Head of Innovation

Company Description

Experian is a global data and technology company that empowers people and businesses around the world. With our unique combination of data, analytics and software, we have established ourselves as one of the leading service providers for risk, fraud and identity management in the DACH region.

Experian gives individuals better access to financial services such as loans, insurance, mobile phone contracts and online shopping. We help companies of all sizes and industries make smarter decisions, lend more responsibly and protect themselves and their customers from identity fraud and crime.

We invest in our talented people and new, advanced technologies to harness the power of data and drive innovation. We employ 22,500 people in 32 countries and are a FTSE 100 company listed on the London Stock Exchange (EXPN). Our headquarters are in Dublin, Ireland.

Job Description

The Head Innovation will play a pivotal role in shaping Experian’s market positioning and driving long-term growth through strategic planning and innovative solutions. This role is responsible for analyzing market trends, defining and executing a 5-year strategic roadmap, and ensuring that Experian’s offerings remain competitive and aligned with client needs. By leveraging insights from projects, the position will create compelling value propositions that strengthen Experian’s portfolio and support business development. Acting as a bridge between strategy, innovation, and execution, this role will ensure that initiated products are bundled with consultancy-driven enhancements to maximize impact and elevate Experian’s market presence.—

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Planning

• Conduct in-depth analysis of market trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies to identify growth opportunities.
• Collaborate with the General Manager and Sales leadership to design a 5-year strategic roadmap aligned with business objectives.
• Translate strategic priorities into actionable plans and oversee their execution to deliver measurable business impact.
• Monitor progress against strategic goals and adjust plans based on market changes and performance metrics.

Value Proposition Development

• Leverage insights from projects and consultancy engagements to design innovative, client-centric propositions.
• Work closely with product, sales, and marketing teams to integrate consultancy-driven enhancements into Experian’s solutions.
• Develop bundled offerings that combine products with consultancy services to maximize value for clients and differentiate Experian in the market.
• Support client presentations and proposals by articulating clear, compelling value propositions.

Collaboration & Leadership

• Act as a key liaison between internal teams and external partners to ensure seamless integration of insights and solutions.
• Provide thought leadership on innovation and strategic growth initiatives across the organization.
• Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous improvement within the team and broader business.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in strategic planning and innovation management.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a business-oriented mindset.
• Ability to translate market insights into actionable strategies and propositions.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• A high degree of autonomy in a dynamic, internationally oriented organization
• Exciting and diverse projects in close collaboration with Sales and Marketing at both local and regional levels
• A motivated team that values innovation and collaboration
• Competitive compensation and attractive employee benefits
• Flexible working hours and remote work options

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