About Talentbank: At Talentbank, we are dedicated to creating a robust recruitment ecosystem. Our vision is to elevate the skills of talents across the market, with the aim of significantly reducing Malaysia's unemployment rate. By introducing a groundbreaking approach, we strive to seamlessly link outstanding employers with top-tier candidates. Our track record speaks volumes: countless employers have found exceptional employees through our vast network, spanning over 100 Private & Public Universities, and HR Leaders in Malaysia. Job Summary: Talentbank is seeking a highly motivated and forward thinking Innovation Manager to spearhead the incubation of new projects within our organization. As an Innovation Manager, you will play a pivotal role in driving creativity, fostering a culture of innovation, and transforming ideas into tangible solutions that meet market needs and drive business growth. Key Responsibilities (included but not limited to): Project Incubation: Lead the end-to-end process of incubating new projects, from ideation to execution, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market demands. Idea Generation: Foster a creative environment conducive to generating innovative ideas through brainstorming sessions, hackathons, and collaboration with cross-functional teams. Market Analysis: Conduct comprehensive market research and analysis to identify emerging trends, opportunities, and potential areas for innovation. Feasibility Assessment: Evaluate the feasibility of proposed projects, considering factors such as market demand, technical feasibility, resource requirements, and potential risks. Prototype Development: Oversee the development of prototypes or minimum viable products (MVPs) to validate concepts and gather feedback from stakeholders and target users. Project Management : Define project scopes, objectives, timelines, and resource allocation, and ensure adherence to budgetary constraints and quality standards throughout the project lifecycle. Cross-Functional Collaboration: Collaborate closely with internal teams, including product development, marketing, sales, and operations, to ensure seamless integration of new projects into existing workflows and processes. Performance Tracking : Establish key performance indicators (KPIs) and metrics to track the progress and success of incubated projects, and provide regular updates and reports to senior management. Innovation Culture: Champion a culture of innovation within the organization by promoting creativity, risk-taking, and continuous learning, and recognizing and rewarding innovative contributions. External Partnerships: Identify and cultivate strategic partnerships with external stakeholders, including startups, research institutions, and industry experts, to enhance the innovation ecosystem and access new opportunities. Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in business, marketing, technology, or a related field; advanced degree (e.g., MBA) preferred. At least 5 years experience with a proven track record of successfully incubating and launching innovative projects or products, preferably in a technology-driven environment. Strong business acumen with a deep understanding of market dynamics, customer needs, and competitive landscape. Excellent leadership and communication skills, with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders. Strategic thinker with the ability to translate vision into actionable plans and prioritize initiatives based on their potential impact and strategic alignment. Experience in project management methodologies and tools, with a focus on agile and iterative development processes. Analytical mindset with proficiency in data analysis and decision-making, and the ability to leverage insights to drive business outcomes. Entrepreneurial spirit with a passion for innovation and a willingness to challenge the status quo and explore new ideas and technologies. Competitive compensation package Basic Salary + Parking Credit Other allowances where applicable (petrol, toll, meals etc.) Comprehensive fringe benefits Healthcare and wellbeing packages (medical, dental, optical etc.) Employee wellness initiatives (trips, gatherings, dinners etc.) Annual leave, sick leave, emergency leave provided (determined by length of service) Professional growth Career advancement and promotion opportunities. Support for attending function related seminars, courses, events etc. Exposure to digitization through exploration of various software. Opportunity to contribute directly to the company's growth and success. Fast-paced and dynamic environment.