Job Description

DescriptionPrimary Objective:Work closely with the Head of Innovation to execute a comprehensive innovation strategy that aligns with the Banks vision and strategic objectives.

• Support the team in coordination and organization of internal and external innovation programmes, and partnerships across the organization.
• Contribute to the various stages of identifying, prioritizing and incubating high-potential projects with an aim to generate value
• Contribute to the development of the entire innovation value chain, from ideation, discovery to funding & implementation of innovation programmes.
• Contribute to the crafting of Innovation initiatives and preparation of necessary presentation materials to senior Management Committees & Board (i.e. slides & frameworks).

Support the various administrative tasks required as part of the Innovation programmes (i.e. internal documentations, stakeholder management).
Key Responsibilities:Innovation strategy

• Support the Head of Innovation in the development and execution of strategic innovation initiatives in line with the Banks long term strategy
• Support any other projects & initiatives under the Innovation team (i.e. RHBs strategic investment into Boost Bank)
• Oversee the progress and status of Innovation projects and ensure stakeholder engagement and alignment on innovation strategy
• Escalation of issues/bottlenecks to senior team members on a timely basis

Customer centric innovation

• Assist in the collaboration with internal and external stakeholders, including various business units, partners and industry experts to gather insights and stay informed about emerging trends and opportunities
• Support the collaboration with RHBs internal business/functional units in identifying pain points, and bottlenecks for opportunities to advance innovation
• Support the development of innovation programmes suitable to RHB, and ensure innovation initiatives are executed in line with the Banks priorities such as Dragons Dens, Hackathons, Accelerators etc.
• Assist in other activities that facilitate innovation capacity building within the organization

RequirementsRequirements:
Bachelor Degree - Business, Accounting, Banking, Finance, Economics or other relevant disciplines..

• Minimum 3-5 years working experience in the related field

• Prior working experience in banking industry will be an advantage

• Experience in Agile ways of working
• Good analytical and digital capabilities
• Ability to present and engage with various stakeholders
• Strong project management and organizational skills
• Knowledgeable across RHB product portfolios
• Well-informed on developments within the banking sector
• Good understanding of key bank processes
• Good business financials and planning knowledge
• Good problem-solving and analytical skills
• Knowledge on analytical tools
• Excellent written communication skills
• Knowledgeable across diverse range of topics beyond banking & able to synthesize ideas from disparate fields
• Well-versed with Microsoft software for reporting/presentation purposes

BenefitsDental, Education support, Miscellaneous allowance, Medical, Loans, Sports (e.g. Gym), Parking, Vision, Regular hours, Mondays - Fridays, Casual Business Wear, Performance Based Rewards

RHB Bank