Head of Product & Innovation (Real Estate & Property Development)

Hatch Asia; Johor; On-site; MYR 250,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading property development firm in Malaysia seeks a Head of Product & Innovation to drive product strategy and innovation. The ideal candidate has over 12 years of experience in real estate, strong leadership skills, and a relevant degree. Responsibilities include aligning product development with business goals, leading a team, and overseeing the entire product lifecycle. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape the future of product innovation in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 12 to 15 years in real estate or property development industries.
• Strong communication and writing skills in English.
• Ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Align product development strategies with the company's overall business goals.
• Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape.
• Oversee the entire product development lifecycle from ideation to launch.
• Lead and mentor a team of product developers, designers, and innovation specialists.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Ability to deliver high-quality work

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Real Estate, or related field

Job description

Head of Product & Innovation (Real Estate & Property Development)

About the job

Our Vision is to be the preferred talent partner in Asia to accurately identify and integrate high potential talents for our clients and accomplish our candidates' career success.

Over the years, we have innovated and improved how we identify and assess talents to deliver our clients' successful talent strategies. Our client has established itself as a renowned Real Estate / Property Development company. We are looking for an exceptional individual who will lead, develop and implement the vision and strategy for product development and innovation.

The Challenges

• Align product development strategies with the company's overall business goals
• Conduct market research to identify trends, opportunities, and competitive landscape
• Analyse customer needs and preferences to drive product innovation
• Create and manage the product development roadmap
• Prioritize projects based on business impact and strategic importance
• Lead and mentor a team of product developers, designers, and innovation specialists
• Foster a collaborative and creative work environment
• Oversee the entire product development lifecycle from ideation to launch
• Ensure projects are delivered on time, within scope, and within budget
• Work closely with departments such as marketing, sales, and operations for alignment and integration of new products
• Facilitate communication between teams to ensure smooth project execution
• Guide the design and development of new products and services
• Implement best practices in product development processes and methodologies
• Foster a culture of innovation within the organization
• Encourage and manage the generation of new ideas and concepts
• Develop and manage the product development budget
• Monitor expenditures and ensure cost-efficiency in product development activities
• Assess the return on investment for new product initiatives
• Make data-driven decisions to optimize resource allocation
• Engage with clients to understand their needs and gather feedback on products
• Present product concepts and development progress to clients and stakeholders
• Ensure all products comply with relevant regulations and standards
• Stay updated on industry regulations and adapt product strategies accordingly
• Identify and mitigate risks associated with product development and innovation
• Develop contingency plans to address potential challenges

What It Takes

• Bachelor's degree in Architecture, Real Estate, or related field
• Ability to deliver high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
• Strong communication and writing skills in English
• 12 to 15 years in real estate or property development industries

Interested candidates, please click the Apply To Position Button. All information will be kept in the strictest confidentiality. Notification priority will be given to shortlisted candidates. Employment Agency No: 11C5794