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Junior Innovation Manager – Personal Care & BeautyAn exciting opportunity has arisen for an Innovation Manager to join a leading personal care and beauty company. This role supports the Head of Innovation in developing a strong pipeline of new products to drive business growth. You will identify consumer insights and shape commercially successful product innovations across a diverse brand portfolio.Key Responsibilities:Develop and maintain an innovation strategy aligned with market trends and commercial goals.Identify consumer insights, trends, and white space opportunities for NPD.Collaborate with Marketing and R&D to create and validate new product concepts.Lead the development of business cases and oversee the commercialization process.Manage budgets, project timelines, and cross-functional teams.Stay ahead of industry trends and emerging technologies to drive innovation.Skills & Experience:3+ years' experience in a regional or international consumer goods business.Background in innovation or marketing within personal care/beauty.Proven track record in developing successful NPD.Strong understanding of consumer insights, product development, and manufacturing.Excellent project management, analytical, and communication skills.Entrepreneurial mindset with a proactive, solution-focused approach.What We Offer:Performance-based bonus.Generous pension contribution.Life assurance and health benefits, including a medical cash-back scheme.24 holiday entitlement + bank holidays with the option to buy or sell additional days.Hybrid working model with a London-based office.Supportive and collaborative work environment with career development opportunities.