Assistant Technologist - Fashion Tech QA & Fit

Next; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 30,000 - 42,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25% off NEXT/Lipsy products

Company performance based bonus

Flexi-Hour Scheme

Job summary

Lipsy is seeking an Assistant Technologist to support the Technical Team in London. The role is hybrid, based at our Head Office, and works across product categories to ensure quality and compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

You will collaborate with technologists, manage samples, perform fabric tests, and help ensure products meet legal, health and safety standards while maintaining supplier communications and timelines.

Qualifications

• Proficient in Excel and comfortable using various internal business systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Exceptional organisational and interpersonal abilities, with a professional manner.
• Able to work effectively both as part of a team and independently.
• Highly adaptable and capable of thriving in a busy, fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with the Footwear and Sustainability techs to progress effective product development and proactively manage quality and chemical assurance.
• Develop a strong awareness of NEXT WOB Technical standards and procedures, including the NEXT Code of Practice.
• Proactively raise concerns regarding materials and quality issues, maintaining an awareness of the returns process.
• Assist with product comparisons and benchmarking against competitors in line with industry innovation.
• Complete fabric tests and advise on solutions for any failing fabrics.
• Chase Scope & Transaction certificates ensuring they are on date and aligned to set deadlines.

Skills

Excel proficiency

Excellent communication

Organisational skills

Teamwork

Adaptability

Tools

Internal business systems

Job description

Lipsy is seeking an Assistant Technologist to support the Technical Team in London. The role is hybrid, based at our Head Office, and works across product categories to ensure quality and compliance throughout the product lifecycle.

You will collaborate with technologists, manage samples, perform fabric tests, and help ensure products meet legal, health and safety standards while maintaining supplier communications and timelines.