Footwear Technologist: Fit, Quality & Production Lead

ALLSAINTS; City Of London; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury fashion brand in East London is seeking a Footwear Technologist to ensure the quality and compliance of footwear products. The candidate will manage technical development, collaborate with design and product teams, and oversee the fit and production process. An ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of footwear construction within a premium brand. This role offers a chance to influence product quality and design aesthetic in a dynamic team environment.

Benefits

Discounts on local food and shopping

Health and beauty discounts

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Footwear Technologist or similar role.
• In-depth technical knowledge of footwear construction methods.
• Solid understanding of grading and last development.
• Familiarity with global product safety regulations.
• Excellent organisational and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage technical development process for footwear from design to production.
• Organise fit sessions and assess prototypes for comfort and construction.
• Create technical specifications and communicate with suppliers.
• Identify issues early in development and propose solutions.
• Hold weekly meetings to track critical path deadlines.

Skills

Footwear construction methods

Team collaboration

Attention to detail

MS Office skills

Excellent communication

Job description

A luxury fashion brand in East London is seeking a Footwear Technologist to ensure the quality and compliance of footwear products. The candidate will manage technical development, collaborate with design and product teams, and oversee the fit and production process. An ideal candidate will have strong knowledge of footwear construction within a premium brand. This role offers a chance to influence product quality and design aesthetic in a dynamic team environment.