New Product Development Assistant

ivee | The return-to-work platform; Greater London; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative platform dedicated to helping individuals return to meaningful work is seeking a New Product Development Assistant. This role involves supporting the entire product development process, from ideation to launch, while collaborating with various teams to ensure project success. The ideal candidate will be organized, detail-oriented, and possess strong communication skills. With a focus on innovation and collaboration, this is a fantastic opportunity to make a significant impact in a supportive environment dedicated to flexible work solutions.

Qualifications

• Experience in product development or project coordination.
• Highly organized with strong attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Assist in coordinating new product development projects.
• Conduct market research for new product ideas.

Skills

Project Coordination

Market Research

Communication Skills

Microsoft Office

Attention to Detail

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

Project Management Tools

Job description

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About the Role

As a New Product Development Assistant, you will support the end-to-end process of bringing new products to market, from ideation through to launch. Working closely with the product, marketing, and operations teams, you’ll help manage projects, timelines, and product testing to ensure successful execution.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in the coordination of new product development (NPD) projects from concept through to delivery.
• Support product managers in developing product briefs, timelines, and launch plans.
• Liaise with suppliers, manufacturers, and cross-functional teams to ensure projects stay on track.
• Conduct market research to inform new product ideas and competitive positioning.
• Assist in the preparation of presentations, reports, and product specifications.
• Manage sample requests, testing feedback, and product approvals.
• Track project milestones and flag any risks or issues to leadership in a timely manner.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of the NPD process and documentation.

About You

• Experience in a product development, project coordination, or operations support role.
• Highly organised with strong attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks.
• Strong communication skills, both written and verbal.
• Ability to work collaboratively across teams and build strong relationships with external partners.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and project management tools.
• Enthusiastic, proactive, and willing to learn and grow within the NPD space.
• Passionate about innovation, product development, and bringing ideas to life.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Associate

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Product Management

• Industries

  Consumer Services

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