Nutritionist - Future Nutrition

Tesco; Welwyn Garden City; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading retailer in the UK is seeking a Nutritionist to shape its long-term nutrition strategy. You will analyze emerging dietary trends, work with product teams on innovation, and ensure alignment with public health priorities. The role demands a Degree in Nutrition and strong analytical skills. The position comes with a robust benefits package including an annual bonus, generous holiday, and private medical insurance.

Benefits

Annual bonus scheme up to 20%

Holiday starting at 25 days plus personal day

Private medical insurance

26 weeks maternity and adoption leave at full pay

Free virtual GP service for employees

Responsibilities

• Monitor and interpret emerging scientific research and consumer trends.
• Translate complex science into actionable insights.
• Partner with product teams for nutrition-focused NPD.
• Support reformulation projects aligned with health goals.
• Contribute to long-term health strategy.
• Represent Tesco in external forums on nutrition.

Skills

Strong analytical and research skills

Excellent communication skills

Ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Passion for future-focused thinking

Education

Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, or related field

Registered Nutritionist or Dietitian

Job description

About the role

Tesco is on a mission to make healthy, sustainable food accessible and appealing to all. As a Nutritionist focused on Future Nutrition Trends & Needs, you will play a pivotal role in shaping Tesco’s long‑term nutrition strategy, working cross‑functionally across our Healthy & Sustainable Diets team and Product Development team. You’ll identify emerging dietary trends, evolving consumer needs, and scientific advancements to help future‑prove our product offerings and support healthier lifestyles for millions of customers.

You will be responsible for

Trend Forecasting & Insight Generation

• Monitor and interpret emerging scientific research and consumer trends in areas such as metabolic health, gut health, the microbiome, hormonal health, high‑protein diets, and other evolving nutrition priorities.
• Translate complex science into actionable insights for product development and strategic planning.

Innovation & Product Development

• Partner with product teams to embed future‑focused nutrition thinking into NPD (New Product Development).
• Support reformulation and innovation projects aligned with evolving health and sustainability goals including identified health cohorts.

Strategic Influence

• Contribute to Tesco’s long‑term health strategy, ensuring alignment with public health priorities and regulatory developments.
• Represent Tesco in external forums, academic partnerships, and industry collaborations on future nutrition.

Cross‑functional Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with the Company Nutritionist to ensure consistent nutrition representation across the business. Provide mutual cover during periods of absence to ensure there is a seamless point of contact for all nutrition‑related queries and initiatives.
• Work closely with sustainability, marketing, policy, and commercial teams to integrate nutrition foresight into broader business planning.
• Support internal education and capability building on emerging nutrition topics.

You will need

• Strong analytical and research skills with the ability to interpret complex data.
• Passion for future‑focused thinking and innovation.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to work in a fast‑paced, cross‑functional environment.
• Degree in Nutrition, Dietetics, Public Health, or related field.
• Registered Nutritionist or Dietitian.
• Proven experience in nutrition strategy, trend analysis, or innovation within retail, FMCG, or consultancy.

What’s in it for you

We’re all about the little helps. That’s why we make sure our Tesco colleague benefits package takes care of you – both in and out of work. Click Here to find out more!

• Annual bonus scheme of up to 20% of base salary
• Holiday starting at 25 days plus a personal day (plus Bank holidays)
• Private medical insurance
• 26 weeks maternity and adoption leave (after 1 year’s service) at full pay, followed by 13 weeks of Statutory Maternity Pay or Statutory Adoption Pay, we also offer 6 weeks fully paid paternity leave
• Free 24/7 virtual GP service, Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) for you and your family, free access to a range of experts to support your mental wellbeing

About us

Tesco has become a market leader by doing the little things that really matter for our customers and colleagues.

It’s part of what makes Tesco such a great place to work, and we’re proud to have been accredited as one of Britain’s Top Employers again this year.

We're the UK's number one retailer and we pride ourselves on offering a great shopping experience. We are passionate about our food, merchandise and services and will always try to get things right for our customers.

But did you know we also offer great job opportunities? With stores, distribution centres and offices across the UK, and a vast variety of roles, we are always looking for people who have a hunger to work with customers and colleagues across our exciting business.

We believe in treating each other with respect and giving everyone an equal opportunity to get on. It's our people that make the difference every day – helping us make a difference for our customers.

Should you be successful in your application, your offer will be subject to and conditional upon you providing your bank account details before your agreed start date.

For more information about us please visit www.tescoplc.com