Product Technologist

Paladone Products; Shoreham-by-Sea; On-site; GBP 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible hours

Hybrid working

25 days + bank holidays

Job summary

Paladone Products is seeking a skilled Product Technologist to join our Product Compliance team in Shoreham-by-Sea. You will manage safety and regulatory aspects across UK, EU, and global standards, guiding concepts through to launch with cross-functional teams.

The role combines hands-on testing, documentation, and supplier interaction to ensure ongoing compliance, quality, and product integrity throughout the lifecycle.

Qualifications

• Experience in FMCG/consumer products compliance.
• Knowledge of UK/EU/global safety regulations (EN71, RoHS, REACH etc.).
• Ability to review technical reports and regulatory documentation.

Responsibilities

• Partner with Product Development to assess compliance during concept stages.
• Define testing requirements and coordinate with external labs.
• Create and maintain technical files and compliance documentation.
• Approve products against UK, EU, and global regulations.
• Manage ongoing compliance activities including test renewals and expiry tracking.

Skills

Regulatory compliance

Product safety

Stakeholder management

Project management

Technical interpretation

Education

Bachelor's degree in science/engineering

Tools

Navision / ERP

CoPilot AI tools

Job description

Location: Shoreham-by-Sea (Hybrid)-

Department: Product Compliance

Would you like to join a fast-growing (200+ staff), exceptionally brilliant global company?

Do you have experience working within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG), consumer products, giftware, toys, retail products or manufacturing industry?

Do you have experience ensuring products meet safety, quality and regulatory compliance standards throughout the product development lifecycle?

Do you want the chance to work at an award-winning, globally recognised company who partner with brands such as Disney, Warner Bros, Netflix, Nintendo, Minecraft & many more?

If so, we want you to join our Product Compliance team and become part of our journey.

Who are Paladone & WeCool?

Paladone is an awardwinning global wholesale giftware company, creating innovative lifestyle products that put a smile on customers' faces worldwide. Alongside our own branded ranges, we work with some of the world's most recognisable licenses, including Disney, Harry Potter, Marvel and DC Comics.

In recognition of our continued growth, culture and international success, Paladone was proud to be named Employer of the Year and International Business of the Year at the 2025 Sussex Business Awards.

WeCool Toys is a global designer and manufacturer of dynamic toys, crafts and compounds, managing endtoend production, packaging and distribution. As part of Paladone Group Holdings, WeCool plays a key role in our international growth strategy.

The opportunity:

We are looking for a talented and experienced Product Technologist to join our Product Compliance team.

Reporting to the Head of Global Product Compliance, you will manage the safety and legislative aspects of product development, ensuring products meet all applicable UK, EU and Global standards and regulations.

This is a hands-on role that combines technical expertise, product testing, stakeholder management and regulatory compliance.

This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced Product Technologist to play a key role in ensuring Paladone's products meet all applicable safety, legislative and quality requirements.

Working closely with Product Development, Design, Supply Chain, Logistics, Suppliers and external laboratories, you will support products from concept through to launch and beyond, helping to maintain the highest standards of product integrity and compliance

What are key duties of the role?

Product Development & Compliance

Partner with Product Development teams during concept stages to assess compliance requirements and testing implications.

Identify product risks and recommend practical solutions to support commercial development.

Review samples to assess safety, quality and legislative compliance.

Advise on packaging requirements, labelling, symbols and mandatory product information.

Approve products against applicable UK, EU and global regulations.

Testing & Product Approval

Define testing requirements and work closely with external laboratories.

Liaise with suppliers and factories regarding product testing programmes.

Monitor testing schedules and communicate progress across departments.

Ensure all products are appropriately tested and compliant before shipment approval.

Manage ongoing compliance activities, including test renewals and expiry tracking.

Technical Documentation & Legislation

Complete Safety Assessments and GPSR risk assessments.

Create and maintain technical files and compliance documentation.

Read and interpret laboratory test reports.

Complete customer declarations and technical submissions.

Upload and manage compliance documentation on customer portals.

Keep abreast of changes to UK, EU and global legislation and communicate impacts internally.

Product Safety & Continuous Improvement

Respond to customer compliance enquiries.

Investigate product quality and safety concerns.

Support corrective action initiatives and compliance improvements.

Act as a key contact for Trading Standards and other regulatory bodies.

Support environmental compliance activities including WEEE, batteries and packaging regulations.

What we need you to bring to the team:

Experience working within an FMCG, consumer products, giftware, toy, manufacturing or retail products environment.

Experience working within Product Compliance, Product Safety, Product Testing or a similar technical role.

Strong understanding of product safety legislation and compliance requirements.

Knowledge of regulations including , but not limited to, EN71, EMC, RoHS , REACH, ASTM, CPSC, CPSIA, Cal Prop 65

Familiarity with WEEE and battery legislation.

Experience reviewing packaging requirements, warnings and symbols.

Ability to interpret technical reports and regulatory documentation.

Excellent project management and organisational skills.

Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.

Excellent attention to detail.

Ability to prioritise multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

Experience working with suppliers, manufacturers and testing laboratories.

Knowledge of manufacturing processes would be advantageous.

Previous experience using Navision or a similar ERP systems & AI Programmes (CoPilot) would be beneficial.

What we will offer in return:

We're committed to supporting your life both inside and outside of work. You'll enjoy flexible hours, hybrid working, 25 days' holiday (plus bank holidays), additional wellbeing days, a Christmas closure and even a shorter day on your birthday.

Our culture is friendly and communityfocused, with a Social Committee, fully funded events, team socials and activities that bring people together.

Your health and wellbeing matter to us, so we provide paid medical appointment time, free eye tests and flu vaccinations, wellbeing resources, Mental Health First Aiders and Cycle to Work options.

We also support your financial wellbeing through a 35% staff discount on Paladone & WeCool products, retail savings, tech and furniture schemes, discounted legal services, access to financial advisers and an NHS TopUp plan.

We recognise and reward your contribution with annual pay reviews, bonuses, long service awards, peer recognition and a referafriend scheme.

With tailored development plans, funded training, professional qualifications, ILM leadership programmes and access to Litmos and LinkedIn Learning, you'll have everything you need to grow your career with an awardwinning employer.