Product Tester, Good Housekeeping Institute

Hearst; London; On-site; GBP 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading media organization in London seeks a hands-on Product Tester to conduct product tests and collaborate with various teams. The ideal candidate should have practical skills, strong analytical abilities, and effective communication to manage testing projects independently. This role offers benefits promoting health, financial wellness, and inclusion.

Benefits

GHI Taste and Beauty Testing Panels

Luxury beauty sample sales

Discounted gym memberships

Access to health cash plans

Qualifications

• Experience from practical environments such as university projects, manufacturing, or retail roles.
• Ability to interpret data and follow strict testing protocols.

Responsibilities

• Perform hands-on product tests and organize consumer testing panels.
• Record and analyze data accurately, ensuring timely completion of projects.
• Manage logistics for product samples.

Skills

Practical skills and passion for home products

Strong analytical skills

Excellent communication skills

Strong organizational skills

Problem-solving abilities

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Posted:

12.08.2025

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26.09.2025

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About The Good Housekeeping Institute…

Step into the cutting-edge world of the Good Housekeeping Institute, where science meets everyday life. Our labs are equipped with state-of-the-art technology to test products on various parameters such as suction power, energy efficiency, and brightness. As part of our team, you will conduct hands-on product testing, ensuring results are accurately recorded and analyzed. You will independently manage testing projects from start to finish, collaborate with editorial, digital, and commercial teams to shape content, and handle product sample logistics efficiently.

Main Duties:

• Perform hands-on product tests and organize consumer testing panels in collaboration with the Home Operations Manager.
• Follow strict testing protocols, record and analyze data accurately, and input results into our database.
• Lead testing projects independently, ensuring timely completion with attention to detail.
• Participate in cross-team meetings to provide insights and testing ideas for content and campaigns.
• Manage logistics for product samples, ensuring timely delivery and testing within deadlines.

What We Are Looking For:

• Practical skills and passion for home products.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret data.
• Experience from practical environments such as university projects, manufacturing, or retail roles.
• Excellent communication skills to interact with stakeholders at all levels.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to handle multiple tasks.
• Problem-solving abilities and adaptability to challenges.

(Your benefits at Hearst UK are designed to help you thrive in all aspects of life.)

Hearst Exclusives - Only for You!

• Participate in GHI Taste and Beauty Testing Panels and try new beauty, food, and drink products.
• Enjoy luxury beauty sample sales at our office, scoring top brands at great prices.

Inclusion, Health & Wellbeing:

• Access eye care, a Health Cash Plan, and mental health support.
• Benefit from discounted gym memberships and the Cycle to Work scheme.
• Enjoy flexible working options, holiday exchanges, and wellbeing resources.
• Join our Hearst ERG Groups for community and support.

Financial Wellness:

• Plan for the future with pension schemes, income protection, life assurance, and travel loans.
• Use Salary Finance tools and wellbeing sessions to improve financial health.
• Save with discounts across London and via the HAPI app.

Hearst UK values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive environment where everyone feels heard and valued.