Technologist - Homeware & Gifting

TN United Kingdom; London; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a freelance technologist to support the development of multi-category hard goods in London. This exciting role involves managing product compliance, safety, and quality, ensuring that all products meet premium brand standards. You'll collaborate with various teams and oversee supplier management, making a significant impact on product development. With a competitive day rate and opportunities for paid holidays and pension scheme enrollment, this temporary position is ideal for those ready to make a difference quickly. Don't miss out on this chance to join a dynamic team in the luxury retail sector!

Benefits

Paid Holiday Entitlement

Pension Scheme

Competitive Day Rate

Qualifications

• Proven experience in technical roles within hard goods and homeware.
• Strong knowledge of product safety and legal compliance.
• Hands-on experience managing suppliers and production.

Responsibilities

• Manage product compliance, safety, and quality from concept to customer use.
• Oversee product testing and supplier management.
• Work closely with Buying, Merchandising, and Design teams.

Skills

Product Safety

Quality Compliance

Supplier Management

Organisational Skills

Problem-Solving

Sustainability Knowledge

Job description

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Technologist - Homeware & Gifting, London

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Client:

Luxury Retailer

Location:

London, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Other

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EU work permit required:

Yes

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Job Reference:

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Job Views:

5

Posted:

05.05.2025

Expiry Date:

19.06.2025

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Job Description:

We’re looking for a freelance technologist to support the development of multi-category hard goods for a luxury retailer based in London — covering home accessories, kitchenware, tabletop, stationery, toys, travel goods, and seasonal gifting.

Suitable candidates must be immediately available and not on notice.

You’ll manage product compliance, safety, and quality from concept through to customer use, working closely with Buying, Merchandising, and Design teams, as well as third-party suppliers. The role involves overseeing product testing, supplier management, and technical processes — ensuring everything meets both legal requirements and premium brand standards.



What we’re looking for:
Proven experience in technical roles within hard goods, homeware, or lifestyle categories
Strong knowledge of product safety, quality, and legal compliance
Confident communicator with excellent organisational and problem-solving skills
Hands-on experience managing suppliers and outsourced production
Familiar with sustainability, CSR, and ethical standards


As a freelancer you will receive a competitive day rate, paid weekly, alongside paid holiday entitlement and the opportunity to join a pension scheme.


This is a temporary opportunity, likely to be filled quickly — so apply today to avoid missing out