Temp Product Development Assistant

FASHION PERSONNEL; Greater London; On-site; GBP 20,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

FASHION PERSONNEL is recruiting a Product Development Assistant for a renowned luxury brand. The role is office-based at head office, immediate start on a temporary contract, supporting the PD team through the development lifecycle from concept to production.

You will handle sample tracking, supplier liaison, costings assistance, and maintain development spreadsheets, with strong Excel and systems skills and a meticulous eye for detail.

Qualifications

• PD experience within a luxury or premium fashion brand.
• Strong understanding of the product development process.
• Excellent organisation and attention to detail.
• Confident communicator with experience liaising with international suppliers.

Responsibilities

• Supporting the PD team throughout the development lifecycle.
• Managing critical path updates and sample tracking.
• Liaising with suppliers and factories regarding sampling and approvals.
• Raising POs and maintaining product data systems.
• Assisting with costings and maintaining development spreadsheets.
• Organising and preparing samples for meetings and sign-offs.
• Providing general administrative support to the wider PD team.

Skills

PD experience

Product development

Attention to detail

Supplier liaison

Immediate availability

Tools

Excel

Job description

Product Development Assistant - Luxury Brand | Immediate Start | Temp Role | Head Office Based

A prestigious luxury brand is seeking a Product Development Assistant to join their head office team on an immediate start temporary contract.

This is an exciting opportunity to support the Product Development function within a fast-paced, high-end environment, working across luxury categories from concept through to production.

This position is fully office-based (no hybrid working).

Key Responsibilities:

• Supporting the PD team throughout the development lifecycle
• Managing critical path updates and sample tracking
• Liaising with suppliers and factories regarding sampling and approvals
• Raising POs and maintaining product data systems
• Assisting with costings and maintaining development spreadsheets
• Organising and preparing samples for meetings and sign-offs
• Providing general administrative support to the wider PD team

About You:

• Previous experience as a PD Assistant within a luxury or premium fashion brand
• Strong understanding of the product development process
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Confident communicator with experience liaising with international suppliers
• Strong Excel and systems skills
• Immediately available and able to commit to a full-time office-based role

This is a fantastic opportunity for a detail-oriented Product Development Assistant to gain exposure within a renowned luxury head office environment.