Assistant Technologist - Homeware

We're looking for a freelance Assistant Technologist to join the technical team of a premium/luxury retailer, supporting the development and delivery of multi-category hard goods - covering home accessories, toys, and seasonal gifting. This role will be for an initial 3 months with potential of extension.

Suitable candidates must be immediately available and not on notice.

This junior-level role will provide proactive technical and administrative support throughout the product development process, ensuring that all products meet the highest standards for quality, safety, and legal compliance.

1. Support the management of the technical critical path, helping the team stay on track with key dates and deliverables.
2. Organise and track fit sessions and product reviews, maintaining accurate records and timely communication with suppliers.
3. Assist in preparing technical specifications, care labels, packaging content, and testing requirements for each product.
4. Maintain up-to-date records of fit comments, test reports, compliance documentation, and accreditations.
5. Monitor supplier audits and follow up on updated documentation, non-compliances, and corrective actions.
6. Support investigations into non-compliant product issues and liaise with suppliers and logistics teams to resolve problems efficiently.
7. Collaborate with suppliers, factories, and internal teams to ensure smooth technical processes and product delivery.
8. Contribute to sustainability, packaging, and compliance initiatives, ensuring accurate data capture and supporting product improvements.
9. Assist in competitor benchmarking, quarterly market reviews, and reporting on product quality, innovation, and materials.
10. Stay informed on industry regulations and trends, contributing to continuous improvement across the team.

1. Previous experience in a similar assistant technologist or technical administration role, ideally within hard goods or home/lifestyle product categories.
2. Good understanding of product safety, quality standards, legal compliance, and production processes.
3. Confident communicator with strong organisational, time-management, and problem-solving skills.
4. Proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint) and experienced working with product information or critical path systems.
5. Detail-oriented, proactive, and able to multitask in a fast-paced environment.
6. Familiarity with sustainability, CSR, and ethical compliance is an advantage.
7. Enthusiastic, collaborative, and eager to grow within a technical team.

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.