As pioneers in the cycling industry, we are on a mission to redefine what is possible in head protection. Our state-of-the-art facility includes advanced high speed impact testing, full prototyping suite, wet lab and automated production capabilities. Our team buzzes with creativity and innovation. We’re looking for a Head of Product to lead the team responsible for integrating RLS technology into new helmet concepts —from first design discussions through production—ensuring every product meets RLS’s high standards for safety, quality, and design integrity.
We’re looking for an experienced and inspiring Head of Product to lead our product development team, focused on integrating our cutting-edge safety technology into partner helmet projects.
This role can be fully remote, with regular travel to London, as we’re committed to building a company that supports the best people—wherever they are.
You’ll also design the feedback loops that keep our team and our products improving with every project.
A strong understanding of manufacturing processes—including thermoforming, injection moulding, and carbon composite manufacturing—is key, along with existing connections to factories and brands in the space.
Finally, we’re looking for someone with a long-term vision for what our product organisation could become under their leadership—someone who’s passionate about mentoring, growing, and empowering a high-performing team.
Business Development & Partnerships
Join the COO in business development meetings, helping to attract and secure new projects across cycling, motorcycle, construction, snow, rock climbing, and equestrian sectors.
Provide exceptional hospitality and customer service to partners—ensuring every collaboration leaves them eager for the next project.
Create and implement a project closeout questionnaire and improvement plan to capture lessons learned and inspire future R&D initiatives.
Team Leadership & Development
Remotely manage, mentor, and hire a high-performing and diverse team of product developers.
Refine project management systems to ensure clear visibility of workloads, project timelines, and contingency (“Plan B”) options when delays occur.
Lead a robust Kaizen / Continuous Improvement (CI) process to identify and act on opportunities for better performance or process improvement.
Oversee new R&D projects that enhance our partner experience and internal efficiency, maintaining a balance between innovation and delivery.
Manufacturing & Quality Oversight
Build strong relationships with suppliers and manufacturing partners to streamline production and maintain consistent quality.
Budgeting & Planning
Create annual budgets for the product team and track performance throughout the year.
Contribute to strategic resource planning and capacity forecasting.
Travel Requirements
Frequent travel to manufacturing locations in China and potentially other sites across Asia.
If not located in London, regular travel to the RLS head office to collaborate in person with the RLS team.
Degree in Engineering, Product Design, or a closely related technical field.
~5+ years of experience working on helmet development or related protective equipment.
~ Proven track record of managing complex, multi-stakeholder projects from concept to delivery.
~ Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities, grounded in a solid technical foundation.
~ Deep understanding of manufacturing processes such as thermoforming, injection moulding, and carbon composite fabrication.
~ Experience building or improving product development processes and continuous improvement systems.
~ High attention to detail, ensuring quality and consistency across every stage of development.
~ Strong self-motivation and comfort operating independently in a fast-moving, remote environment.
~ Ability to balance short-term delivery with long-term innovation and R&D priorities.
~ Proficiency with CAD tools and design validation methods.
~ Experience translating performance requirements into manufacturable design solutions.
~ Strong commercial acumen: ability to understand and influence business objectives, product ROI, budget / P&L responsibility.
~ Experience managing compliance, safety standards or regulatory certifications relevant to protective gear/consumer manufacturing
~ Comfort leading global, remote teams with cross-cultural communication and travel to manufacturing sites.
25 days holiday in addition to national holidays