Lead Product Technologist
(QA/Product Development/NPD/R&D) – Electrical Products
Warwickshire – hybrid 2 days in the office.
Circa £55,000 plus 10% bonus and benefits
As a Lead Technologist, you'd be the technical authority for the entire Electrical Products category, with direct impact on everything from product safety and quality, to innovation, supplier performance, and customer experience.
You'd work across the full product lifecycle — from initial development through to launch — helping make sure all toy products are not only fun and engaging but also safe, legally compliant, and built to a consistently high standard.
You'd be responsible for:
* Leading the technical agenda for the entire Electricals range
* Working with a wide network of suppliers, designers, buyers, and overseas teams
* Ensuring compliance with all relevant regulations
* Managing risk assessments, product testing, and technical documentation
* Troubleshooting product issues and supporting cost-saving or process improvement initiatives
* Driving continuous improvement across supply chains, production quality, and sustainability
Experience required:
* Solid experience as a technologist or QA/Compliance expert in toys
* Strong understanding of product safety legislation
* Experience working with suppliers, particularly Far East sourcing
* Confident communication skills – you'll be dealing with everyone from suppliers to exec teams
* A customer-first mindset – someone who cares about how products perform in real hands
* And ideally, some leadership or mentoring experience.
What's on offer
* Excellent Base Salary
* Up to 10% bonus
* Enhanced Parental Leave
* Hybrid Working – 2 days in the office.
* Up to 7.5% matched pension contributions
* Lots of great discounts
* A family friendly feel and culture