Product Development Assistant
Contract (PAYE or Umbrella)
February 2026
London based
Are you a driven and detail-oriented individual with a passion for product development? If so, this could be the perfect opportunity for you! The company is seeking a talented Product Development Assistant to join their dynamic team in London.
As the Product Development Assistant, you will play a crucial role in supporting the Product Development Manager in overseeing the end-to-end product development process for the Outerwear category. This position involves close collaboration with designers and cross-functional teams, ensuring the successful transition of concepts from initial idea to final production.
Key Responsibilities:
* Manage the product development critical path, ensuring key milestones are met
* Maintain effective communication with vendors throughout the development process
* Track delivery of prototypes and showroom samples
* Organise and manage prototype fit sessions
* Coordinate raw material management with RM Design and vendors
* Oversee press sample tracking and management
* Support vendor management and maintain strong working relationships
* Lead end-to-end organisation of proto reviews
* Collaborate on Look Book preparation, ensuring accurate and timely delivery of content
* Maintain accurate daily data, including Bill of materials, Sampling and production details, Purchase orders and invoices, Departmental tracking documents and shipping paperwork
* Provide ad hoc reporting and analysis as required
* Assist in budget tracking and management
* Conduct risk assessments from development to production stages
* Ensure high product quality from prototype to final production
* Ensure all developments meet brand guidelines and legal requirements
* Provide day-to-day guidance to junior team members as required
What We're Looking For
The ideal Product Development Assistant candidate will have:
* Experience of product development of Outerwear
* Experience of following the Product Development calendar
* Experience of working closely with manufacturers for the development of Outerwear
* Effective relationship management with design and merchandising teams
* Adaptable and flexible to meet the ever changing demands of the business
* Enjoys working in a highly pressurised environment
* Excellent influencing skills and strong interpersonal skills
* Team Player