Cosmetic Product Technologist (12-Month Part-Time)

No7 Company; Nottingham; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading beauty company located in Nottingham is seeking a Product Technologist for a part-time, 12-month fixed-term contract. The role is non-lab based and involves delivering innovative, compliant beauty products in collaboration with suppliers. Key responsibilities include ensuring formulation compliance and managing technical risks, while the ideal candidate will have industry experience, strong project management skills, and a relevant science degree. Benefits include a flexible benefits scheme and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Boots Retirement Savings Plan

Discretionary annual bonus

Enhanced maternity/paternity/adoption leave pay

Flexible benefits scheme

Access to free 24/7 counselling and support

Qualifications

• Experience in product development within the beauty industry.
• Ability to manage project timelines and priorities.
• Willingness to travel to suppliers and conferences.

Responsibilities

• Deliver formulation activities on NPD and EPD plans.
• Ensure global regulatory compliance and quality.
• Act as a technical consult to marketing and sourcing teams.
• Manage formulation technical risks and project timings.

Skills

Industry experience in a technical role

Problem-solving skills

Ability to communicate specialist technical information

Project management skills

Collaboration and relationship-building skills

Growth mindset

Education

BSc in Science (Cosmetic Science, Chemistry, Biochemistry, Chemical Engineering)

Job description

A leading beauty company located in Nottingham is seeking a Product Technologist for a part-time, 12-month fixed-term contract. The role is non-lab based and involves delivering innovative, compliant beauty products in collaboration with suppliers. Key responsibilities include ensuring formulation compliance and managing technical risks, while the ideal candidate will have industry experience, strong project management skills, and a relevant science degree. Benefits include a flexible benefits scheme and opportunities for professional growth.