36 Research And Development jobs in London
Research & Development Head (VP / AVP)
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Our client is a leading global food retail company who is expanding rapidly their multi-billion-dollar food business. They are looking for committed and passionate food innovators to head up the R&D Team with more than 20 people.
Key Responsibilities:
- Sets medium to long-term directions on product and packaging development, which meet the brands thrust on taste, value, and design superiority.
- Directs the development and implementation of an efficient and profitable product development process including supplier liaison, packaging innovation and cost management.
- Oversee the development process from concept to launch, including prototyping, testing, and refinement.
- Leads the creation of policies and procedures to improve efficiency of research and development operations – e.g., shelf-life study, TST (transit, storage, and trundling) test.
- Works closely with the Marketing with the Marketing team to identify priorities for new products and enhancements based on results of consumer research.
- Directs and oversees the translation of product development process in all manufacturing sites and outsourced suppliers, where applicable.
Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Food Technology, Chemical, Nutrition, or other related Food Science courses.
- Candidates with a Chef/Culinary background who works in a fast food/ QSR, or food manufacturing business will also be considered
- Candidates with Food Tech background in Fast food / QSR business will be considered.
- At least 10 years of solid and relevant experience as an R&D in a food manufacturing, food retail, QSR and global restaurants business
- Experience in Quality Assurance, QSR in the food manufacturing industry is an advantage
- With at least 3 years in an R&D leadership role (Director/VP Level)
- With proven track record of successful new product innovation & commercialization of food/dishes, meals, consumer food package goods etc.
- Expert knowledge on meat handling - beef, poultry and pork in particular
- Knowledge of Food Material Properties, Functional Ingredients and Food Additives
- Formulation and Process Development
- Food Processing Technology / Commercialization
- Food Quality and Safety, HACCP and ServSafe
- Methods of Sensory Evaluation and Sensometrics
*Only qualified applicants will be contacted.
*Relocation to Asia is required.
*Foreign applicants are welcome as long as meeting the requirements.
Research & Development Lead (Manufacturing / Materials)
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Are you an R&D Engineer looking to work for a global business where you will play a leading role in the testing and development of new products and be a key figure in strategic decisions directly impacting the future success of the company?
On offer is an exciting role where you will work on a wide range of technically challenging and diverse R&D projects to ensure the continuous improvement and innovation of company products.
The company are a market leading manufacturer in their field and are well respected across the globe with a presence in over 90 countries. They pride themselves on providing ongoing development and progression opportunities making this an excellent choice for your next career move.
This role would suit an R&D Engineer or Project Manager from Manufacturing / Materials looking to join a globally renowned business offering training, progression, technically challenging work and excellent benefits.
The Role:
Support development and lead testing of new products and systems.nReport on performance and aid key strategic decisions.nLead projects to develop both new and existing products and optimise costs.nThe Person:nR&D Engineer.nManufacturing background preferred.nDegree qualified.nReference Number: BBBH
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The salary advertised is the bracket available for this position. The actual salary paid will be dependent on your level of experience, qualifications and skill set. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitable candidates.
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Derivatives Product Development
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**Grade Level (for internal use):**
10
**The Team:** Our Portfolio Valuations business is an industry leading independent valuation service, providing valuations and analytics on a wide range of derivatives from vanilla to the most complex structures, across all asset classes.
**The Impact:** If you have a strong background in a quantitative discipline and are passionate about the financial markets and derivatives, come and join our global team helping to drive an established business forward to the next level.
**What's in it for you:**
+ Be part of a global team including a strong group of experienced quants, software engineers and product development specialists.
+ Gain an understanding of practical approaches in quantitative finance.
+ Opportunities to work on challenging projects which provide solutions to complex pricing requirements.
+ A dynamic, client-focused environment that fosters a culture of constant learning.
**Responsibilities:**
+ The candidate will work with other experienced product development specialists to support existing clients, focusing on complex queries and new product development, primarily for credit and interest rates derivatives.
+ Creating quality control and other tools in Python and helping to integrate these into overall workflow
+ Collaborate closely with the quantitative analytics and software development teams to implement and test new methodologies and features.
**What We're Looking For:**
+ Undergraduate or graduate degree in quantitative discipline (Mathematics, Applied Mathematics, Statistics, Physics, Engineering)
+ Background or experience in computer science and knowledge of Python and Java an asset
+ Background or experience in capital markets an asset
+ Background or experience with financial mathematics, pricing theory, etc. an asset
+ Eager to learn new concepts and technologies to resolve complex issues
+ Teamwork, thriving in an agile environment working collaboratively and providing daily feedback to your team
**About S&P Global Market Intelligence**
At S&P Global Market Intelligence, a division of S&P Global we understand the importance of accurate, deep and insightful information. Our team of experts delivers unrivaled insights and leading data and technology solutions, partnering with customers to expand their perspective, operate with confidence, and make decisions with conviction.
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**What's In It For** **You?**
**Our Purpose:**
Progress is not a self-starter. It requires a catalyst to be set in motion. Information, imagination, people, technology-the right combination can unlock possibility and change the world.
Our world is in transition and getting more complex by the day. We push past expected observations and seek out new levels of understanding so that we can help companies, governments and individuals make an impact on tomorrow. At S&P Global we transform data into Essential Intelligence®, pinpointing risks and opening possibilities. We Accelerate Progress.
**Our People:**
We're more than 35,000 strong worldwide-so we're able to understand nuances while having a broad perspective. Our team is driven by curiosity and a shared belief that Essential Intelligence can help build a more prosperous future for us all.
From finding new ways to measure sustainability to analyzing energy transition across the supply chain to building workflow solutions that make it easy to tap into insight and apply it. We are changing the way people see things and empowering them to make an impact on the world we live in. We're committed to a more equitable future and to helping our customers find new, sustainable ways of doing business. We're constantly seeking new solutions that have progress in mind. Join us and help create the critical insights that truly make a difference.
**Our Values:**
**Integrity, Discovery, Partnership**
At S&P Global, we focus on Powering Global Markets. Throughout our history, the world's leading organizations have relied on us for the Essential Intelligence they need to make confident decisions about the road ahead. We start with a foundation of **integrity** in all we do, bring a spirit of **discovery** to our work, and collaborate in close **partnership** with each other and our customers to achieve shared goals.
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+ Health & Wellness: Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
+ Flexible Downtime: Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
+ Continuous Learning: Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
+ Invest in Your Future: Secure your financial future through competitive pay, retirement planning, a continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution, and financial wellness programs.
+ Family Friendly Perks: It's not just about you. S&P Global has perks for your partners and little ones, too, with some best-in class benefits for families.
+ Beyond the Basics: From retail discounts to referral incentive awards-small perks can make a big difference.
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Manager - Product Development

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_Mastercard powers economies and empowers people in 200+ countries and territories worldwide. Together with our customers, we're helping build a sustainable economy where everyone can prosper. We support a wide range of digital payments choices, making transactions secure, simple, smart and accessible. Our technology and innovation, partnerships and networks combine to deliver a unique set of products and services that help people, businesses and governments realize their greatest potential._
**Title and Summary**
Manager - Product Development
Manager, Product Development - Foundry
Who is Mastercard?
Mastercard is a global technology company in the payments industry. Our mission is to connect and power an inclusive, digital economy that benefits everyone, everywhere by making transactions safe, simple, smart, and accessible. Using secure data and networks, partnerships and passion, our innovations and solutions help individuals, financial institutions, governments, and businesses realize their greatest potential. Our decency quotient drives our culture and everything we do inside and outside of our company. With connections across more than 210 countries and territories, we are building a sustainable world that unlocks priceless possibilities for all.
Overview
Mastercard Foundry is the innovation engine of Mastercard and a hub for new product development. We do this by driving product innovation in emerging technologies and interfaces while focusing on developing a point of view to enhance existing solutions and new use-cases. We also focus on building revenue generating ecosystems and flywheels that can be standalone in adjacent segments and markets. Examples of focus areas include commercial payments, new payment flows, real time payments, data and services.
Within Foundry, the Manager, Product Development will be supporting the execution of new to market product development across core payments and services. Role responsibility including identification, execution, and in-market delivery of new products and solutions. The responsibilities will include execution of near-term opportunities that drive significant in year revenue and strategic differentiation for Mastercard, as well as scoping, identification, in-market testing of longer-term product concepts and solutions
Role:
- Engage in idea generation for new to market products and solutions including workshop facilitation and collateral development.
- Contribute to developing product concepts and prototypes and independently own and deliver key tasks associated with it.
- Partner with Product & Engineering partners and our CX&D team on concept validation and market testing and independently own and deliver key tasks associated with it.
- Contribute / own business case development and planning for individual products.
- Own and deliver high quality collateral materials to facilitate internal decision making.
- Lead cross functional workshops and manage follow up actions to completion.
- Partner with CXD, Product and R&D teams by providing prioritized requirements.
- Work within a matrixed organization to influence and drive outcomes within tight timelines.
All About You
- Strong analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong product development and management experience, including rapid opportunity identification, concept development, business model innovation, and in market testing of global products is preferred.
- In-depth understanding of commercial payment ecosystem and payments globally.
- Previous experience working in Payments innovation space delivering new to market value propositions.
- Critical thinker that is comfortable with technical details, and experience working with R&D teams
- Flair in connecting people and ideas; ability to operate in a matrix environment.
- Right to work in the UK without restriction.
**Corporate Security Responsibility**
All activities involving access to Mastercard assets, information, and networks comes with an inherent risk to the organization and, therefore, it is expected that every person working for, or on behalf of, Mastercard is responsible for information security and must:
+ Abide by Mastercard's security policies and practices;
+ Ensure the confidentiality and integrity of the information being accessed;
+ Report any suspected information security violation or breach, and
+ Complete all periodic mandatory security trainings in accordance with Mastercard's guidelines.
Product Development Associate

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A career at Janus Henderson is more than a job, it's about investing in a brighter future together.
Our Mission at Janus Henderson is to help clients define and achieve superior financial outcomes through differentiated insights, disciplined investments, and world-class service. We will do this by protecting and growing our core business, amplifying our strengths and diversifying where we have the right.
Our Values are key to driving our success, and are at the heart of everything we do:
Clients Come First - Always | Execution Supersedes Intention | Together We Win | Diversity Improves Results | Truth Builds Trust
If our mission, values, and purpose align with your own, we would love to hear from you!
Your opportunity
+ Support product development initiatives and the ongoing maintenance of Janus Henderson's product range in Europe
+ Assist in the creation of documentation for new products and product enhancements, including preparation of committee presentations, product idea proposals and product specifications
+ Oversee share class launches including business case and approval and hand-off to implementation partners
+ Research competitor initiatives and product offerings
+ Partner with members of the Product Strategy team to prepare analysis, research and other product information
+ Help maintain product data and information such as pipeline documents and static data
+ Help manage timelines and due dates of projects
+ Build relationships across departments
+ Carry out additional duties as assigned
What to expect when you join our firm
+ Hybrid working and reasonable accommodations
+ Generous Holiday policies
+ Excellent Health and Wellbeing benefits including corporate membership to ClassPass
+ Paid volunteer time to step away from your desk and into the community
+ Support to grow through professional development courses, tuition/qualification reimbursement and more
+ All-inclusive approach to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion
+ Maternal/paternal leave benefits and family services
+ Complimentary subscription to Headspace - the mindfulness app
+ All employee events including networking opportunities and social activities
+ Lunch allowance for use within our subsidized onsite canteen
Must have skills
+ 1-2 years' of experience in the financial industry
+ Knowledge of asset management industry and investment products
+ Good communication skills, both verbal and written
+ Ability to liaise with senior management, peers and other team members
+ Ability to multi-task and deliver multiple initiatives to demanding deadlines
+ Good organizational skills
+ Strong attention to detail
+ Team Player with the ability to work on your own initiative
Nice to have skills
+ Strong analytical skills
+ Strong interrelationship skills
+ Basic experience with industry data providers (e.g., Morningstar) is a plus
Supervisory responsibilities
+ No
Potential for growth
+ Mentoring
+ Leadership development programs
+ Regular training
+ Career development services
+ Continuing education courses
You will be expected to understand the regulatory obligations of the firm, and abide by the regulated entity requirements and JHI policies applicable for your role.
At Janus Henderson Investors we're committed to an inclusive and supportive environment. We believe diversity improves results and we welcome applications from all backgrounds. Don't worry if you don't think you tick every box, we still want to hear from you! We understand everyone has different commitments and while we can't accommodate every flexible working request we're happy to be asked about work flexibility and our hybrid working environment. If you need any reasonable accommodations during our recruitment process, please get in touch and let us know at
Janus Henderson (including its subsidiaries) will not maintain existing or sponsor new industry registrations or licenses where not supported by an employee's job functions (as determined by Janus Henderson at its sole discretion).
All applicants must be willing to comply with the provisions of Janus Henderson Investment Advisory Code of Ethics related to personal securities activities and other disclosure and certification requirements, including past political contributions and political activities. Applicants' past political contributions or activity may impact applicants' eligibility for this position. Janus Henderson is an equal opportunity /Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or veteran status. All applications are subject to background checks.
Clinical Development Research Nurse
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Cure Talent are delighted to be partnering with an innovative clinician-led MedTech company dedicated to transforming patient safety, monitoring and outcomes in infusion and haemodialysis.
We are seeking a highly motivated Clinical Development Research Nurse with strong research and communication skills to join this dynamic team. This is a fully remote role with extensive UK travel. The opportunity.
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Product Development Technologist - London
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Job Opportunity: Product Development Technologist
Location: London - Park Royal
Why Greencore?
We're a leading manufacturer of convenience food in the UK and our purpose is to make every day taste better.
We're a vibrant, fast-paced leading food manufacturer. Employing around 13,600 colleagues across 16 manufacturing units and 17 distribution depots across the UK. We supply all the UK's food retailers with everything from Sandwiches, soups and sushi to cooking sauces, pickles and ready meals, and in FY23, we generated revenues of £1.9bn.
Our vast direct-to-store (DTS) distribution network, comprising of 17 depots nationwide, enables us to make over 10,400 daily deliveries of our own chilled and frozen produce and that of third parties.
Role:
Join our team as a Product Development Technologist and play a pivotal role in delivering exciting new business opportunities with major retailers. You'll work on high-profile projects managing critical deadlines while also driving innovation across projects and key initiatives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Input recipes into the management system to assess cost and nutritional information.
- Coordinate with NPD buyers and the packaging innovation team for material requirements.
- Prepare and ensure accuracy of all necessary documentation for product approval.
- Assist with kitchen-made samples for internal panels, nutritional testing, and presentations.
- Plan and prepare product samples, including ordering and transportation, and document findings.
- Conduct kitchen organoleptic testing throughout the product's shelf-life and suggest recipe adjustments.
- Follow critical path timelines and escalate any risks or delays.
- Ensure sustainability considerations are included in product development.
- Accurately label and box samples for external shipment.
- Purchase ingredients and benchmark samples as needed.
Requirements:
- Degree in Food/Nutrition Science, apprenticeship, or equivalent experience.
- Knowledge of the food industry.
- Strong analytical and numerical skills.
- Excellent communication skills
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New Product Development Engineer
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New Product Development Engineer
c.£40k + benefits
Southeast London / Kent Borders
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
Some hybrid working possible
ARE YOU A HANDS-ON ENGINEER WHO ENJOYS SOLVING PROBLEMS AND MAKING PRODUCTS BETTER?
DO YOU WANT TO JOIN A BUSINESS WITH A PURPOSE, IMPROVING SAFETY AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OTHERS?
We are working with a forward-thinking, growing business who are passionate about product innovation and continuous improvement. Due to expansion, they are now looking for an experienced Product and Process Development Engineer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.
What you’ll be doing:
This is a varied and hands-on role, sitting between design, production and quality, and is perfect for someone who thrives on problem-solving, practical engineering, and making real improvements to products in the field. You will be:
- Investigating factory and field issues, getting to the root cause and implementing robust fixes li>Modifying and updating drawings, specifications and BOMs using SolidWorks
- Supporting value engineering projects, driving cost savings and improving quality
- Building and testing prototypes and trial builds in collaboration with the production team
- Working closely with supply chain and quality teams to ensure reliable, compliant products
- Keeping product data and documentation accurate and up to date
About you:
The successful EPD Engineer will be able to demonstrate:
- Strong SolidWorks skills, including 2D drawing discipline (BS888)
- Experience in sustaining engineering / EPD within mechanical or building product assemblies
- Knowledge of materials and processes such as sheet metal, machining, coatings, joinery or glazing
- Comfortable with hands-on work, fixtures and prototype builds
- Confident communicator who can work cross-functionally and under pressure
- A relevant technical qualification (BEng, BSc or equivalent)
Why apply?
This is a sought-after opportunity to join a supportive, growing engineering team within a business that is genuinely making a difference. Benefits include:
- Competitive salary around £40,000 li>25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Pension scheme
- Free on-site parking and subsidised food
- Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home, once settled)
Sound like the challenge for you? APPLY NOW for immediate consideration!
This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment , Kent’s leading independent consultancy.
New Product Development Engineer
Posted 3 days ago
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New Product Development Engineer
c.£40k + benefits
Southeast London / Kent Borders
Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm
Some hybrid working possible
ARE YOU A HANDS-ON ENGINEER WHO ENJOYS SOLVING PROBLEMS AND MAKING PRODUCTS BETTER?
DO YOU WANT TO JOIN A BUSINESS WITH A PURPOSE, IMPROVING SAFETY AND QUALITY OF LIFE FOR OTHERS?
We are working with a forward-thinking, growing business who are passionate about product innovation and continuous improvement. Due to expansion, they are now looking for an experienced Product and Process Development Engineer to join their team on a full-time, permanent basis.
What you’ll be doing:
This is a varied and hands-on role, sitting between design, production and quality, and is perfect for someone who thrives on problem-solving, practical engineering, and making real improvements to products in the field. You will be:
- Investigating factory and field issues, getting to the root cause and implementing robust fixes li>Modifying and updating drawings, specifications and BOMs using SolidWorks
- Supporting value engineering projects, driving cost savings and improving quality
- Building and testing prototypes and trial builds in collaboration with the production team
- Working closely with supply chain and quality teams to ensure reliable, compliant products
- Keeping product data and documentation accurate and up to date
About you:
The successful EPD Engineer will be able to demonstrate:
- Strong SolidWorks skills, including 2D drawing discipline (BS888)
- Experience in sustaining engineering / EPD within mechanical or building product assemblies
- Knowledge of materials and processes such as sheet metal, machining, coatings, joinery or glazing
- Comfortable with hands-on work, fixtures and prototype builds
- Confident communicator who can work cross-functionally and under pressure
- A relevant technical qualification (BEng, BSc or equivalent)
Why apply?
This is a sought-after opportunity to join a supportive, growing engineering team within a business that is genuinely making a difference. Benefits include:
- Competitive salary around £40,000 li>25 days holiday plus Bank Holidays
- Pension scheme
- Free on-site parking and subsidised food
- Hybrid working (up to 2 days per week from home, once settled)
Sound like the challenge for you? APPLY NOW for immediate consideration!
This role is being handled by Emily Powell, Associate Director for Pearson Whiffin Recruitment , Kent’s leading independent consultancy.
Senior Product Development Manager
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Senior Product Development Manager – EMEA (Public and Private Markets)
A top global asset manager is searching for a Senior Product Development Manager working across public and private markets across Europe. This role will be based in London and will be reporting to the Head of EMEA Product.
This candidate will play a key role in supporting the growth of the product range through product strategy and development across the region. The Product team encompasses multiple specialised units responsible for product across our global portfolio, internally ex-US. Our comprehensive product range includes cross-border mutual funds, locally domiciled funds, ETFs, private assets, and alternative investment vehicles.
Our teams are strategically organised around the complete product value chain. We cover the full spectrum from initial market research and product design through development and implementation. This integrated approach ensures efficient project execution while maintaining robust product governance and comprehensive legal documentation standards.
Responsibilities
- Propose and develop new, innovative investment strategies across public and private markets
- Connect Investment and Sales teams by leveraging deep financial markets knowledge and distribution expertise
- Facilitate productive exchanges between business functions using problem-solving and pragmatic approaches
- Manage complete product lifecycle from opportunity identification and evaluation through development and market launch
- Apply comprehensive understanding of sustainable product complexities and technical requirements
- Contribute strategic insights to drive organisational performance and support company-wide objectives
Desired Skills & Experience
- Proven track record in product role in the investment management industry
- Knowledge of core business strategy frameworks, competitive analysis, market definition, and product development initiatives
- Ability to structure and prioritise new business development initiatives aligned with strategic objectives
- Strong research and analytical capabilities to evaluate and benchmark market opportunities
- Cross-industry perspective with ability to synthesize insights across channels and sectors
- Deep expertise in fund structures and regulatory frameworks across multiple jurisdictions (particularly Luxembourg, the UK and Asia
- Experience leading cross-asset class projects spanning diverse product segments
- Knowledge of ESG and sustainable investing product characteristics
- Proven ability to excel in matrix organizational structures and deliver results under tight deadlines
- Strong collaborative and influencing skills across cross-functional teams including Investment specialists, Product Legal, Investment Risk, Compliance, Marketing, and Sal