Product Development Manager (Mascots & Displays)

Product Development Manager (Mascots & Displays) Bring Jellycat’s playful world to life by leading the development of our mascot and display pieces! For a quarter of a century, the Jellycat family have brought joy, wonder and playful fun to people of all ages, in every part of the world. Utterly original and in a class of their own, they are currently among the most loved and collected toys of their kind. How has this gentle tribe endeared themselves to so many? Perhaps it is their whimsical expressions. Or the deliciously soft fabrics. Or the beautiful way in which they sit in your hand. Whatever it is, there is something magical and unmistakeable about each one of them. We are excited to be hiring a Product Development Manager who will be specialising in Mascots and displays. This role will be a key part of the production team and will transform our themes and characters into key pieces for exciting events. You'll be; Managing the development of mascots and large display pieces from initial concept through to final production and ensure products meet safety and operational requirements where applicable. Reviewing creative concepts and assess feasibility, construction methods, materials, and manufacturing requirements. Creating and maintaining development timelines and critical paths for all projects. Acting as the primary liaison between UK teams, the Korea office, and Far East manufacturing partners. Communicating construction requirements, technical specifications, and feedback to suppliers. Advising on materials, structural elements, internal frameworks, and fabrication techniques. Supporting planning for events, retail installations, and promotional activations involving mascots and display pieces. You'll have; Experience in product development/costume design/theatre production/prop fabrication, exhibition design/experiential marketing/visual merchandising, or a related field. Strong project management and organisational skills. Experience working with overseas suppliers and manufacturers. The ability to interpret technical drawings, specifications, and prototypes. Strong communication and stakeholder management skills. The ability to be comfortable managing multiple projects simultaneously. Experience working within structured development timelines and critical paths. Strong attention to detail for visual quality. Department Production Locations London Remote status Hybrid Employment type Full-time London Our Perks & Benefits Discretionary Bonus Scheme This role will be eligible to participate in a discretionary annual bonus scheme with awards based on both company and individual performance. Private Medical Insurance We offer a premium level of cover for all Head Office employees through Vitality including Optical and Dental cover. Group Life Cover We offer Life Insurance at 4 x basic salary 25 days paid holiday We value that you get more time with your family and friends. Therefore we offer everybody 25 days paid holiday. Hybrid working We value work-life balance highly, therefore we work a hybrid model which consists of coming into the office a minimum of three days a week. Employee Assistance Program Committed to the health and wellbeing of all our employees, we offer a comprehensive and confidential support program through Health Assured. Private Chef! Every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday we have the pleasure of having our own Private Chef team who prepare us all a buffet style breakfast and lunch. This is subsidised by the company with a small employee contribution. Regular social & team events We have a very imaginative and active social committee who meet regularly to put on events that help us mark special occasions and celebrate our successes as a team. Contributory Pension Scheme We offer a salary sacrifice pension scheme through Scottish Widows with a company and employee contribution of 5% each (you can of course increase your contribution).