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Lord Search & Selection
Chief R&D and Product Development Officer
United Kingdom
Contact Lord Search & Selection
- Hours
- Full Time
- Posted
- 6 hours ago
- Salary
- 140000.00 - 160000.00 GBP Annual + Bonus + Benefits
- Recruiter
- Lord Search & Selection
- Closes
- 12 May 2026
- Course
- No
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Recruiter Type
- Direct Employer
Description
Manufacturing
c 150,000 + Bonus + Benefits
Midlands
Ref: 10343
The Company
With ambitious growth plans and a continued commitment to innovation, our client is seeking a Chief R&D and Product Development Officer to play a pivotal role in the next phase of its evolution. As a market–leading premium manufacturer, the business has built its competitive advantage on deep materials science and technological expertise, supported by sustained investment in R&D over many years.
The Role
As a member of the Senior Leadership Team, you will lead the technology, innovation and product agenda across R&D, New Product Development and Technical Certification. Working closely with the CEO, you will define and deliver the innovation strategy, lead product development, enhance digital capability, and ensure the business continues to set the standard for technical and commercial excellence.
The Person
You will bring senior leadership experience from a manufacturing or materials–led business, combining deep technical expertise in advanced materials with strong commercial acumen. You will be a strategic thinker and accomplished leader, with the credibility to influence at Board level and the ability to lead innovation from concept through to execution, supporting a growth strategy with technology and product leadership at its core.
How to Apply
This is a high–profile opportunity to join an ambitious and growing business. Please apply with your full CV, quoting 10343.
Ad ID: 5418174973
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