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 - £35000
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Development Jobs
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Development Jobs

Product Development and Innovation are at the heart of the Food & Drink industry. Focus covers all Development jobs within the food and drink industry.

Covering the full remit of roles in NPD, R&D, and Innovation; we help Companies find the best talent for their teams.  From Graduate Food Technologist and Development Manager roles through to Development Director / Head of Food level.  Culinary focused NPD through to Scientific R&D roles.

Businesses we recruit for include Food & Drink Manufacturers (Brands and Own Label), Ingredients Suppliers, Retailers, and Hospitality Groups. From small start-ups to Global FMCG brands, Major Retailers, and QSR chains. Take a look at the categories and sectors we recruit in.

Whilst we mainly recruit in the UK, we manage international recruitment projects too, notably in Europe, South Africa, the Middle East, and Australia.

Using tenacity and innovative solutions, we’ve a great track record in delivering on hard-to-fill roles and specialist positions.  Such as those requiring specific research, academic or category experience.  We recently delivered a challenging brief to find a PhD qualified Fermentation specialist for the plant-based category.  Another tricky position was solved through a senior R&D candidate we approached in Asia who relocated to the UK.

For candidates, we provide honest advice and support to achieve your career goals.  From Graduates looking to commence their career in the food industry through to experienced senior leaders looking for the next challenge or facing an unexpected redundancy situation.  We support with career and interview guidance, up to date information on the jobs market and opportunities to suit your skill set, values, experience, and ambitions. If you are looking for development jobs contact our team today.

Rachel Parkin

Principal Consultant & Co-owner

Louise Allman

Interim Consultant & Co-owner

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Found 26 jobs.
Salary: £35000
- £45000
+ Package
Type: Interim / Fixed Term
Function: Development
Location: Lancashire
Reference: RLP47378
An opportunity in culinary food development, creating delicious and nutritious products.
Salary: £30000
- £35000
+ benefits
Type: Permanent
Function: Development
Location: North/Mid Wales
Reference: RLP47338
Customer facing NPD Technologist. To ensure customer critical paths for project briefs are adhered to, launching products on time. Supporting briefs with innovative ideas and trends through market data and research.
Salary: £30000
- £40000
Type: Permanent
Function: Development
Location: Cumbria
Reference: RLP47292
Tasty new opportunity! Looking for a creative Food Developer to join an innovation-led food business.
Salary: £25000
- £30000
Type: Permanent
Function: Development
Location: Cheshire
Reference: RLP47252
Opportunity to build your NPD career with a great mentor, developing market-leading products as an NPD Technologist.
Salary: £55000
- £65000
Type: Permanent
Function: Development
Location: London
Reference: RLP47228
This role is now closed. For other live roles please visit the Development function.
Type: Permanent
Function: Development
Location: Saudi Arabia
Reference: RLP47195
Dreading the winter months? Why not take the leap, move to the sunshine, and enjoy tax-free earnings whilst doing the job you love.
Salary: £25000
- £30000
+ Benefits
Type: Permanent
Function: Development
Location: Worcestershire
Reference: RLP47181
This job is now CLOSED – for similar roles please check the Development function.
Salary: £40000
- £45000
+ Benefits
Type: Permanent
Function: Development
Location: North Wales
Reference: RLP47165
This job is now CLOSED – for similar roles please check the Development function.
Salary: £25000
- £30000
Type: Permanent
Function: Development
Location: Norfolk
Reference: RLP47130
This job is now CLOSED – for similar roles please check the Development function.
Salary: £30000
- £38000
Type: Permanent
Function: Development
Location: Lincolnshire
Reference: RLP47034
This job is now CLOSED – for similar roles please check the Development function.

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