Location
London, United Kingdom

Hours
Not Applicable

Salary
Negotiable

About the Role
At Burberry, we believe creativity opens spaces. Our purpose is to unlock the power of imagination to push boundaries and open new possibilities for our people, our customers and our communities. This core belief has guided Burberry since 1856 and remains central to how we operate today. We provide an environment where creative minds from diverse backgrounds thrive, bringing a wide range of skills and experiences to everything we do. As a purposeful, values-driven brand, we are committed to being a force for good, creating the next generation of sustainable luxury, driving industry change and championing our communities.

The Product Development Assistant will support the Product Development team in bringing exceptional collections to life. This role is key to ensuring the smooth delivery of the end-to-end product development process by partnering closely with internal teams and external suppliers to maintain quality, accuracy and efficiency throughout the collection lifecycle. You will contribute to the craftsmanship, innovation and attention to detail that define our products, helping translate creative vision into commercial reality.

Responsibilities include maintaining and updating product information systems to ensure accuracy and consistency throughout collection development; partnering with Product Developers, manufacturers and suppliers to support timely delivery of prototypes, samples and production milestones; managing collection documentation and development records for clear visibility across teams; tracking development budgets and monitoring prototype, trial and sample costs; coordinating sample, swatch and archive management to maintain organised and accessible product libraries; and supporting fittings, meetings, shipments and day-to-day development activities to help deliver collections efficiently.

Experience
Experience supporting product development, merchandising or a related product function within fashion or luxury sectors.

About you
Strong attention to detail with the ability to manage large volumes of information accurately. Excellent organisation and prioritisation skills, capable of managing multiple activities simultaneously. Clear and effective communication skills with confidence working across cross-functional teams and external partners. Commercial awareness including understanding of product cost management and budget tracking. Passion for product, craftsmanship and fashion, combined with a proactive and solutions-focused approach to work.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated; relevant experience and passion for the role are key.