Job Title: Head of Product Development
Location: Norfolk / Hybrid
Reporting To: Design Director
Who we are
At Monica Vinader, we believe luxury should be empowering, long-lasting and responsibly made. Guided by integrity, craftsmanship and innovation, our goal is to elevate people’s lives by opening access to a more beautiful world.
From crafting consciously with recycled precious metals and ethically sourced materials, to designing enduring, versatile pieces made to be layered, loved and lived in every day, we are redefining what modern jewellery can be. We create jewellery that marks moments, tells stories and becomes part of who you are, all while making responsible luxury more accessible.
Our commitment to sustainability, innovation and positive impact continues to be recognised across the industry. We are proud to have received:
- Responsible Jewellery Brand, 2026 – Country & Town House
- Responsible Business of the Year, 2025 – Positive Luxury
- Top 50 Inspiring Workplaces (UK & NI), 2024 – Inspiring Workplaces
With a global footprint across physical retail, e-commerce and trusted partners, we put our community at the heart of everything we do. Proudly female-founded and inclusive, we build meaningful relationships with the people who wear and love our jewellery.
We are looking for a Head of Product Development to join us as we continue this journey and help us shape what the future of modern jewellery can and should be.
Where we need your help
The Head of Product Development role is an exciting opportunity to help support the delivery of an ambitious product pipeline, where you will bring ideas to life. You will work closely with the New Product Development (NPD) team to deliver beautiful, sustainable, quality products, on time and at a competitive price. You will champion the customer at every point of the product journey; with senior thinking, pace, passion and team spirit.
Your role will span the development across categories, materials and suppliers. From our famed Vermeil to fine 14k solid gold jewellery, semi-precious gemstones, pearls and Lab Grown Diamonds, leather, packaging and small other categories. No one day will be the same.
This role has a requirement to travel to Norfolk 2-3 days per week, to work with the team at our picturesque Holkham office and remote working for part of the week. London office also available instead of remote where suits.
What you’ll do
Role Purpose
The Head of Product Development is the bridge between creative vision and commercial reality. You will lead a high-performing team to transform designs into market-ready products, ensuring every piece meets our exacting standards for quality, cost, sustainability, and compliance.
Operating in a fast-paced, agile environment, you will balance granular technical detail with high-level strategic thinking to drive a consistent, innovative product pipeline.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & Team Management
- Team Development: Lead and mentor a team of Product Developers (3 direct reports), while collaborating with the Head of Design to oversee the output of a cross-functional team.
- Operational Excellence: Manage departmental workflow, ensuring a balanced distribution of projects across the team and supply base to maximise expertise and professional growth.
- Culture & Mindset: Foster a culture of agility, high standards, and proactive problem-solving. Act as the primary escalation point for the team, empowering them to resolve issues while stepping in to handle complex supplier negotiations.
- Process Innovation: Streamline development workflows and introduce standardised tools to improve efficiency and reduce development administration (e.g., 3D printing, sizing guides, AI and testing protocols)
- Stakeholder Management: Speak with clarity, confidence and influence across a broad range of internal stakeholders & external stakeholders (suppliers) to create buy in and alignment of approach, and enabling clarity for your team to deliver to
Product Development & Execution
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Head of Product Development NPD Management and Design · Holkham Head Office · employer: Monica Vinader
Monica Vinader is an exceptional employer that fosters a dynamic and collaborative work culture, particularly for the Strategic Regional Merchandiser role. With a focus on employee growth and development, the company offers unique opportunities to engage with cross-functional teams in a vibrant London setting, all while enjoying the flexibility of hybrid working arrangements. Join us to be part of a brand that values innovation and empowers its employees to make impactful contributions.
