Back to searchSpecificaiton Team Leader (12 Month FTC)
Russell Taylor Group Ltd
Posted 2 days ago, valid for a month
Competitive
Full Time
Retirement Plan
Life Insurance
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Location: Remote (UK-based)
Type:-Full-Time Mon- Fri, Fixed-Term (12 Months)
Russell Taylor Group are looking for a Specification Technologist Team Lead to join our well-established client on a 12-month fixed-term contract. In this remote-based role, you will lead a team of product information and compliance specialists, delivering accurate and legally compliant specification reviews and regulatory advice to leading food retail clients.
You will be responsible for managing the delivery of services for one or more key client accounts, ensuring specifications meet retailer requirements and timelines. Experience with retailer specification portals (such as Tesco TQC, M&S Find, Sainsbury's etc.) is essential.
This is a highly client-facing role that combines leadership, technical knowledge, and project coordination in a fast-paced, commercial environment.
Responsibilities
Day-to-day leadership of a team of Specification Technologists and Advisors
Manage the delivery of food specifications and related compliance documentation for one or more major retailer accounts
Act as a key contact for client stakeholders, resolving issues and aligning on expectations
Provide expert advice on food labelling, compliance, and regulatory interpretation
Allocate and oversee workloads, ensuring timelines and quality standards are met
Support specification uploads, data input, and risk-based reviews through retailer portals
Monitor performance and provide coaching, support, and development for team members
Escalate technical or resourcing challenges appropriately
Deputise for the Team Manager or Technical Controller when needed
Identify opportunities to improve ways of working and support continuous improvement initiatives
Maintain up-to-date knowledge of UK and EU food legislation, codes of practice, and industry standardsEssential:
The Person
Degree in Food Science, Regulatory Affairs, or a related discipline, or significant relevant experience
Minimum 2 years in a food technical, compliance, or regulatory role
Strong working knowledge of retailer specification portals (Tesco, M&S, Sainsbury's, Waitrose, Morrisons, etc.)
Excellent understanding of UK and EU food labelling legislation
Confident communicator with strong organisational and workload management skills
Experience managing or mentoring others in a technical or regulatory setting
Fluent in English (spoken and written)
Proficiency in Microsoft Office and technical documentation tools
Benefits
Remote working model
Company pension scheme
Private healthcare options (individual and family)
Life insurance
25 days annual leave + public holidays, with additional leave linked to service
Option to buy or sell annual leave
Charity leave and payroll giving options
Cycle to Work scheme and more
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