Mint Velvet began when founders Liz Houghton and Lisa Agar-Rea set out to create an unfailingly chic collection of contemporary, great quality staples and elevated fits that they felt were missing from their wardrobes. Feeling frustrated that they couldn’t find anything they wanted to wear, or the great customer service they craved, they started fusing relaxed comfort with glamorous yet wearable fashion trends. Relaxed Glamour was born.

As collaborative creatives, we take untold pride in our work, designing with heart and soul. We want to be a force for good and are committed to becoming a more circular and responsible business, from the fabrics we choose to our considered processes. We are an agile and growing business, and we work hard to create an environment which allows for growth and progression, balanced with the support and flexibility needed to meet the challenge of a high-performance culture.

Our leadership teams and founders sit amongst the teams and encourage a culture of balance and passion. MV is a very special place, and our values are anchored by three main pillars: people, planet, and community.

Our Values:

With Soul. Courage & Resilience. Passion & Drive. Entrepreneurial Spirit. Collaborative.

If you want to join us on the next chapter of our story, you’re in the right place. This is an exciting opportunity for an Assistant Product Technologist to join the MV Garment Tech Team of 10!

The role of Assistant Product Technologist:

• Product Approval Process – you will drive fit sessions for your product categories, conducting risk assessments and ensuring all fit comments are accurate, approving specifications and quality standards in line with product compliance requirements and brand standards
• Testing and certification approval – you will approve all physical and chemical test reports and sustainability certification
• Problem solving & Quality Improvement – you will conduct wearer trials, product reviews and carry out competitive market research to drive continuous improvement across your product categories 
• Supplier Management – you will develop strong links with our supply base, giving regular feedback throughout the product approval process to ensure the critical path is maintained, completing supplier reviews and ensuring compliance
• Partnering with wider business – you will work with our ESG team and support with product development initiatives & establishing relationships with Buying & Design teams
• Regular Communication – you will liaise with our QC team at the DC, Store Colleagues and Customer Care Teams
• Supporting the team – you will support the Senior Technologist with ad hoc admin tasks
• Systems – you will work on our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) system to ensure seamless product journey

What Mint Velvet is looking for:

• A minimum of 1 year's experience in a Product Tech position
• An experienced Microsoft Office user
• Brilliantly organised, with the ability to prioritise your workload in order to get the job done to the highest standards
• A great communicator who takes a collaborative approach to your work
• Resilient when adapting to change and open to constructive feedback
• Ambitious, driven and motivated to succeed
• Available to come into our High Wycombe office 5 days per week

The Assistant Product Technologist will be rewarded with:

• Competitive starting salary and great career prospects in a fast paced and growing business
• 25 days holiday, plus bank holidays and a day off on your birthday
• Company-funded private health insurance and access to Smart Health
• Life assurance 
• Discretionary bonus scheme
• 50% staff discount 
• Interest-free Season ticket loan
• Summer hours - 3pm finishes every Friday throughout June, July & August
• Bespoke induction support and ongoing development to help you thrive in your new role
• A welcoming and inspiring work-environment - take advantage of Yoga classes, social activities, an early finish on pay day and more