Job Description

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A2V is widely recognised as a leader in Arts & Crafts, with expertise in Party, Stationery and Gifting. We are seeking a proactive and detail-oriented Product Safety & Compliance Technologist to join our team. This role is ideal for someone with at least 2 years of experience in product safety, gained within retail or a consumer product testing laboratory environment.


You will play a key role in ensuring our products meet all relevant safety, quality, and regulatory standards, supporting both new product development and ongoing compliance of existing lines.

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Key Responsibilities:

Review and assess product safety compliance for a wide range of consumer products (e.g., electricals, toys, homeware, stationery, etc.). Liaise with internal teams, suppliers, and external testing labs to ensure all required testing and documentation is completed. Interpret and apply relevant international regulations, directives, and standards (e.g., UKCA/CE marking, CLP, REACH, RoHS, EN standards). Maintain and update technical files, declarations of conformity, risk assessments, and safety documentation. Provide technical guidance to cross-functional teams regarding compliance requirements and best practices. Support investigation and resolution of safety-related product issues, recalls, or quality incidents. Monitor regulatory changes and help implement updated requirements across relevant product categories.

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Requirements:

Minimum 2 years of hands-on experience in product safety or compliance, ideally in a retail or consumer product testing laboratory setting.

Good understanding of UK, EU, and/or international product safety regulations and standards. Strong analytical and communication skills. Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment. Excellent attention to detail and documentation practices. Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with compliance systems or databases is a plus. Degree or equivalent qualification in a related field (e.g., Science, Engineering, Product Compliance, Quality Management) preferred.

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What We Offer:

Competitive salary Opportunities for professional development and training A collaborative and supportive work environment * Flexible working options