R&D Manager (Physics Background) c.£70k DOE ID51612

Are you an experienced R&D Manager who enjoys leading technical teams and turning complex ideas into commercially viable products?

Do you want ownership of an R&D roadmap while helping technical programmes move from concept through to delivery?

Our client is looking for an R&D Manager to lead and coordinate research and development activity, ensuring technical projects are well prioritised, resourced and delivered against business and customer needs.

Why This Role is Great

• Take ownership of the R&D roadmap and technical priorities
• Lead structured R&D programmes from concept through to product delivery
• Manage project resources, risks, milestones and technical outcomes
• Work closely with engineering and commercial teams
• Help move new technology into reliable, manufacturable products
• Lead, coach and develop a growing technical team
• Contribute to customer projects, partnerships and intellectual property

About You

Our client would be keen to speak with people who bring experience in areas such as:

• Leading scientific, engineering or product development teams
• Managing complex technical projects
• Physics, engineering or another relevant technical discipline
• Experimental or commercial R&D
• Technical product development
• Python and/or MATLAB
• Translating technical challenges into clear plans and deliverables
• Working across engineering, technical and customer-facing teams

You do not need to meet every requirement. Candidates with relevant leadership experience and transferable technical knowledge are encouraged to apply.

Package

Salary: £65,000+ depending on experience

Working: Full-time with flexible/hybrid working where appropriate

Benefits: Bonus, share options, private medical cover, pension contributions, enhanced family leave, 25 days' holiday plus bank holidays and professional development support.

Interested?

Apply today or contact Humand Talent Solutions for a confidential conversation.

Humand Talent Solutions and our client are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion. Applications are welcomed from all suitably qualified candidates, and reasonable adjustments can be provided throughout the recruitment process.