Chief Innovation Officer

We're hiring a Chief Innovation Officer (CIO) to lead our NPD and Innovation team. This role will be the main driver in the conception and development of new products, using industry and technical knowledge to bring signature Trinny London products to life. The CIO will lead and manage our product development team while working very closely with our Founder, Trinny Woodall, and the rest of the business. The ideal candidate will be responsible for throwing out the rule book, developing industry leading and profoundly innovative breakthrough ideas whilst blending innovative vision with complex technical formulation expertise.

Welcome to Trinny London!

Here at Trinny London, we’re changing the face of makeup and demystifying skincare, and we're only just getting started. Founded in 2017 by Trinny Woodall, Trinny London is challenging people all over the world to rethink their routines.

We have achieved tremendous growth since 2017 and we’re proud to be one of Europe’s fastest-growing beauty brands. We’re generating millions in sales by developing innovative products, acquiring hundreds of thousands of supporters and customers all over the world, and more importantly, building a talented and motivated team to support our fantastic growth.

• →Proven senior leadership experience within an NPD beauty environment, with an extensive background in skinare product creation, formula engineering, or cosmetic advancement across the beauty and wellness industry, with a specific focus on skincare formulation.
• →Experience in leading high performing Product and Formulation teams
• →Master’s degree or PhD in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Cosmetic Science, Biology, or a related scientific/technical field strongly preferred.
• →Innovative and customer obsessed commercial thinker, with the ability to bring ideas to life, whilst meeting deadlines and budget margins.
• →Proven history of developing and successfully launching award-winning or commercially disruptive skincare from concept to market.
• →Good understanding of global cosmetic regulatory standards, labelling guidelines, safety protocols, and claims testing methodologies.
• →An impactful communicator who presents with confidence and can influence stakeholders at all levels, including Founder and C suite
• →Thrives in a fast-paced, agile environment balancing attention to detail with strong organisational skills.

This role is based in London, but we’re open-minded about where the right person is currently based. We welcome international applications and are open to relocation and visa sponsorship for the right candidate.

We celebrate diversity in our customers, our products, and the teams we build. We champion inclusivity and want everyone to be the best versions of themselves.

We’re committed to equal opportunities and welcome people from all backgrounds, with their unique perspectives, ideas and experiences.