Analyst and Editor - Brands and Product Innovation

Fixed term, approximately 12 months (maternity cover)  ·  Leeds  ·  Reporting to the Managing Director About WTiN WTiN is an independent intelligence provider to the global textile & apparel industry. We produce original research, data and analysis on material innovation and manufacturing technology for an international membership that includes leading brands, manufacturers, materials innovators and academic institutions. The role We are looking for an experienced analyst and writer to join us on a fixed-term basis, taking ownership of our brand-facing analysis and product innovation coverage. This is a broad, senior role spanning research, writing, client relationships and team leadership. You will work directly with senior contacts at global brands, lead analytical projects across sportswear, outdoor, footwear and materials and take responsibility for our published coverage in those areas. You will also line manage one analyst. It will suit someone who enjoys variety, is comfortable working independently and can move between technical subject matter and commercial conversations with equal confidence. What you will be doing Client relationships and analysis

• Acting as the main point of contact for a portfolio of international brand clients
• Leading analytical projects from initial scoping through to delivery and presentation
• Working with colleagues across the business to bring the right expertise to each piece of work
• Identifying opportunities to develop existing client relationships Research and published coverage
• Owning our coverage across sportswear, outdoor, footwear and materials
• Planning and maintaining the editorial pipeline in those areas
• Researching and writing analysis on innovation and industry developments
• Identifying and interviewing senior figures and technical experts for features
• Commissioning external contributors where appropriate Projects and products
• Leading commissioned research projects across sports, outdoor and materials
• Contributing to the development of our data-led products
• Managing annual reports and event-led content in the material innovation space Team
• Line managing one analyst, including workload planning and performance reviews What we are looking for Essential
• Strong working knowledge of the textile, apparel or materials industry, ideally with exposure to product innovation or performance materials
• Excellent written English, and the ability to turn technical subject matter into clear, useful analysis
• Confidence dealing directly with senior contacts at global brands
• Strong interviewing skills and the credibility to hold a conversation with technical experts
• Well organised and self-directed, able to manage several projects at once
• Comfortable working to commercial objectives alongside editorial standards Desirable
• Line management experience, or readiness to take it on with support
• Experience of client-facing research or commissioned project delivery
• A technical or academic background in textiles, materials science or a related field
• Familiarity with sportswear, outdoor or footwear categories
• Journalism experience is a plus Details Fixed term, approximately 12 months, starting January 2027. Based in our Leeds office, with hybrid working. Two designated office days each week. How to apply Please send your CV and a short covering note explaining why the role interests you to. Closing date : 30 October, may close early if demand is high