Discover A Career in The

Chemical

Sector

A career in this industry could see you using pioneering technology to make life-changing medicines, smudge-free make-up, or even more eco-friendly fuel!

97% of things you use daily are produced by the chemical sector

Get ready to level up your knowledge

...on the mind-blowing world of chemistry!

Chemicals are used in nearly every aspect of our lives, from building materials to household items, making this sector an essential part of the modern world. Brand new technologies, processes, and discoveries make the UK chemical sector very exciting and competitive… and competition means lots of great jobs!

How does the chemical sector work?

Some businesses work directly with chemicals to make new and improved materials and goods; other organisations process chemicals for other people to make an end product.

Either way, chemicals impact our daily lives, and you could be part of shaping our world through science. Your work could genuinely make a difference to thousands, if not millions, of people’s lives.

Petroleum, plastics, adhesives, cosmetics, toiletries, and soaps are all materials that can change dramatically depending on how they’re made. Small changes in chemicals could make an engine drive further, plastics decompose quicker, or glues even stickier!

Latest trends in the chemical industry

Two areas are keeping the chemical sector especially busy: new digital technologies and achieving net-zero (balancing the carbon dioxide put into the atmosphere through everyday activities with the amount removed from it).

The chemical sector provides many of the materials and technologies needed to help these areas, but it urgently needs highly skilled staff to understand these complex fields.

Forward-looking chemical businesses are already beginning to tackle climate change, so just think. You could work with other young people and influencers to inspire future generations.

However, remember it’s not all lab coats!

Alongside scientists, the chemical sector also needs skills in:

• data analysis,
• new technologies,
• health and safety,
• leadership,
• HR and change management,
• engineering,
• design and artworking,
• research and development… and much more!

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featured  employer 

The chemical sector offers diverse opportunities with leading employers ranging from global corporations to innovative start-ups. Explore our featured employers to learn about the key players in the industry and the contribution they make to our world.
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Position your brand at the forefront of the industry by becoming a featured employer on our careers website. This exclusive opportunity allows you to showcase your company to thousands of job seekers who are actively exploring opportunities in your sector. As a featured employer, you'll not only enhance your brand visibility but also attract top talent eager to join a forward-thinking organisation like yours.

Enjoy the benefits of prime placement on our platform, where your brand story, values, and job openings will be highlighted to a targeted audience. Stand out from the competition, connect with qualified candidates, and build your team with the best and brightest professionals in your industry. Don’t miss out on this chance to make a lasting impression and drive your recruitment success.

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My Career insight

Charlotte Wilson
Laboratory Technician
I am so proud to work in the chemical sector because it’s the forefront of innovation and problem solving. The materials and solutions we work on are helping people everyday from improving quality of life for people through the use of polymers as a metal replacement in many medical applications to helping people get around as our materials are used in both the automotive and aerospace industries. It is an incredibly rewarding industry to be a part of as it is driving positive change and shaping the future."
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