Chemicals Recruitment

We connect you with the people that turn ideas into reality

The chemical industry is key to creating a sustainable, net-zero future, helping to close the loop on waste and emissions. To make this happen, finding the best talent is crucial—people who can rethink processes, embrace new technologies, and drive real innovation.

With a growing focus on greener production, sustainable supply chains, and smarter distribution, the chemicals sector is evolving fast. These changes are shifting strategies, reshaping teams, and transforming products.

How we support in Chemicals

Speciality/Bio Chemicals Hiring

The chemical industry is shifting towards sustainable, eco-friendly products and processes, making speciality chemicals an exciting and forward-thinking sector. With global growth and new opportunities, it’s becoming a top choice for both seasoned professionals and graduates.

At Eleven, we connect this dynamic market with the next generation of talent, filling leadership, technical, and commercial roles.

Lubricants Recruitment Services

Lubricants play a critical role in reducing friction, improving efficiency, and extending the lifespan of machinery across various industries.

At Eleven, we specialise in recruiting top talent for lubricant manufacturers, suppliers, and developers, connecting them with experts in technical, commercial, and leadership roles to drive innovation and growth.

Chemicals Roles Recruited

Chemicals Leadership Roles

We find the management team and leaders who will enhance your business across:  

  • C-Suite / Executive
  • Director & VP  
  • Senior Management

Chemicals Technical Roles

Our specialist chemicals sector teams source experts in their field across the following roles:  

  • Engineering
  • Scientific
  • Manufacturing

Chemicals Commercial Roles

We hire industry expertise within the following commercial disciplines:

  • Sales and Business Development
  • Marketing and Product Management
  • Procurement, Regulatory and Compliance

Develop Your Team

Connect with innovative professionals to drive your company's growth and sustainability initiatives in specialty chemicals and lubricants.

Active jobs

Senior Process Safety Specialist

Cheshire
Cheshire
£60000 per annum
I am looking to recruit a Process Safety specialist for a client who is looking to establish a foothold in the North of England. They are already working across the UK, Europe, and further afield, but have highlighted the North as a growth area.   Very

Technical Director

Manchester
Cheshire
£90000 - £100000 per annum, Benefits: As expected
Principal Process Safety/Technical Director  – Onshore (UK) We’re seeking a Senior Process Safety lead  to support our onshore energy and industrial clients through the delivery of high-quality safety assessments and risk management solutions.

Senior Technical Safety Consultant

Aberdeenshire
Aberdeen City
£65000 - £75000 per annum, Benefits: Very competitive
Senior Technical Safety Consultant  I'm looking for an experienced Technical Safety Consultant to join an well known and established business You’ll support the offshore and wider energy industry by delivering risk assessments, safety case

Finance Director - chemicals start up

Middlesbrough
Teeside
£100000 - £150000 per annum, Benefits: Benefits, Equity
Finance Director – chemicals start up Location: Middlesbrough – on site Type: Permanent | Full-Time | £100-150K plus bens / equity   Eleven have been retained by a Sustainable Chemicals start-up to find them a Finance Director to facilitate

Commercial Director

United Kingdom
United Kingdom
£100000 - £150000 per annum, Benefits: 20-30% bonus, equity, benefits
Commercial Director (hybrid / remote) Location: Flexible within the UK Position: Full Time Remuneration: £100-150K DOE plus bonus, equity, benefits Eleven have been retained to find a seasoned Commercial Director to lead the Commercial Strategy

Managing Director - chemicals start up

Middlesbrough
Teeside
£150000 - £200000 per annum, Benefits: Benefits, Shares / Equity
Managing Director - Chemicals Start up Location: Middlesbrough - on site Position: Full Time Remuneration: Competitive Salary, plus equity and benefits Eleven have been retained by a Sustainable Chemicals start-up / scale up, who are looking for

Principal Process Safety Consultant

Cheshire
Cheshire
£65000 - £80000 per annum, Benefits: Exceptional
In the words of Fabrizio Romano... 'HERE WE GO' I looking to speak withe experienced Process Safety Engineers to work for a huge business who are looking to add value to their business  With multiple sites, projects and industry sectors this role

Design Engineer - Advanced Steel

Stafford
Staffordshire
£35000 - £45000 per annum, Benefits: Bonus, Pension, Holidays
Design Engineer - Advanced Steel Structural Design Engineer – Industrial Steelwork Location: Stafford, Staffordshire Salary: Up to £45,000 + bonus + benefits Type: Permanent, Full-Time Eleven have been retained by a growing Engineering