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Innovation Chemist (AE930546)

16 May 2026

ref : PA-27640

location : Kent - United Kingdom

company : Arthur Edward

Innovation Chemist (AE930546)

Salary: £40-45,000

Are you a Formulation Chemist who thrives on product creation and innovation?

Do you enjoy working independently, across multiple product categories?

Join a forward thinking, flexible team where innovation takes centre stage. In this role, you’ll develop exciting, trend led formulations that inspire customers and showcase a diverse portfolio.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Create inspiring formulations that align with marketing plans and promotional activity
  • Present concepts, textures and prototypes at internal “show and tell” sessions
  • Collaborate with NPD specialists to develop market ready products for clients
  • Support customer projects with technical insight, troubleshooting and ingredient guidance
  • Build and maintain a comprehensive formulation and ingredient library
  • Evaluate new ingredient launches, reviewing claims and compatibility
  • Support digital tools and platforms that showcase formulations and product concepts

Candidate Requirements:

  • Strong experience in a similar formulation role
  • Broad scientific understanding with awareness of relevant regulations
  • Commercially aware, customer focused and confident in technical discussions
  • Highly self motivated, well organised and comfortable working independently

CONTACT :

If you’re enthusiastic and ready to showcase your skills, apply today! Visit www.arthuredward.com/vacancies and enter AE930546 in the search field.

Arthur Edward is a leading beauty, personal care & FMCG recruitment agency. We find top talent along the product lifecycle to innovate, launch and market bestselling cosmetic and beauty products.


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