Analytical Chemist

Cooksongold; Birmingham; On-site; GBP 28,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-established global manufacturer in Birmingham is seeking an experienced Analytical Chemist. The role involves providing accurate chemical analysis of precious metals using various methods. Ideal candidates will have a degree in Chemistry and at least a year of relevant industry experience, showcasing strong attention to detail and team spirit. In return, the company offers competitive benefits including life assurance and a generous pension scheme.

Benefits

Life Assurance up to x4 salary

Up to 34 days’ paid leave per year

Employee Assistance Programme

Interest-free loans for travel costs

Generous Pension Scheme

Qualifications

• Minimum one year’s industry experience in a similar role post qualification.
• Strong work ethic for a busy laboratory.
• Ability to maintain a clean and safe working environment.

Responsibilities

• Provide prompt and accurate chemical analysis of precious metals.
• Perform complex analysis involving Fire Assay and instrumental methods.
• Carry out precision weighing and use high temperature furnaces.

Skills

Attention to detail

Team spirit

Initiative

Computer literacy

Education

Degree in Chemistry or equivalent

Tools

Fire Assay

XRF

ICP-OES

Potentiometric Titration

Job description

Analytical Chemist
Birmingham, West Midlands

We are Cooksongold, a well-established global manufacturer of precious metal products who are part of HM Precious Metals, one of Europe’s largest refiners and processors of precious metals. We provide a range of services such as bespoke manufacturing, stampings, and precious metal scrap refining. We are a pioneering force in the additive manufacturing industry, specialising in precious metal 3D printing for the jewellery, aerospace, medical and automotive sectors.

Based in the heart of the Birmingham Jewellery Quarter, we are a friendly, well-established and growing business with 280 employees. We are highly rated by our customers – we were awarded a Feefo Trusted Platinum Service Award for 2024, as a result of our excellent customer feedback ratings as well as being awarded Jewellery Supplier of the Year at the 2025 National UK Jewellery Awards 2025. We pride ourselves on our commitment to quality, creativity and customer satisfaction and delivering innovative and personalised products that meet the unique needs of our customers.

We are currently recruiting for a highly organised Analytical Chemist with a strong attention to detail and a willingness to learn. As our Analytical Chemist, you will provide prompt and accurate chemical analysis of precious metals. You will perform complex analysis involving Fire Assay, as well as instrumental methods, such as XRF, ICP-OES and Potentiometric Titration. You will carry out precision weighing and use high temperature furnaces.

What you’ll need to bring to the show:

• A degree qualification in a Chemistry related discipline (or equivalent), and at least one year’s industry experience in a similar role (post qualification)
• Team Spirit – you’ll need to be prepared to get involved in whatever it takes to get the job done
• Strong attention to detail with the ability to also use initiative and work independently
• The ability to carefully carry out repetitive tasks requiring sustained concentration and dexterous skill
• A strong work ethic for a busy laboratory generating important data
• Maintenance of a clean and safe working environment
• General administration skills & computer literacy

What we can offer you in return:

• An excellent opportunity to build breadth of experience in your field
• Life Assurance up x4 salary
• Up to 34 days’ paid leave per year
• Employee Assistance Programme – with free access to a GP, counselling & legal advice for you and your household
• Interest free loans for travel to work costs (annual travel passes/parking permits)
• A generous Pension Scheme, employee contributions are matched by the company up to 8%

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