Analytical Chemist

UNAVAILABLE; West Bromwich; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services firm is seeking an Analytical Chemist in West Bromwich to support laboratory operations, perform tests on precious metals, maintain safety compliance, and work with innovative analytical techniques. The role requires a Chemistry degree, strong analytical skills, and a proactive approach. This full-time position offers opportunities for growth in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Chemistry degree is required and/or relevant experience.
• Experience in analytical chemistry techniques, particularly Fire Assay and ICP-OES.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare samples to test for total precious metal content.
• Test the purity of Silver in refined bars.
• Perform air quality tests for silver and Lead.

Skills

Analytical chemistry techniques

Fire Assay

ICP-OES

Problem-solving skills

Attention to detail

Health and safety knowledge

Education

Chemistry degree

Job description

Overview

JOB DESCRIPTION – Analytical Chemist

Reporting to: Laboratory Manager

Department: Lab – StoneX Metals

Location: West Bromwich

Contract: Full Time

The Company

StoneX is a financial services company, headquarted in New York, with a large presence in London. The Company operates in six key areas: commercial, hedging, global payments, securities, physical commodities, foreign exchange and clearing and execution services.

Connecting clients to markets – and talent to opportunity.With 4,500+ employees and over 300,000 commercial, institutional, payments, and retail clients, we operate from more than 70 offices spread across six continents. As a Fortune 100, Nasdaq-listed provider, we connect clients to the global markets – focusing on innovation, human connection, and providing world‑class products and services to all types of investors.Whether you want to forge a career connecting our retail clients to potential trading opportunities, or ingrain yourself in the world of institutional investing, StoneX Group is made up of four business segments that offer endless potential for progression and growth.

StoneX has acquired a precious metals processing company in West Bromwich which specialises in the recovery and recycling of precious metals, with expertise in extracting silver, gold, platinum and palladium from various materials including photographic, electronics and industrial waste. The integration of the two companies will add refining capabilities to the StoneX Global Metals business and create opportunities for us to offer multiple products across the market.

The purpose of the role is to support the Laboratory Manager with the day‑to‑day running of the laboratory, including the sampling and analysis of materials for precious metal content. The Analytical Chemist will also provide cover for the Laboratory Manager when needed and ensure compliance with HSE and environmental standards.

• Work closely with the Laboratory Manager to ensure smooth laboratory operation
• Support continuous improvement initiatives in the lab
• Help develop new methods and strategies to improve analytical accuracy and efficiency
• Collaborate with the Refinery Manager and SHE Manage to optimise safety and environmental compliance
• Assist in maintaining and updating safety procedures and documentation

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Preparation of unknown samples to test the total precious metal (TPM) content within that sample including all types of material including metallic, powders and solutions using Fire Assay and chemical dissolution techniques followed by ICP‑OES. Report results on the internal computer system.
• Test the purity of Silver in crystal and refined Silver bars ensuring they all meet the minimum criteria of 99.9% for acceptance using ICP‑OES.
• Perform air quality tests for silver and Lead around the site of JBR to ensure we are compliant with HSE regulation reporting all results to SHE manager to act on accordingly.
• Perform surface quality test for silver and lead around JBR to ensure company is compliant with HSE regulations and ensure safety of employee reporting all results to SHE manager to act accordingly.
• Test samples from the Refinery to help monitor cell performance (e.g., silver concentration, acidity) and report results.
• Calibration and checking of equipment used in Laboratory area to ensure it is working at optimum efficiency and within parameters. Reporting any issues to the Laboratory Manager.
• Updating and constant checking of SSOW and Risk assessment to ensure all procedures in the laboratory are safe.
• Ensure laboratory is clean and tidy ensuring hazards are resolved as efficiently as possible.
• Ordering and maintaining stock and resources.
• Environmental and 14001 awareness and responsibilities are followed as specified at induction:
• Management of spills
• Reporting of environmental breaks of permit
• Fugitive emissions.
• Health & Safety within the workplace, ensuring all Health and Safety procedures are adhered to, and correct PPR/RPE is worn at all times.
• To be a site First Aider

QUALIFICATIONS

• Chemistry degree is required and/or relevant experience
• Experience in analytical chemistry techniques, particularly Fire Assay and ICP‑OES
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations, with willingness to promote best practices
• Experience working in a laboratory or chemical analysis environment
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Excellent problem‑solving skills and initiative
• Flexible, reliable, and proactive approach to work
• Willingness to train and develop across various laboratory disciplines
• First Aid certification (desirable)