Analytical Lab Analyst

Imperial Brands; Liverpool; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

Imperial Brands seeks a meticulous Analytical Lab Analyst for its innovative laboratory team. This role involves driving analytical excellence and ensuring compliance with GxP standards, while also mentoring junior analysts and tackling technical challenges. Positioned within a dynamic FMCG environment, the analyst will work collaboratively to enhance lab operations and support groundbreaking initiatives.

Benefits

Comprehensive salary package

Bonus scheme

Growth and learning opportunities

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience with advanced analytical techniques (HPLC, GC).
• Compliance-driven mindset with knowledge of GxP and regulatory standards.
• Strong communication and report writing skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine and non-routine testing while ensuring compliance.
• Manage projects, including documentation and reporting.
• Support junior analysts and improve lab operations.

Skills

HPLC

GC

Pharmacopeia analysis

Report writing

Statistical analysis

Health & Safety compliance

Job description

The Role

Are you ready to make your mark in a world-leading FMCG company that thrives on innovation, collaboration, and excellence? Imperial Brands is looking for a passionate and meticulous Analytical Lab Analyst to become a key player in our cutting-edge laboratory team. Supported by over 25,000 dedicated colleagues worldwide, you’ll be at the forefront of ensuring scientific integrity and analytical excellence. If you're driven by precision, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are eager to support groundbreaking work in a global setting—this is your opportunity to shine!

Principle Accountabilities

1. Drive Analytical Excellence: Perform both routine and non-routine testing with precision and speed, ensuring full compliance with GxP, GLP, and regulatory standards.
2. Lead Innovation & Problem Solving: Tackle technical challenges, contribute to root cause analysis, and support development and validation of analytical methods.
3. Own Your Projects: Manage projects from start to finish, organize, execute, and report progress regularly with detailed documentation.
4. Champion Quality & Compliance: Produce and manage lab documents including SOPs, validation records, and reports aligned with ICH guidelines.
5. Collaborate & Communicate: Build cross-functional relationships to support lab needs across the business.
6. Mentor & Evolve: Support junior analysts, validate new equipment, and improve lab operations and stock management.

Skills and Experience Required

1. Expert in Advanced Techniques: Hands-on experience with HPLC, GC, and Pharmacopeia analysis.
2. Compliance-Driven Mindset: Implement procedures aligned with GxP and regulatory standards.
3. Exceptional Communicator: Convey complex technical insights clearly in writing and verbally.
4. Analytical Powerhouse: Technical acumen with strong report writing and statistical analysis skills.
5. Decisive & Deadline-Focused: Make confident decisions under pressure and meet deadlines.
6. Health & Safety Advocate: Maintain lab safety, up-to-date COSHH, PUWER, and risk assessments, ensuring a safe working environment.

What We Offer

In return, you will receive a comprehensive package including salary, bonus scheme, and additional benefits. You will have opportunities to grow, learn, innovate, and contribute to our purpose of creating a healthier future for consumers.

Everyone Belongs

Imperial values inclusivity. We welcome applicants of all ages, genders, ethnicities, disabilities, sexual orientations, religions, and neurodivergences. Please contact us at [e-mail] for support with your application or interview process.

About Us

We are a global FMCG leader operating in 120 markets with 25,000 employees. Our culture is driven by a challenger mindset, innovation, agility, and collaboration. We support diversity and inclusion and are committed to creating an environment that celebrates differences.

As a policy, Imperial Tobacco or its subsidiaries do not request or require payment during recruitment.