Graduate Technical Services Chemist - Metal Surface Treatment

Henkel AG & Co. KGaA; Hemel Hempstead; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Henkel as a Graduate Technical Services Chemist, an exciting opportunity in Technical Sales Support within the AMI General Industry Surface Treatment team. This role combines hands-on chemistry work, innovation, customer support, and thorough training in the technical aspects of the job.

Benefits

Flexible work scheme with flexible hours

Diverse growth opportunities

Health and preventive care programs

Gender-neutral parental leave

Employee Share Plan with matching shares

Performance bonus

Competitive Pension & Life Assurance

Qualifications

• Graduate with a degree in Chemistry or similar (before September 2025).
• Strong interest in metal surface treatment technologies.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform application chemistry tasks and manage laboratory space.
• Contribute to developing new chemical management systems.
• Support technical sales activities.

Skills

Interest in metal surface treatment

Organizational abilities

Multitasking

Willingness to learn

Education

Bachelor or Masters in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or other Science

Job description

Graduate Technical Services Chemist - Metal Surface Treatment

Join Henkel as a dynamic graduate trainee in the AMI General Industry Surface Treatment team for an exciting opportunity in Technical Sales Support. This role is designed for candidates eager to explore the technical, practical, and commercial aspects of the job.

Your Role

• Practical Work:

- Application chemistry tasks.

- Management of a new laboratory space.

- Stock equipment and spares management.

• Innovation and Development:

- Contribute to developing new chemical management measurement and control systems.

- Stay updated on emerging technologies in the field.

• Customer Support and Technical Sales:

- Contribute to technical sales activities.

• This role offers a unique blend of hands-on experience, exposure to cutting-edge technologies, and opportunities for professional growth. The successful candidate will receive comprehensive training in all aspects of the role.

Embark on an exciting career journey with Henkel's AMI General Industry Surface Treatment team!

Your Skills

• You should graduate (before September 2025 and no more than two years prior) with a Bachelor, Masters (or equivalent) degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering or other Science.
• Strong interest in metal surface treatment and related technologies.
• Excellent organizational and multitasking abilities.
• Willingness to learn and adapt in a dynamic work environment

Some perks of joining Henkel

• Flexible work scheme with flexible hours, hybrid and work from anywhere policies
• Diverse national and international growth opportunities
• Globally wellbeing standards with health and preventive care programs
• Gender-neutral parental leave for a minimum of 8 weeks
• Employee Share Plan with voluntary investment and Henkel matching shares
• Performance bonus / incentives
• Competitive Pension & Life Assurance - Company contributes up to 10% of basic salary

At Henkel, we come from a broad range of backgrounds, perspectives, and life experiences. We believe the uniqueness of all our employees is the power in us. Become part of the team and bring your uniqueness to us! We welcome all applications across different genders, origins, cultures, religions, sexual orientations, disabilities, and generations.

About the company

Henkel operates worldwide with leading innovations, brands and technologies in three business areas: Adhesive Technologies, Beauty Care and Laundry & Home Care.

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