Junior Development Chemist (Personal Care/Household Products)Site-based Monday to Friday£30,000 - £35,000 + Bonus, Pension, Life Insurance & 25 days holiday (plus bank holidays) St AlbansThe opportunity:Our client, a high-growth FMCG leader within the personal care/household space, is seeking to recruit a Development Chemist to join their dynamic team. As a Junior Development Chemist, you'll play a pivotal role in formulating innovative products, driving continuous improvement initiatives, staying at the forefront of industry trends, and ensuring product excellence from concept to consumer.What will my accountabilities be?Deliver continuous formulation improvement across our client’s diverse product base.Prioritize and delegate multiple improvement project tasks to the wider team of R&D chemists.Develop formulation breakdowns, specifications, and methods of manufacture for new formulations.Reformulate existing formulations to address stability and regulatory issues, ensuring products meet quality and compliance standards.Identify new raw materials and ingredients, analyze samples to confirm they meet our clients' stringent ethical, sustainability, and quality standards.A great candidate will have:Degree, Masters, or PhD in chemistry/chemical engineering.Ideally experience in formulating cosmetics, skincare, or household products.....but our client would also consider a recent graduate with a relevant degree.A strong passion for green chemistry and sustainable products.Any knowledge of industry regulations and standards.A problem solver with strong organizational skills and clear communication.The Process?