HPRtalent County Durham, England, United Kingdom
Head of Laboratory
Location: County Durham Salary: £40-45,000 + benefits + great career prospects Our client is a leading independent scientific group, providing laboratory analysis to the agriculture, food, and environmental sectors. We are excited to announce that due to significant business growth and internal progression we are supporting the company by recruiting a talented, career minded individual who is interested in developing a long-term career path. The successful candidate will play a key part in supporting the operational deliverables and ensuring the business delivers its goals. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to flourish in a fast-paced environment, with strong operational experience in a technical/scientific environment, and a willingness to achieve the objectives as a key player in this international organisation. The role:
Operational Leadership:
Oversee and refine workflows to ensure efficiency and high-quality output. Guide and mentor Study Directors and Trials Officers throughout the project lifecycle. Client Excellence:
Act as the chief liaison for clients, ensuring seamless communication and exemplary service standards. Project Mastery:
Spearhead trial scheduling and coordinate study progress, ensuring adherence to strict timelines and protocol requirements. Team Empowerment:
Develop and nurture talent within your team, providing training and support while promoting adherence to SOPs and GEP accreditation standards. Financial Stewardship:
Collaborate on financial matters, manage cash flow, track KPIs, and prepare detailed reports. The person:
Degree qualified in a Science-related field, such as Agriculture, Microbiology, or Chemistry. Strong scientific background, ideally with exposure to agricultural, crop protection, or related fields. Knowledge of IPM, EPPO guidelines, and GEP standards. Project management and organizational expertise, with proficiency in tools like MS Excel and ARM. Proven ability to lead and coordinate teams, especially within cross-functional settings. Excellent communication, influencing skills, and a collaborative, hands-on approach. Ideally, experience with agricultural and horticultural trials in crop protection, bio-stimulants, or weed management. Customer liaison and key account management experience. If you are interested in making a fantastic career move, please apply by submitting your CV to sinead.farrell@hprtalent.com Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Science, Management, and Production Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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Location: County Durham Salary: £40-45,000 + benefits + great career prospects Our client is a leading independent scientific group, providing laboratory analysis to the agriculture, food, and environmental sectors. We are excited to announce that due to significant business growth and internal progression we are supporting the company by recruiting a talented, career minded individual who is interested in developing a long-term career path. The successful candidate will play a key part in supporting the operational deliverables and ensuring the business delivers its goals. This is a great opportunity for someone who wants to flourish in a fast-paced environment, with strong operational experience in a technical/scientific environment, and a willingness to achieve the objectives as a key player in this international organisation. The role:
Operational Leadership:
Oversee and refine workflows to ensure efficiency and high-quality output. Guide and mentor Study Directors and Trials Officers throughout the project lifecycle. Client Excellence:
Act as the chief liaison for clients, ensuring seamless communication and exemplary service standards. Project Mastery:
Spearhead trial scheduling and coordinate study progress, ensuring adherence to strict timelines and protocol requirements. Team Empowerment:
Develop and nurture talent within your team, providing training and support while promoting adherence to SOPs and GEP accreditation standards. Financial Stewardship:
Collaborate on financial matters, manage cash flow, track KPIs, and prepare detailed reports. The person:
Degree qualified in a Science-related field, such as Agriculture, Microbiology, or Chemistry. Strong scientific background, ideally with exposure to agricultural, crop protection, or related fields. Knowledge of IPM, EPPO guidelines, and GEP standards. Project management and organizational expertise, with proficiency in tools like MS Excel and ARM. Proven ability to lead and coordinate teams, especially within cross-functional settings. Excellent communication, influencing skills, and a collaborative, hands-on approach. Ideally, experience with agricultural and horticultural trials in crop protection, bio-stimulants, or weed management. Customer liaison and key account management experience. If you are interested in making a fantastic career move, please apply by submitting your CV to sinead.farrell@hprtalent.com Seniority level
Not Applicable Employment type
Full-time Job function
Science, Management, and Production Agricultural Chemical Manufacturing and Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
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