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Exciting Opportunity: Formulation & Application Specialist Are you a hands‑on formulation scientist who enjoys seeing products progress from concept through to manufacture? This organisation is seeking a Formulation & Application Specialist to join its R&D function, playing a key role in the development and scale‑up of technically robust, high‑performing products. Job Title: Formulation & Application Specialist Vacancy Type: Permanent Location: Halifax - West Yorkshire Salary: DOE About the Organisation You'll be joining an established, innovation‑driven organisation operating within the healthcare and regulated consumer products space. The business develops and manufactures specialist products used globally, with a strong emphasis on quality, efficacy, and regulatory compliance. Within the organisation, the Product Development function sits at the heart of innovation. The team works cross‑functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, regulatory, clinical and commercial teams to translate product concepts into reliable, scalable solutions that meet both customer needs and regulatory expectations. This is a highly collaborative environment, ideal for someone who values technical ownership and real‑world application of formulation science. The Role of the Formulation & Application Specialist In this role, you will be responsible for progressing new formulations from early‑stage concepts through development and toward manufacturing readiness. You'll apply scientific judgement, structured experimentation, and practical problem‑solving to ensure formulations are effective, stable, and fit for purpose. Experience with product development is highly desirable. Key responsibilities include: • Designing and developing new formulations based on briefs or target product profiles, • Translating performance requirements into practical formulation strategies, • Selecting suitable raw materials, ingredients, and technologies, • Preparing and evaluating laboratory prototypes for feasibility, stability, and performance, • Creating clear formulation development plans and progressing work through iterative design cycles, • Conducting application testing, informal stability studies, benchmarking, and compatibility assessments, • Troubleshooting formulation issues to improve performance, robustness, and manufacturability, • Using experimental data to guide formulation decisions and assess risk, • Supporting scale‑up activities, considering processing requirements and manufacturing constraints, • Maintaining clear laboratory records, formulation histories, and technical documentation, • Providing regular technical updates to stakeholders and supporting project planning activities The Ideal Candidate for the Formulation & Application Specialist Role To succeed in this role, you will bring: • A BSc (or higher) in chemistry, life sciences, or a closely related subject, • Recent Practical experience in formulation development and product development within a regulated environment, • Recent experience assessing application performance of consumable or applied products, • Strong problem‑solving skills and a methodical, data‑driven approach, • Excellent organisation, time‑management, and communication skills, • The ability to work collaboratively across R&D, manufacturing, commercial and regulatory teams Desirable experience includes: • Knowledge of regulated product areas such as BPR, MDR, or cosmetics, • Experience generating technical documentation to support product claims, registrations, and QMS requirements, • Involvement in successful product development from concept through scale‑up and launch Why This Role? This is a great opportunity for a formulation professional who wants real ownership of product development activities and the chance to see their work translated into manufactured products used in real‑world settings. The role offers technical breadth, cross‑functional exposure, and the ability to influence product performance from the earliest stages of development. SRG are the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the science, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, renewable, biotech, chemicals and medical devices sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and passion are second to none. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent opportunities across all levels. If this role isn't quite right for you, feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.

Assistant Buyer Justmylook | Exclusive Recruitment Partner: Better Placed Recruitment Location : Cleckheaton – Full time position, 5 days a week in the office. Salary : £26,400 Are you looking to kickstart your career in buying with one of the UK’s most exciting beauty retailers? Justmylook is one of the UK’s fastest-growing names in online beauty. From salon-exclusive haircare to trending cosmetics, they’ve built a loyal customer base of hundreds of thousands by delivering innovative, in-demand products straight to consumers’ doors. With ambitious growth plans and a fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture, Justmylook is quickly becoming a major player in the beauty e-commerce space. As the business continues to scale at pace, they are now looking to bring in an Assistant Buyer to support the team and play a key role in driving product performance across the site. The Role This is a fantastic opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a dynamic buying function. You’ll work closely with the wider team, supporting day-to-day operations while developing a strong foundation in buying. Key responsibilities include: • Chasing overdue orders, managing back orders and liaising with the warehouse on delivery schedules, • Maintaining stock files and setting up new product codes on internal systems, • Uploading products to the website outlet as required, • Compiling KPI spreadsheets to track and analyse business performance, • Supporting with staff timesheets and wider administrative duties, • Providing ad hoc support across teams, offering exposure beyond traditional buying responsibilities About You • Highly organised with the ability to work efficiently in a fast-paced environment, • Strong numerical and analytical skills, • Excellent written and communication skills, with a keen eye for detail, • A genuine passion for the beauty industry, • Flexible, proactive and eager to learn Why Join Justmylook? This is more than just an entry-level role - it’s a genuine career opportunity. With the business growing at an impressive rate, there is clear scope to develop and build a long-term career within buying. You’ll be joining a collaborative, ambitious team where personal development is actively encouraged. About Better Placed Better Placed are proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner for Justmylook on this appointment. We are working closely with the business to identify ambitious, high-potential talent who are ready to grow with them and make a real impact. Due to the high volume of interest, individual feedback may not always be possible, but every application will be carefully considered. All direct approaches to Justmylook will be redirected to Better Placed for review and will not be reviewed by Justmylook directly. Only applications submitted via Better Placed Recruitment will be considered.

Junior Buyer Justmylook | Exclusive Recruitment Partner: Better Placed Location – Cleckheaton – office based 5 days a week! Must be able to drive. Ready to take the next step in your buying career with one of the UK’s fastest-growing beauty retailers? Justmylook isn’t just growing – they’re thriving. Since launching in 2015, they’ve become one of the UK’s leading online beauty destinations, delivering salon-quality haircare, trending cosmetics and must-have beauty brands directly to hundreds of thousands of loyal customers across the UK. What sets them apart? A fast-paced, entrepreneurial culture combined with genuine family-run values and a shared passion for beauty. This is a business where ideas are welcomed, initiative is rewarded, and individuals are encouraged to make a real impact. With ambitious growth plans and continued investment across the business, there’s never been a more exciting time to join the Justmylook journey. They are now looking for a Junior Buyer to join their growing commercial team and play a key role in managing supplier relationships, stock levels and product performance across the Justmylook portfolio. The Role This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded and highly organised buying professional who thrives in a fast-paced retail environment. Working closely with the Head of Commercial, you’ll support the management of key beauty brands while helping to ensure stock availability, supplier performance and commercial opportunities are maximised. Key responsibilities include: • Managing and buying across a selection of brands within the Justmylook portfolio, • Raising and managing purchase orders in line with the buying cycle, • Chasing overdue orders and communicating delivery updates with the warehouse team, • Monitoring sales spikes and stock performance to ensure customer demand is met, • Reviewing stock levels against sales data and making commercially relevant recommendations, • Negotiating promotions and offers with suppliers to support trading activity, • Maintaining accurate stock files and creating new product codes within the system, • Supporting wider business functions with ad hoc commercial and operational tasks where required About You • Previous experience within a buying or purchasing role, ideally within beauty, • Highly numerate with strong analytical and commercial awareness, • Excellent organisation skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines, • Strong communication skills with high attention to detail, • Confident working within a fast-paced and dynamic environment, • A proactive and flexible approach with a willingness to support across the wider business, • Genuine passion and interest in the beauty industry, • Strong written communication skills, with the ability to produce accurate and professional written content Why Join Justmylook? This is more than just a buying role – it’s an opportunity to develop your career within a business experiencing exceptional growth. You’ll join a collaborative and ambitious team where your ideas and contributions are genuinely valued, and where there is real opportunity for progression and development as the business continues to scale. If you’re commercially driven, passionate about beauty and looking for a role where you can make a real impact, this could be the perfect next step. About Better Placed Better Placed are proud to be the exclusive recruitment partner for Justmylook on this appointment. We are working closely with the business to identify ambitious, commercially minded talent who are excited to be part of their continued growth journey. Due to the high volume of interest, individual feedback may not always be possible, but every application will be carefully considered. All direct approaches to Justmylook will be redirected to Better Placed for review and will not be reviewed by Justmylook directly. Only applications submitted via Better Placed Recruitment will be considered.

Job Description: Site Maintenance Engineer – Multi-Skilled Location: Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire (BD19) Job Type: Permanent Salary: £40,000 – £45,000 plus 10% Shift Allowance Hours: 40 hours per week (Site Based) Shift Pattern: Rotating Shifts – 6:00am–2:00pm / 2:00pm–10:00pm We are currently recruiting for an experienced Site Maintenance Engineer to join a busy manufacturing and production environment in Cleckheaton. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands-on engineer with strong mechanical and electrical maintenance experience who enjoys working in a fast-paced production environment and supporting continuous improvement projects. The successful candidate will play a key role in ensuring maximum equipment reliability, minimising downtime, supporting production operations, and assisting with the installation and commissioning of new machinery and equipment across the site. Key Responsibilities • Carry out planned preventive maintenance (PPM) and reactive maintenance across manufacturing and production equipment., • Diagnose and repair faults on electrical, mechanical, pneumatic, hydraulic and control systems., • Support installation, commissioning and integration of new production and packaging machinery., • Carry out machine refurbishments, upgrades and modifications to improve reliability and efficiency., • Respond quickly to breakdowns to minimise production downtime and restore operations safely., • Deliver TPM activities and continuous improvement initiatives across production areas., • Support engineering projects including machinery layout improvements and process optimisation., • Maintain boilers, compressors, chillers, pumps and other site plant equipment., • Ensure all engineering works are completed in line with health & safety standards and permit systems., • Maintain accurate engineering documentation, maintenance records and compliance checks., • Liaise effectively with Production, Quality and Engineering teams to support operational targets., • Supervise contractors and ensure all external works are completed safely and to required standards., • Provide occasional out-of-hours engineering support when required. Requirements • Time-served Maintenance Engineer or equivalent engineering experience., • Strong mechanical and electrical maintenance background within manufacturing, FMCG or production environments., • Experience fault-finding on automated production machinery and control systems., • Good understanding of pneumatic, hydraulic and mechanical systems., • Experience working on plant equipment including boilers, compressors and chillers., • Previous involvement in machinery installation, upgrades and commissioning projects., • Knowledge of TPM and continuous improvement activities., • Ability to work independently and as part of a team in a fast-paced environment., • Excellent problem-solving and communication skills., • Flexible, proactive and safety conscious approach to engineering activities. Desirable Experience • Experience with mixing vessels and process equipment., • Experience working on filling, labelling, packaging or tube filling machinery., • FMCG, cosmetics, food or pharmaceutical manufacturing experience. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a growing manufacturing environment where you can contribute to both daily engineering operations and exciting site improvement projects while developing your engineering career within a supportive team environment

Exciting Opportunity: Formulation & Application Specialist Are you a hands‑on formulation scientist who enjoys seeing products progress from concept through to manufacture? This organisation is seeking a Formulation & Application Specialist to join its R&D function, playing a key role in the development and scale‑up of technically robust, high‑performing products. Job Title: Formulation & Application Specialist Vacancy Type: Permanent Location: Halifax - West Yorkshire Salary: DOE About the Organisation You'll be joining an established, innovation‑driven organisation operating within the healthcare and regulated consumer products space. The business develops and manufactures specialist products used globally, with a strong emphasis on quality, efficacy, and regulatory compliance. Within the organisation, the Product Development function sits at the heart of innovation. The team works cross‑functionally with manufacturing, supply chain, regulatory, clinical and commercial teams to translate product concepts into reliable, scalable solutions that meet both customer needs and regulatory expectations. This is a highly collaborative environment, ideal for someone who values technical ownership and real‑world application of formulation science. The Role of the Formulation & Application Specialist In this role, you will be responsible for progressing new formulations from early‑stage concepts through development and toward manufacturing readiness. You'll apply scientific judgement, structured experimentation, and practical problem‑solving to ensure formulations are effective, stable, and fit for purpose. Experience with product development is highly desirable. Key responsibilities include: Designing and developing new formulations based on briefs or target product profiles Translating performance requirements into practical formulation strategies Selecting suitable raw materials, ingredients, and technologies Preparing and evaluating laboratory prototypes for feasibility, stability, and performance Creating clear formulation development plans and progressing work through iterative design cycles Conducting application testing, informal stability studies, benchmarking, and compatibility assessments Troubleshooting formulation issues to improve performance, robustness, and manufacturability Using experimental data to guide formulation decisions and assess risk Supporting scale‑up activities, considering processing requirements and manufacturing constraints Maintaining clear laboratory records, formulation histories, and technical documentation Providing regular technical updates to stakeholders and supporting project planning activities The Ideal Candidate for the Formulation & Application Specialist Role To succeed in this role, you will bring: A BSc (or higher) in chemistry, life sciences, or a closely related subject Recent Practical experience in formulation development and product development within a regulated environment Recent experience assessing application performance of consumable or applied products Strong problem‑solving skills and a methodical, data‑driven approach Excellent organisation, time‑management, and communication skills The ability to work collaboratively across R&D, manufacturing, commercial and regulatory teamsDesirable experience includes: Knowledge of regulated product areas such as BPR, MDR, or cosmetics Experience generating technical documentation to support product claims, registrations, and QMS requirements Involvement in successful product development from concept through scale‑up and launch Why This Role? This is a great opportunity for a formulation professional who wants real ownership of product development activities and the chance to see their work translated into manufactured products used in real‑world settings. The role offers technical breadth, cross‑functional exposure, and the ability to influence product performance from the earliest stages of development. SRG are the UK's number one recruitment company specialising in the science, engineering, clinical, pharmaceutical, food/FMCG, renewable, biotech, chemicals and medical devices sectors. As scientists ourselves, our specialist sector knowledge and passion are second to none. We're committed to providing outstanding temporary, contract and permanent opportunities across all levels. If this role isn't quite right for you, feel free to get in touch or visit (url removed) to view our other vacancies. Guidant, Carbon60, Lorien & SRG - The Impellam Group Portfolio are acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy

You're a cosmetic development chemist, but what do you value at work? Want to learn from some of the industries leading chemists? Want a development plan that will take you through to senior chemist and beyond? Do you want to take on the accountability for leading your own projects, liaising with clients at world class brands and working seamlessly within a team where everyone relies on each other? Step right this way... What you will need: * Specific post graduate experience as a cosmetic / personal care industry formulator, this is a must * Have a strong work ethic, teamworking and communication skills * Have a science degree in Chemistry / Cosmetic Science or a related field What you will do: * Be a key technical contact with clients on behalf of the business, which means you'll be communicating in a professional manner via email, face to face, ms teams and phone. * Manage lots of projects across various accounts simultaneously, so you'll need to be super organised and punctual with strong attention to detail. * Formulate and develop cosmetic formulations according to client briefs, so using your knowledge of science wizardry to come up with funky formulas that keeps the client happy and coming back for more * Back up the commercial team with your science and technical know how at face to face meetings * Keep up to date with all stability and batch associated paperwork, ensuring the clients are kept informed throughout the project * Build mutually sound relationships with suppliers, keeping up to date with trends and innovations. * Attend seminars, workshops, tradeshows and events to stay at the forefront of cosmetic science innovation and develop your own knowledge of the wider industry

BENEFIT COSMETICS is looking for a Full-time Counter Manager in Greater London to lead the team at Boots, Brent Cross Shopping Centre.

Benefit is Glowing… We Mean Growing… and we are currently searching for a Full‑time Maternity Cover Counter Manager to make real connections in John Lewis Bluewater.As a Counter Manager, you'll be instrumental in achieving sales targets and creating exceptional customer experiences.As a Counte

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Benefit Cosmetics UK is seeking a Counter Manager in Greater London.

Part-time 15-hour Brow and Beauty Expert to make real connections in Selfridges, Trafford!.As a Brow and Beauty Expert, you'll be instrumental in achieving sales targets and creating exceptional customer experiences.Sales Goals & Targets: Consistently achieve individual retail sales goals, as agreed

We use video interview as part of our recruitment process, but if you have additional needs that requires some flexibility, please contact careersatbenefit@benefitcosmetics.

A leading cosmetics brand is seeking a Part-time Counter Manager in Greater London.

Harrison Scott Associates is seeking a Packaging Technologist in the UK for a luxury cosmetics brand.

We use video interview as part of our recruitment process, but if you have additional needs that require some flexibility, please contact careersatbenefit@benefitcosmetics.

ECLAT COSMETICS LTD is seeking a Product Development Assistant to support the development of innovative skincare products.

Full-time Counter Manager to make real connections in Selfridges Trafford.As a Counter Manager, you'll be instrumental in achieving sales targets and creating exceptional customer experiences.Sales Management: Lead and motivate Brow and Beauty Experts to hit and exceed sales goals, ensuring high ser

Our client is a disruptor in the online beauty space – a hugely recognised and innovative brand! Due to their continued growth and success, they are now looking for an experienced Customer Insight Analyst to join their London team.Provide regular reporting of key trading events and promotion.Flag

A leading beauty company in Greater London seeks a passionate Sales Consultant to enhance customer experiences and foster relationships.The role requires a proven sales track record and a love for beauty.Benefits include a competitive salary, 50% employee discount on products, generous leave policie

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At least 5 years experience in B2B retail sales (commercial) in selective cosmetics industry and professional channel in selective cosmetics industry. Working in the Business Developement team, this role will be responsible for the execution of the CVL Cosmetics South Middle Europe SL plan for Area

As a Brow and Beauty Expert, you will help achieve sales targets while delivering exceptional customer experiences.Consistently achieve individual retail sales goals, as agreed with the counter manager.Provide waxing, tinting and tweezing services to ensure customer satisfaction and generate service

Proven retail experience preferably within cosmetics.

Benefit is Glowing… We Mean Growing… and we are currently searching for a Full‑time Counter Manager to make real connections in Carnaby Street.As a Counter Manager, you'll be instrumental in achieving sales targets and creating exceptional customer experiences.Sales Management: Lead and motiva

Benefit Cosmetics UK in Spitalfields is looking for a Full-time Counter Manager to lead a team of Brow and Beauty Experts.

Benefit Cosmetics is seeking a Full-time, Fixed Term Counter Manager in Leeds, Thorpe Park.

Harrison Scott Associates is recruiting a Luxury Packaging Business Development Manager for the Beauty & Cosmetics sector in the UK.

A leading cosmetics brand in the United Kingdom is seeking a part-time Brow and Beauty Expert to focus on achieving sales targets while delivering exceptional customer experiences.

A luxury beauty brand is seeking a full-time Retail Artist to work at Selfridges, London.The successful candidate will act as a brand ambassador, build a client-based business, and exceed sales goals.Exceptional makeup artistry skills and a passion for beauty are required.You will gain valuable expe

A leading cosmetics brand is looking for a Full-time Counter Manager in Greater London.

The position requires strong experience in cosmetics, a solid understanding of cosmetic science, and high laboratory standards.

BENEFIT COSMETICS is seeking a Full-time Counter Manager in Spitalfields, Greater London.

The company’s products are sold in approximately 150 countries and territories under brand names including: Estée Lauder, Aramis, Clinique, Lab Series, Origins, M·A·C, La Mer, Bobbi Brown Cosmetics, Aveda, Jo Malone London, Bumble and bumble, Darphin Paris, TOM FORD, Smashbox, AERIN Beauty, Le

A leading cosmetics company is seeking a Brow and Beauty Expert for a part-time role in England.

LVMH Perfumes & Cosmetics is seeking an HR Controller in London to oversee HR budgets and data analysis.

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Benefit is Glowing… We Mean Growing… and we are currently searching for a Part‑time ,22.Counter Manager to make real connections in Boots Wakefield.As a Counter Manager, you'll be instrumental in achieving sales targets and creating exceptional customer experiences.As a Counter Manager, your m

A leading cosmetics brand in the United Kingdom is seeking a full-time Counter Manager to join their team in Boots, Marble Arch.

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CMI mission is to drive Consumer Centricity, putting insight at the heart of business decision planning by providing thought leadership and analytics on consumers, shoppers and competitors.Lead the consumer intelligence strategy for one of our beauty categories (Skin care, Make up, Hair care, Fragra

Hourglass Cosmetics is a vegan and cruelty‑free beauty brand, redefining luxury cosmetics with high‑performance products, innovative formulas, and award‑winning franchises. HOURGLASS COSMETICS – Retail Artist (Full Time (5 Days/40 Hours)) – Selfridges Oxford Street. Discover more about the

Ideal candidates will have proven retail experience, particularly within cosmetics, and a strong track record in coaching and mentoring others.

Ideal candidates will have proven leadership experience in manufacturing and a strong background in the cosmetics or FMCG sectors.

A leading beauty brand is seeking a Part-time Brow and Beauty Expert in the United Kingdom to connect with customers and achieve sales targets.Role involves performing brow services, collaborating with team members, and maintaining brand standards.Ideal candidates are dynamic, sales-driven, and poss

A leading retail company is looking for a Sales Assistant to join their NEW STORE in Kilmarnock.The role involves serving customers with enthusiasm, maintaining store presentation, and contributing to sales targets.Ideal candidates should have a positive attitude, excellent communication skills, and

A leading beauty brand is currently seeking a part-time (30-hour) Maternity Cover Brow and Beauty Expert in Leeds, West Yorkshire.This role focuses on achieving sales targets and delivering exceptional customer experiences through brow services and product demonstrations.Ideal candidates are dynamic

A dynamic cosmetics company is looking for a Management Accountant to lead and inspire retail teams in achieving national sales targets.

Harmonic Finance are delighted to be working on a retained basis with one of the UK’s fastest-growing cosmetics businesses in their search for a commercially astute and ambitious CFO. Background in Cosmetics, Personal Care, or adjacent sectors (e.