Witan Search is one of the few agencies fully specialised in chemicals, lubricants, coatings, silicones, adhesives, and personal care.
Our Specialist areas are Chemicals, Specialty Chemicals, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Personal Care, Automotive Lubricants, Adhesives, Sealants, Elastomers, Coatings, Additives, Food & Beverage Industry, Chemical Manufacturing, Metalworking & Fabrication, Metalworking Fluids, and Plastics.
No, our services are completely free for candidates. We are retained by client companies to find the best talent for their needs.
Absolutely not. We maintain strict confidentiality protocols to ensure your current employment remains secure.
Our consultants will provide you with detailed information about the company and role, as well as interview preparation tips to help you make a strong impression.
After reviewing your CV, our consultants will match your qualifications with suitable opportunities. If there’s a fit, we’ll reach out to discuss the role and guide you through the recruitment process.
Specialist recruiters like Witan Search understand the technical knowledge, regulatory demands, and niche skill sets required in these industries. A generalist agency may provide volume, but we provide fit, ensuring candidates bring the expertise and culture your business needs.
We combine:
Deep industry networks
Referral pipelines
Market mapping
Confidential headhunting
Most of our placements are passive candidates not found on job boards.
The True Cost of a Mis-Hire: A Breakdown
Beyond the immediate financial cost of a mis-hire, consider the hidden expenses:
Recruitment Costs: The time and money spent on advertising, interviewing, and onboarding.
Productivity Loss: The lost output from the vacant role and the time managers spend training a new employee.
Impact on Team Morale: The negative effect on existing staff morale due to increased workload and disruption.
By leveraging our expertise, you mitigate these hidden costs and secure a professional who will contribute positively from day one.
Take a look at one of our case studies here.
Shortage of formulation chemists and chemical engineers
High demand for sustainability expertise (bio-based lubricants, green chemistry, low-VOC coatings)
Increased competition from pharmaceuticals, biotech, and advanced manufacturing
Retirement of senior experts
We help clients overcome these through targeted search campaigns.
Sector focus: chemicals, lubricants, adhesives, silicones, coatings, and personal care
Europe-wide coverage: UK, Germany, Nordics, Benelux, France, and beyond
Bespoke search: tailored assignments, not transactional recruitment
Relationship-driven: long-term partnerships, not one-off hires
Technical Sales Managers with chemistry backgrounds
Formulation Scientists in personal care
Process Engineers in lubricants and silicones
Regulatory Affairs Specialists
We solve these by headhunting and mapping passive talent pools.
Our consultants have a combined 30+ years of experience working directly in the chemical and manufacturing industries.
Rising demand for sustainability expertise
Growth in technical sales and account management
More roles in supply chain and regulatory compliance
Demand for talent who bridge science and commercial strategy
Growth is strongest in:
Multinationals in Germany, UK, Nordics, Benelux
Innovative SMEs in specialty chemicals and personal care
Companies are hiring experts in:
Low-carbon and bio-based solutions
Circular economy innovation
Green chemistry R&D
EU safety laws are increasing demand for regulatory specialists
Biotech and advanced materials are creating new formulation and R&D roles
Our consultants will provide you with detailed information about the company and role, as well as interview preparation tips to help you make a strong impression.
Witan Search has refined its search process to create a new formula for successful recruitment in the chemical and manufacturing sectors. With extensive industry-specific experience, our team understands our clients’ challenges and delivers talent that meets both technical and strategic needs. Operating across the EMEA region, we are experts in navigating the complexities of hiring top-tier professionals where expertise and skill are vital for success.
Our Specialist areas are Chemicals, Specialty Chemicals, Life Sciences, Manufacturing, Personal Care, Automotive Lubricants, Adhesives, Sealants, Elastomers, Coatings, Additives, Food & Beverage Industry, Chemical Manufacturing, Metalworking & Fabrication, Metalworking Fluids, and Plastics.
Our executive search process involves understanding your company’s unique needs, mapping the talent market, headhunting, discreetly approaching candidates, and conducting rigorous evaluations to ensure the best fit for your organisation.
Witan Search stands out due to our industry specialisation, personalized approach, and commitment to delivering high-quality candidates. We focus on aligning talent with your company’s culture and strategic objectives.
We utilise our extensive industry network, proactive talent sourcing strategies, and in-depth market knowledge to identify and engage high-caliber candidates who meet your specific requirements.
Partnering with Witan Search provides you with access to specialized industry expertise, a tailored recruitment approach, and a commitment to finding the best executive and specialist talent to drive your business forward.