Merritt Recruitment

Merritt Recruitment is an award-winning recruitment agency founded by Dr Laura Merritt, who holds a PhD in Chemistry and brings over 20 years of international recruitment experience. The company specialises in recruiting talented professionals for the chemicals, life sciences, polymers, coatings, and personal care and cosmetics industries. Merritt Recruitment is passionate about science and technology, networking at leading industry events and forums to raise awareness of career opportunities for both new graduates and experienced professionals. The agency's core mission is to bring together talented people with leading companies to drive innovation and sustainability.

Merritt Recruitment's expertise spans multiple specialised sectors including chemicals, life sciences, animal health and nutrition, coatings, polymers, and personal care and cosmetics. The agency has developed a comprehensive understanding of these industries through its founder's academic background and the team's extensive professional networks. By combining commercial acumen with deep industry knowledge, Merritt Recruitment places candidates across roles ranging from graduate positions to senior management, technical specialists, and business development roles within these sectors.

Based in London, Merritt Recruitment operates across the United Kingdom and Ireland, with a physical office at Dartford Business Park following their relocation in October 2024. The agency is the preferred choice for organisations seeking to recruit within its core industries, offering a unique combination of commercial and industry experience supported by over 30 years of collective expertise spanning academia, industry, and professional body memberships. Merritt Recruitment is a proud member of the REC, adhering to the REC Code of Professional Practice to maintain the highest standards of ethics, equity and integrity.