--- title: Chemicals Executive Search description: From the biggest multinationals to the smallest startups, GrassGreener Chemicals place candidates for some of the most exciting businesses in the sector. image: https://grassgreener.global/hubfs/Pages/Chemicals/Chemicals.jpg --- [Skip to content](https://grassgreener.global/chemicals-executive-search#main-content) [![GGGlobal-White-](https://grassgreener.global/hs-fs/hubfs/Global/NEW/GGGlobal-White-.png?width=50&height=46&name=GGGlobal-White-.png) ![GGGlobal-White-](https://grassgreener.global/hs-fs/hubfs/Global/NEW/GGGlobal-White-.png?width=50&height=46&name=GGGlobal-White-.png)](https://grassgreener.co.uk/) - [Home](https://grassgreener.global) - [About us](https://grassgreener.global/about-us) - [Our Process](https://grassgreener.global/our-process) - Sectors Show submenu for Sectors - [Chemicals™](https://grassgreener.global/chemicals-executive-search) - [Aggregates™](https://grassgreener.global/aggregates-recruitment) - [Pharma™](https://grassgreener.global/pharma-executive-search) - Resources Show submenu for Resources - [Bad Hire Calculator](https://grassgreener.global/bad-hire-calculator) - [Free Role Assessment](https://grassgreener.global/free-role-assessment) - [FAQs](https://grassgreener.global/faqs) - [Contact us](https://grassgreener.global/contact-us) Open main navigation Close main navigation - [Home](https://grassgreener.global) - [About us](https://grassgreener.global/about-us) - [Our Process](https://grassgreener.global/our-process) - Sectors Show submenu for Sectors - [Chemicals™](https://grassgreener.global/chemicals-executive-search) - [Aggregates™](https://grassgreener.global/aggregates-recruitment) - [Pharma™](https://grassgreener.global/pharma-executive-search) - Resources Show submenu for Resources - [Bad Hire Calculator](https://grassgreener.global/bad-hire-calculator) - [Free Role Assessment](https://grassgreener.global/free-role-assessment) - [FAQs](https://grassgreener.global/faqs) - [Contact us](https://grassgreener.global/contact-us) - [Contact us](https://grassgreener.global/contact-us) [Contact us](https://grassgreener.global/contact-us?hsLang=en) GRASSGREENER.GLOBAL CHEMICALS™ # Chemicals Executive Search Working with some of the most exciting businesses in the chemicals sector, from SMEs to international corporations. ## Chemicals industry experts --- With nearly 20 years of global experience in the chemicals industry, our team excels in finding mid-to-senior level candidates. We have extensive knowledge of specialty chemicals and their applications in various markets, both technically and commercially. We specialise in identifying top talent in the fields of:   ![search](https://grassgreener.global/hubfs/Pages/PhaRMA/search.svg "search") #### Industrial Chemicals #### Our product areas include: Solvents, acids, alkalis, lubricants, biocides, catalysts, dyes, pigments. #### We specialise in the following market areas: Paints & coatings, construction, automotive, aerospace, mining, textiles, electronics, and energy. ![ink](https://grassgreener.global/hubfs/Pages/Ingredients/ink.svg "ink") #### **Specialty** **Chemicals** #### Our product areas include: Pigments, adhesives, sealants, fillers, resins, electronic chemicals, water treatment chemicals, construction chemicals, and cleaning agents. #### We specialise in the following market areas: Paints & coatings, Electronics, healthcare, agriculture, construction, automotive. ![vape-liquid](https://grassgreener.global/hubfs/Pages/Ingredients/vape-liquid.svg "vape-liquid") #### **Food & Beverage Ingredients** #### Our product areas include: Additives, preservatives, colorants, flavourings, enzymes, emulsifiers, stabilisers, sweeteners, and acidulants. #### We specialise in the following market areas: Processed foods, dairy, beverages, bakery, confectionery, and nutritional supplements. ![polymer](https://grassgreener.global/hubfs/Pages/Ingredients/polymer.svg "polymer") #### **Polymers & Plastics** #### Our product areas include: Thermoplastics, thermosetting plastics, elastomers, bioplastics, synthetic fibres, and resins. #### We specialise in the following market areas: Packaging, automotive, construction, electronics, consumer goods, and medical devices. ![perfume](https://grassgreener.global/hubfs/Pages/Ingredients/perfume.svg "perfume") #### **Cosmetics & Personal Care** #### Our product areas include: Emollients, surfactants, preservatives, colorants, UV filters, fragrances, and active ingredients. #### We specialise in the following market areas: Beauty, dermatology, health & wellness, luxury goods, and personal hygiene. ## Download our free guide to recruiting senior chemicals executives Discover the 15 critical steps involved in the complex world of executive recruitment, to help you stay on track and informed when hiring your next key team member.  [Click here](https://grassgreener.global/recruiting-senior-chemicals-executives-the-complete-guide?hsLang=en) ## Our expertise ---   Paul Hickey, the GrassGreener.Global Managing Director, has led our chemicals division for nearly 20 years, earning a reputation for finding mid-senior level candidates and offering strategic human capital advice. The GrassGreener.Global Chemicals team excels in placing professionals across diverse industries including **industrial** **chemicals, specialty chemicals, food & beverage ingredients, polymers & plastics, cosmetics, textiles, and water treatment**. We support international clients, particularly in North America and Europe in hiring **and retaining** the right people, a philosophy central to our approach and the foundation for our industry leading 24-month replacement policy.   ![GrassGreener Group Chemicals Paul Hickey](https://grassgreener.global/hubfs/Pages/Chemicals/GrassGreener%20Headshots-Paul-Chemicals%20copy.webp) Paul Hickey Managing Director [Email](mailto:paul@grassgreeener.co.uk) [Phone](tel:01132305555) [Email](mailto:paul@grassgreeener.co.uk) [Phone](tel:01132305555) [Book a free consultation](https://outlook.office365.com/owa/calendar/GrassGreenerGroupPH@grassgreener.co.uk/bookings/) ## What’s the true cost of a bad hire? 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