BAT is evolving at pace into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World.
To achieve our ambition, we are looking for colleagues who are ready to join us on this journey! Tomorrow can’t wait, let’s shape it together!
British American Tobacco UK has an exciting opportunity for a SENIOR TECHNOLOGIST - ANALYTICAL in Southampton
What are the key objectives and expectations from this role?
The Senior Technologist – Analytical is responsible for supporting the planning, execution, and reporting of analytical studies using laboratory equipment to address scientific questions and inform business decision-making. This role involves operating and maintaining analytical instruments, ensuring compliance with laboratory standards, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and clearly communicating findings to guide strategic direction.
What is the direct impact of this role on the team or organization?
This role plays a critical part in supporting the development of Modern Oral and Wellness & Stimulation product categories by delivering accurate and reliable analytical data that informs key business decisions.
Your key responsibilities will include:
- Collaborate with the line manager and team members of Analytical Development department to design and execute analytical studies to address scientific questions and to draft technical reports.
- Identify trends or issues in test results that could impact timelines, safety, or performance.
- Generate reliable analytical data that supports product development and/or product quality/safety decisions.
- Operate and maintain key analytical instruments, including LC-MS/MS, LC-UV, GC-MS, and GC-FID.
- Apply best practices and comply with laboratory standards using technical knowledge and scientific principles.
- Develop and maintain knowledge of testing methodologies to effectively carry out assigned tasks.
- Maintain confidentiality of all technical data to protect BAT’s intellectual property.
- Promote and support collaborative ways of working within the Analytical Development team.
What are we looking for?
Experience Required
- Practical expertise in analytical techniques (e.g., GC-FID, GC-MS, HPLC, HPLC/MS/MS, aerosol sampling)
- Ability to deliver multiple tasks within defined timescales working individually and as part of a team
- Broad knowledge of BAT products, testing approaches and data interpretation
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Proficiency in MS Excel, PowerPoint and other business applications
- Ability to work unsupervised and to collaborate within a team
Technical / Functional / Leadership Skills Required
- Good interpersonal and communication skills (verbal and written)
- Ability to collaborate within a team and with internal/external business partners
- Strong planning and task prioritization skills with focus on business needs.
- Analytical method development and optimization
Education / Qualifications / Certifications Required
- A degree in Chemistry, Analytical Science, or a related field (BSc/MSc or equivalent).
- Associate or higher membership of an appropriate professional body (e.g. Royal Society of Chemistry)
What we offer you?
• We offer a market leading annual performance bonus (subject to eligibility)
• Our range of benefits varies by country and includes diverse health plans, initiatives for work-life balance, transportation support, and a flexible holiday plan with additional incentives
• Your journey with us isn't limited by boundaries; it's propelled by your aspirations. Join us at BAT and become a part of an environment that thrives on internal advancement, where your career progression isn't just a statement – it's a reality we're eager to build together. Seize the opportunity and own your development; your next chapter starts here.
• You'll have access to online learning platforms and personalized growth programs to nurture your leadership skills
• We prioritise continuous improvement within a transformative environment, preparing for ongoing changes
WHY JOIN BAT?
We’re one of the few companies named as a Global Top Employer by the Top Employers Institute – certified in offering excellent employee conditions.
At BAT, we champion collaboration, inclusion, and partnership as the bedrock of our values. We wish to foster an environment where every individual can thrive, irrespective of factors such as gender, sexual orientation, marital or civil partnership status, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, colour, nationality, ethnic or national origin, disability, age, skills, experience, education, socio-economic and professional background, as well as diverse perspectives and thinking styles. We recognise that our strength lies in embracing talent from all walks of life, empowering us to develop our culture of inclusivity and better achieve our business objectives.
We view career breaks not as obstacles but as opportunities and encourage everyone, without hesitation, to apply. Through our Global Returners program, we provide support to professionals seeking to re-enter the workforce after an extended absence, be it for family care, parental leave, national service, sabbatical, or starting their own venture.
Come bring your difference and see what is possible for you at BAT. Learn more about our culture and our award winning employee experience here.
We take pride in being a Disability Confident Employer. If you need any reasonable adjustments or accommodations to be made during the recruitment process to support you performing at your best, please inform the recruitment partner who will be in touch should your profile be selected for the role you applied for. We are wholeheartedly committed to optimising your prospects of success by making suitable arrangements so that you may showcase your full potential.
