About Laborare Group

Founded in 2016, Laborare Group is an independent specialist recruitment consultancy operating exclusively within the global chemical industry.

Laborare is derived from the Latin word meaning “to work”, reflecting our belief in disciplined execution, professional integrity and taking responsibility for the work entrusted to us.

Explore how we support chemical-industry organisations:

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Founded in 2016

An independent specialist recruitment consultancy.

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Exclusively Chemical

Chemical recruitment specialists operating solely within the global chemical industry.

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Internationally Delivered

Supporting clients and candidates across the UK, Europe, Asia, North America and beyond.

Chris Straker founder of Laborare Group specialising in global chemical industry recruitment

Chris Straker

Chris brings more than 20 years’ experience in chemical recruitment, leading specialist assignments for manufacturers, distributors and specialty ingredient organisations across the global chemical industry.

Melanie Inglis director at Laborare Group specialising in global chemical industry recruitment

Melanie Inglis

Melanie brings extensive experience in project and programme management, overseeing the operational planning and delivery that supports Laborare’s international recruitment assignments across the chemical industry.

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Integrity

Honest advice and professional conduct throughout every relationship.

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Confidentiality

Discreet handling of sensitive client and candidate information.

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Consistency

Clear communication and disciplined delivery from brief to completion.

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Integrity

Honest advice and professional conduct throughout every relationship.

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Confidentiality

Discreet handling of sensitive client and candidate information.

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Consistency

Clear communication and disciplined delivery from brief to completion.

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