Senior Analyst Grade 1

Alsglobal; Coventry; On-site; GBP 28,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading scientific services company in Coventry is seeking a full-time laboratory professional to join their team. This role includes ensuring sample completion, supervising staff, and adhering to quality standards. Candidates must possess an HNC/HND in a relevant discipline and significant laboratory experience. The position offers a competitive salary of £27,636 and benefits that include enhanced sick pay, a pension plan, and opportunities for career progression. Join a diverse team committed to making a positive impact on the world.

Benefits

Annual leave starting at 25 days

Ability to buy annual leave

Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme

Salary Progression Scheme

Recognition Awards

Perkbox membership

Learning/study support

Group Personal Pension Plan

On-site parking

Qualifications

• HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline.
• Significant laboratory experience with strong knowledge of environmental testing.
• Sound understanding of Quality Management Systems.
• Proven ability to evaluate data critically and draw robust conclusions.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to prioritize your own work and support others.
• Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping.
• Confident communicator with good IT skills.
• A proactive, analytical problem-solver committed to high standards of safety and quality.

Responsibilities

• Ensure samples are completed to allocated quantities, deadlines and quality standards.
• Maintain daily service delivery in line with company KPIs.
• Interpret, review and report analytical data with scientific rigour.
• Supervise analysts in the absence of the Team Leader.
• Support the Team Leader with work planning and resource management.
• Train colleagues, assess competency and ensure ongoing technical standards.
• Investigate and report non-conforming work and rework.
• Liaise with customer services, responding to queries and complaints.
• Work collaboratively to ensure efficient sample flow.
• Champion health, safety and good laboratory practice.

Skills

Laboratory experience

Knowledge of environmental testing

Quality management systems understanding

Organizational skills

Attention to detail

Communication skills

IT skills

Analytical problem-solving

Education

HNC/HND in a relevant scientific discipline

Job description

. At ALS, we encourage you to dream big.When you join us, you’ll be part of a global team harnessing the power of scientific testing and data-driven insights to build a healthier future.**The Role****Days Per Week:**Monday to Friday (08:00 - 16:00) **Contract:**Full Time and Permanent **Annual Salary:**£27,636 per annum **Hiring Manager:** Kay Poole **Closing Date:** Monday 26th January 2026**The Day to Day*** Ensure samples are completed to allocated quantities, deadlines and quality standards* Maintain daily service delivery in line with company KPIs* Interpret, review and report analytical data with scientific rigour* Supervise analysts in the absence of the Team Leader, providing clear instruction, support and feedback* Support the Team Leader with work planning, resource management and team meetings* Train colleagues, assess competency and ensure ongoing technical standards* Investigate, report and reduce non-conforming work and rework* Liaise with customer services, responding to queries and complaints* Work collaboratively to ensure efficient sample flow* Champion health, safety and good laboratory practice at all times**The Essentials*** HNC/HND (or equivalent) in a relevant scientific discipline* Significant laboratory experience with strong knowledge of environmental testing* Sound understanding of Quality Management Systems* Proven ability to evaluate data critically and draw robust conclusions* Strong organisational skills with the ability to prioritise your own work and support others* Excellent attention to detail and record-keeping* Confident communicator with good IT skills* A proactive, analytical problem-solver committed to high standards of safety and quality**Our Benefits Include:*** Annual Leave commencing at 25 days (rising to 30) plus 8 public holidays (pro rata for part time)* Ability to Buy annual leave.* Enhanced Company Sick Pay Scheme* Salary Progression Scheme based on technical and behavioural competencies.* ‘Celebrating Success’ Recognition Awards* Perkbox membership providing access to discount vouchers and wellness hub.* Learning/study support* Group Personal Pension Plan* Car Parking on-site**Working at ALS**The ALS team is a diverse and dedicated community united by our passion to make a difference in the world.Our values are important to us, and shape how we work, how we treat each other and how we recognise excellence.At ALS, you’ll be supported to develop new skills and reach your full potential. We invest in our people with programs and opportunities that help you build a diverse career with us.We want everyone to have a safe, flexible and rewarding career that makes a positive impact on our people, the planet and our communities.**Everyone Matters**ALS is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and is committed to fostering an inclusive work environment where the strengths and perspectives of each employee are both recognised and valued.ALS also welcomes applications from people with all levels of ability. Reasonable adjustments to support candidates throughout the recruitment process are available upon request.**Eligibility** To be eligible to work at ALS you must be a Citizen or Permanent Resident of the country you are applying for, or either hold or be able to obtain, a valid working visa.**How to apply** Please apply on-line and provide a resume & cover letter that best demonstrate your motivation and ability to meet the requirements of this role.### Introduce YourselfWe’re all about people – so show us who you are and why you're passionate about working with us by submitting your resume, and we’ll keep it on file for future opportunities.