"The people are very friendly and you can quickly get to know everyone. If you put yourself forward, there are lots of opportunities."
Liza Hemmings | Director HR Operations
Our recruitment process
We’re proud of what we do, and we seek to employ the very best people who share our values. After all, it’s our teams’ talents and drive that is the secret to our success.
So, to bring in not only the best people but also the right ones, we’ve developed an objective recruitment process that helps us identify great talent and provide a first-class candidate experience.
Our process is focused on:
- Fairness and treating every application on merit
- Ensuring equality of opportunities for all
- Treating all applications in the strictest confidence
- Appointing the very best person for the job
- Seeking to continuously improve and develop our recruitment capabilities

Hints and tips
Setting you up for success
- Give yourself enough time to prepare for every stage
- Research Vectura and the job you're applying for
- Read or listen to instructions carefully at every stage
- Proofread everything you write and check grammar and spelling
- Always be as clear and concise as you can
- Sell your skills, experience and values and how they make you right for the job you’ve applied for
- Be ready to ask us questions – it’s about us both being right for each other
- Be honest and truthful every time

Promoting inclusivity
Equality, diversity and inclusion in the workplace has never been more relevant than it is today. In fact, research shows that a diverse and inclusive workforce is a powerful multiplier of innovation and growth. It drives creativity and inspires a sense of belonging. It’s why we’re committed to championing a culture of equality. One where our people are empowered to be their best, professionally and personally.
Our inclusivity helps us bring unique perspectives and skills to the table. And our culture ensures we can all leverage these unique contributions to the benefit of our clients and our communities. As equals, anything is possible.
Our commitment to equal opportunities, diversity and inclusion is enshrined in our working practices and policies. We offer a range of dynamic, flexible working opportunities which promote work–life balance and enable us to retain talented employees without compromising their development and career progression. Around 17% of our workforce are making use of some form of flexible working arrangement or pattern, including part-time, job share or homeworking. Our family-friendly policies provide enhanced maternity, paternity, adoption and share parental paid leave which enable both parents to take an active role in the upbringing of their children.
Frequently asked questions
We're always pleased to hear from talented people. So, if you have any questions not listed here about the opportunities that we have available at Vectura, or if there's anything else you'd like to know before you apply (or indeed during the application process), please don't hesitate to get in touch.
Email: recruitment@vectura.com
Phone: 01249 667707
Yes, all of our external vacancies are advertised on this website.
Vectura is an equal opportunities employer and we encourage diversity in the work place. We are also bound by country legislation for eligibility to work.
We have expertise within our Human Resources team and encourage you to apply on-line directly to Vectura. Our candidate experience is really important to us.
Yes. We encourage applications with a mix of experience and skills that enables success in all our roles.
No, we work with a number of trusted partners therefore will not accept speculative applications.