LGC

LGC Group is a global life sciences measurement and tools company with over 180 years of experience, operating in 14 countries. It serves various industries, including pharmaceuticals, diagnostics, food and beverage, and environmental sectors, providing products and services that ensure quality, safety, and compliance. The company specializes in oligonucleotides, oligo synthesis reagents, and advanced molecular biology tools such as enzymes and next-generation sequencing kits. LGC also offers quality control products for infectious disease testing and clinical genomics through its SeraCare Life Sciences division. Additionally, LGC plays a key role as the UK Government Chemist, providing expert advisory services and hosting the UK’s National Measurement Laboratory for chemical and bio-measurement. LGC collaborates with a diverse customer base, including pharmaceutical companies, diagnostic manufacturers, and academic researchers, to address challenges in health, food safety, and environmental protection. The company emphasizes innovation and sustainability in its mission to promote safer medicines, diagnostics, and environmental solutions.

Research London, United Kingdom Founded 1842 ~358 employees

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Employees
358
+1.4% in the 3 months to Sep 2026
Revenue / employee
$503K
Revenue ~$180M
12-month attrition
9.7%
Tech: 7.3%
H1B filings, FY2026
2
Sponsors visas

Headcount trend

LGC went from 328 employees in Oct 2024 to 358 in Sep 2026. Apr to Sep 2026: 16 people joined, 4 left.

Org structure

Headcount by department

Other153
Operations63
Engineering34
Finance33
Sales32
HR17
Marketing12
Success12

Salaries at LGC

All salaries

1 salary profiles in the US

Pay by level, gender and ethnicity · India salaries

H-1B sponsorship

H-1B Sponsorship Limited
H-1B Filings by Department
Engineering4
Consulting1
Marketing1
Operations1
Healthcare1

The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 2 filings.

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LGC FAQ

How many employees does LGC have?

LGC has about 358 employees, up 1.4% over the 3 months to Sep 2026.

Does LGC sponsor H1B visas?

Yes. LGC filed 2 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.

What is LGC's revenue per employee?

LGC makes about $503K in revenue per employee, based on $180M annual revenue and 358 employees.

How much does LGC pay?

6figr has 1 salary profile for LGC in the US and 1 in India, with pay broken down by role, level, gender and ethnicity on the LGC salaries page. See LGC salaries in the US

Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.