Agronomist / Plant Scientist / Grower / Field Trials Manager – West Midlands - £55,000 DOE + Be[...]

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; West Midlands Combined Authority; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000

Job description

Agronomist
Agronomist / Plant Scientist / Grower / Field Trials Manager – West Midlands - £55,000 DOE + Benefits

The Job:
A rapidly growing organisation in the controlled environment agriculture sector is looking for talented individuals to join its agronomy team. Based in the West Midlands, these roles will support commercial crop production and new product development (NPD) trials. You will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team to optimise crop production and contribute to innovative trials that drive the company’s growth.

Reporting to the Agronomy Lead, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing crops to achieve high-quality produce. You will also play a key role in driving innovation by aligning system capabilities with the development of new product offerings. Other responsibilities include overseeing cultivation, pest and nutrient management, and ensuring overall plant health. Additionally, you will collect, analyse, and interpret agronomic data to support decision-making, present findings to internal teams and stakeholders, and identify opportunities for industry engagement to enhance the company’s market position.

The Candidate:
- An experienced Agronomist / Plant Scientist / Grower / Field Trials Manager / vertical farmer or horticulturist with strong commercial acumen
- A confident problem solver who can work autonomously
- Skilled in growing commercial baby leaf and herb crops
- Experienced in agribusiness, controlled environment agriculture, or food production
- Data-driven, with strong analytical abilities
- Comfortable engaging with external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers
- Passionate about innovation and best-in-class agronomic practices
- Relevant degree or 3+ years of experience in a similar role
- Strong balance of scientific knowledge and commercial insight

The Package:
- Salary competitive circa £35,000 - £55,000 Basic DOE
- Great culture
- Benefits package

Please email your CV to Rebekah Shields, Global Recruitment Managing Director, [e-mail].