Rural Business Advisor

An opportunity has arisen for a Rural Business Advisor to join a leading advisory firm specialising in agricultural management. This full-time role offers excellent benefits and a competitive salary.

As a Rural Business Advisor, you will provide strategic and management support to clients, focusing on enhancing agricultural operations and delivering impactful business solutions.

Responsibilities:

1. Acting as the main point of contact for key clients, offering consistent advisory support
2. Implementing a 'value-added' approach across projects to maximise client benefit
3. Identifying and developing new service opportunities in the agricultural sector
4. Advising on grant applications, sustainable farming incentives, and environmental schemes
5. Conducting financial planning, including budget and cashflow analysis
6. Supporting soil, manure, and nutrient planning initiatives for optimal land management
7. Overseeing member benefits, contributing to the overall membership experience

What we are looking for:

1. Experience in agricultural or rural advisory roles with a proven ability to manage key client relationships
2. Knowledge of current agricultural schemes and grants, including SFI and CSS
3. Strong analytical skills for budget and nutrient planning
4. Team-oriented mindset with the ability to work collaboratively and proactively
5. A self-starter with motivation to continuously learn and grow within the organisation

What's on offer:

1. Competitive salary
2. Hybrid working arrangement for a flexible work-life balance
3. Share ownership options through SIP Scheme
4. Modern office environment with enhanced pension contributions
5. Employee Assistance Programme for well-being support
6. Generous annual leave: 23 days, increasing to 25 days after 2 years

This is an excellent opportunity for a Rural Business Advisor to further your career in agricultural consultancy.