Senior Agronomist - Shropshire - £35,000 - £50,000 -Home Based With Regional Travel

Posted 17 hours 12 minutes ago by Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd

£35,000 - £50,000 Annual
Permanent
Full Time
Other
Shropshire, Shrewsbury, United Kingdom, SY1 1
Job Description
Senior Agronomist

Senior Agronomist - Shropshire - £35,000 - £50,000 - Home Based With Regional Travel

The Job:

We are working with a leading, research driven organisation within the agricultural sector to recruit an Agronomist. This is a home based role covering Shropshire and the West Midlands, supporting an established client base. In this position, you will provide expert agronomy advice across a range of crops, working closely with farmers and landowners to optimise yield, sustainability and overall crop performance.

Responsibilities include:
  • Advising on cropping plans, variety selection
  • Fertiliser programmes
  • Plant protection strategies
  • Contribute to the growth of consultancy services
  • Managing your own portfolio of clients
  • Supporting the delivery of innovative, science led solutions
  • Involvement in field trials and experimental work, helping to translate research into practical, on farm outcomes
The Candidate:
  • Strong knowledge of crop production and agronomy practices
  • Experience in soil management and sustainable farming methods
  • Ability to deliver clear, high quality technical advice to farmers and stakeholders
  • Strong communication and relationship building skills
  • Commercial awareness with the ability to manage and grow a client portfolio
  • Understanding of environmental schemes (highly desirable)
  • Experience or interest in field trials and experimental work (advantageous)
  • Self motivated and comfortable working independently in a home based role
The Package:
  • Salary £35,000 - £50,000 DOE
  • Home based role with regional travel
  • Opportunity to work within a leading, research led agricultural organisation
  • Strong career development and progression opportunities
  • Exposure to innovative, science based agronomy practices

Please email your CV to Charlotte Powell, Senior Recruitment Delivery Consultant, .

Candidate Requirements

All applicants must hold a minimum of an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2, or an equivalent qualification relevant to the role applied for. Candidates must also have the legal right to work in the UK or hold a valid visa permitting employment.