Agriculture Business Consultant

We're looking for a Farm Business Consultant to join our team to be based on one of our 16 offices across Somerset and Devon . This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a passion for agriculture who wants to develop a career in Agricultural Management Consultancy , supporting farming clients to improve performance, profitability, and long-term sustainability.

You’ll work closely with experienced advisers and our wider rural team to provide practical, independent advice to farm businesses. With a combination of hands‑on agricultural knowledge and business insight , you’ll help clients make informed decisions and plan for the future.

Full training will be provided, alongside relevant professional development courses, giving you the opportunity to build a long‑term and rewarding career in agricultural consultancy.

Main Duties

This is a varied and client‑focused role where no two days are the same. Your responsibilities will include:

• Providing technical dairy advice , including independent nutrition guidance, fertility reviews, and forage management support
• Supporting farm businesses through business performance reviews , including the preparation of management accounts and analysis of financial and operational performance
• Assisting with business budgeting, forecasting, and planning , helping clients understand and improve their financial position
• Working closely with farmers and rural businesses to identify opportunities for improvement and provide practical solutions
• Supporting the delivery of tailored business advice that meets the individual needs and goals of each client
• Building strong relationships with clients and understanding their business challenges and ambitions
• Working collaboratively with colleagues across our rural and accounting teams to deliver a comprehensive service to clients

Attributes, Skills, Experience and Qualifications

We’re looking for someone who is enthusiastic about agriculture and enjoys working with people. Ideally, you’ll have:

• An agricultural degree or a related qualification
• Practical farming or agricultural industry experience
• A strong interest in farm business performance and management
• Good interpersonal skills and the ability to build trusted relationships with clients
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
• A proactive and motivated approach, with the drive to develop a career in agricultural consultancy
• The ability to analyse information and present clear, practical advice
• A professional and team‑oriented attitude

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