Farm Consultant

Farm Consultant
Cambridge
Full-Time | Permanent

Salary up to £50,000 + car allowance + benefits

The Opportunity

An exciting opportunity has arisen to join a highly regarded rural consultancy as part of their Farm Management and Consultancy team based in Cambridge.

My client is a well-established and respected business within the rural and agricultural sector, providing strategic advice and hands-on management services to farms and estates. They work with a diverse and prestigious client base, supporting landowners in maximising the performance, sustainability, and long-term value of their assets.

This role offers the chance to become an integral part of a collaborative team, gaining exposure to a wide variety of farming businesses and developing a long-term career in farm consultancy.

The Role

As a Farm Management Consultant, you will support the delivery of professional advice and management services across a portfolio of farms and rural estates. The role is varied and will involve both office-based analysis and regular on-site farm visits.

Key responsibilities include:

Supporting the management of contract farming agreements, including record keeping and harvest accounts
Assisting with financial planning, budgeting, and cashflow forecasting
Monitoring business performance and preparing variance reports and financial analysis
Supporting applications and management of schemes such as SFI and Countryside Stewardship
Providing input on farm compliance, scheme delivery, and regulatory requirements
Offering technical support across arable and livestock enterprises
Advising on environmental matters and diversification opportunities
Building and maintaining strong relationships with clients and contractors
Supporting business development activities and identifying new opportunities
Attending farms regularly to provide hands-on support and advice
Assisting with the preparation of reports for both internal and client use
Keeping up to date with agricultural policy, legislation, and industry developments

About You

This position would suit someone looking to progress their career within farm consultancy, with a genuine interest in agriculture and rural business.

You will likely have:

Previous experience in a farm consultancy or advisory role
A strong understanding of farming systems and agricultural practices
Good financial awareness with the ability to analyse and interpret data
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
A proactive and commercially minded approach
The ability to manage multiple tasks and work both independently and as part of a team
A keen interest in building client relationships and contributing to business growth
Practical farming experience (desirable)

Skills and Qualifications

Strong analytical and research skills
Confident IT user, including Microsoft Office
Relevant agricultural or rural qualification (desirable)

What's on Offer

Competitive salary up to £50,000
Car allowance
Bonus scheme
Private medical cover
Generous annual leave plus bank holidays, with option to purchase additional days
Pension and life assurance
Income protection and long-term disability cover
Health and wellbeing support, including gym discounts and health screening
Cycle to work scheme and retail/travel discounts
A supportive and collaborative working environment with excellent career development opportunities

This is a fantastic opportunity to join a leading rural consultancy and build a long-term career within a respected and forward-thinking team.