Agricultural Consultant

SRUC; Scotland; Hybrid; GBP 29,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural consultancy based in Campbeltown is seeking an Agricultural Consultant for a full-time permanent position. The role involves providing expert advice to farmers and rural businesses, supporting various agricultural initiatives, and promoting consulting services. Candidates must hold SCQF Level 8 in Agriculture or a related field and possess a clean driving license. The organization offers a competitive salary along with flexible working options, generous leave, and professional development opportunities.

Benefits

Generous annual leave

Enhanced pension contributions

Cycle to work scheme

Discounted RAC Membership

Generous family leave

Qualifications

• Minimum qualification of SCQF Level 8 or above in Agriculture or equivalent.
• A current full, clean driving licence is essential.

Responsibilities

• Deliver technical and financial consultancy services to farmers.
• Promote and sell consulting services.
• Support the Farm Advisory Service outreach.
• Identify business opportunities among non-farming clients.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders.

Skills

Technical consultancy

Relationship building

Business development

Education

SCQF Level 8 in Agriculture or equivalent

Job description

About the job

Are you looking for an exciting and varied career within agriculture and the rural sector?

SAC Consulting is looking for an Agricultural Consultant to join our team in Campbeltown on a full-time, permanent basis.

This is a dynamic and varied role suited to someone who enjoys working directly with farmers and rural enterprises. You’ll provide independent expert advice and local support across technical, financial, and business areas, helping clients navigate the evolving agricultural landscape.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver technical and financial consultancy services to farmers and rural business managers.
• Promote, market, and sell SAC Consulting services, working collaboratively with local staff and specialist colleagues.
• Support the delivery and outreach of the Farm Advisory Service (FAS).
• Identify and develop business opportunities for SAC Consulting among non-farming rural clients.
• Build and maintain effective relationships with key stakeholders including banks, commercial companies, Local Enterprise companies, and other industry stakeholders such as NatureScot, and NFUS.
• Undertake additional duties as required by the Regional Development Managers or Consulting Leadership Team.

Minimum qualifications and experience

To be considered for this role, you must hold a minimum qualification of SCQF Level 8 or above in Agriculture or an equivalent rural or science-based discipline.

A current full, clean driving licence is essential for this role as travel to SAC/SRUC locations across Scotland will be required.

Full details can be found in the Job Particulars document which you must read before applying for the role.

Eligibility for Sponsorship

This role is not eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker route. If you are a migrant worker, you will need to ensure you have an appropriate visa to evidence the necessary right to work in the UK.

Admin ref: CML/CS/029/25

Salary and benefits

• £29,383 - £44,118 per annum depending on skills and experience
• Generous annual leave
• Enhanced pension contributions to contributory pension scheme
• Cycle to work scheme
• Discounted RAC Membership
• Generous family leave
• Flexible working patterns considered
• Hybrid working solutions (in some areas)
• We encourage Continuing Professional Development with a tailored investment in an individuals' learning and development

How to Apply

Please complete an online application form by pressing “apply” or visiting our website.

Full details can be found in the Job Particulars document downloadable from the link above.

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