Agriculture Governance & Assurance Manager

Sofina Foods; York and North Yorkshire; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Sofina Foods recherche un Manager en Assurance Agricole pour superviser et améliorer les normes de conformité sur ses exploitations. Ce rôle inclut la coordination des audits, la gestion des données de certification et la collaboration avec diverses équipes pour garantir le respect des normes et réglementations. Une carrière enrichissante attend ceux qui souhaitent avoir un impact durable sur les pratiques agricoles axées sur le bien-être animal et la conformité.

Benefits

Calendrier de vie

Stationnement gratuit sur site

30 jours de congé (y compris les jours fériés)

Accès au portail de réductions pour employés Sofina

Qualifications

• Formation en agriculture ou expérience pertinente dans l'industrie.
• Connaissance des exigences de conformité et des plateformes de certification.
• Permis de conduire UK est essentiel.

Responsibilities

• Gérer le programme de conformité et d'assurance des fermes.
• Coordonner les audits de ferme et soutenir les visites d'audit.
• Maintenir les relations avec les organismes de certification.

Skills

Organisation

Communication

Attention aux détails

Motivation personnelle

Education

Expérience en Agriculture ou Sciences Animales

Tools

Microsoft Office

Systèmes de certification et de conformité

Job description

The Role

Are you a detail-oriented professional with a strong background in agriculture and compliance? Sofina Foods is seeking an Agriculture Assurance & Governance Manager to drive the assurance and certification programme across our Brydock farms and associated supply groups.

This role is critical in ensuring our supplying farms meet the highest standards of animal welfare, legal compliance, and customer expectations. You'll lead audit coordination, manage certification data, engage with internal and external stakeholders, and champion continuous improvement of standards across farm operations.

You'll need excellent organisational and communication skills, and be comfortable working independently and as part of cross-functional teams. Travel is required, so a full UK driving licence is essential.

The Ideal Candidate

• A background in Agriculture, Animal Science, or relevant industry experience
• Experience with livestock, preferably pigs but not essential.
• Experience with farm audits, assurance schemes, and compliance platforms
• Strong organisational skills, ability to multi-task, attention to detail, work to deadlines and clear communication
• Self-motivated, Confidence working with internal teams and external stakeholders
• A solid understanding of UK farming legislation, animal welfare requirements, and certification processes
• A strong focus on animal welfare and maintaining high standards.
• IT competent, including Microsoft Office.
• Clean UK driving licence.

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It's a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you'll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you're looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there's a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Why Sofina Foods?

• Life assurance scheme
• Free onsite parking
• 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Access to the Sofina employee discounts portal

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We're committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences - regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the farm assurance and compliance programme across designated supply groups
• Plan and coordinate farm audits and support audit visits as required.
• Manage certification and compliance data systems (e.g., Authenticate, Foods Connected, EMB, M&S Select Farm portal)
• Maintain relationships with certification bodies, managing contracts and costs
• Collaborate across departments (Procurement, Technical, Breeding, Finishing, Commercial) to align assurance with business needs
• Support new farm certification and onboarding processes
• Provide farm visits, training, and coaching to promote compliance and welfare best practices
• Keep farm standards and policies up to date with evolving regulations and customer requirements
• Liaise with customers, vets, government bodies, and independent producers to ensure compliance throughout the supply chain

Summary

Step Into a Key Management Role in Agricultural Compliance. Drive Standards, Shape Strategy, and Lead Real Change Across Our Farm Network