Agronomist

Morepeople 01780; Yate; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural business in South West England seeks a knowledgeable Agronomist to join their team. You will manage existing accounts, provide expert agronomic advice, and develop new business relationships in a friendly, family-run environment. The role offers competitive salary, performance-based commission, and support for continued training.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Performance based commission

Company car

Pension scheme

Support for continued BASIS/FACTS training

Friendly company culture

Qualifications

• Proven experience in agronomy, crop advisory, or technical agricultural sales.
• Full UK driving licence required.

Responsibilities

• Maintain strong client relationships and provide agronomic advice.
• Identify new business opportunities and support agricultural input sales.
• Conduct field assessments and keep detailed records.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Commercial acumen

Self-motivated

Organisational skills

Education

BASIS and FACTS qualifications

Job description

Location: South Gloucestershire / North Somerset

About the Company

Our client is a well established, family run agricultural business that serves farmers across South West England. With a reputation built on trust, integrity, and long term relationships, they supply a full range of agricultural inputs alongside practical agronomic advice tailored to each farm's specific needs.

About the Role

As the business continues to grow, they are looking for a dedicated and knowledgeable Agronomist to join their friendly and experienced team. Covering the South Gloucestershire and North Somerset area, you will take over a number of existing accounts and be responsible for developing new business relationships across the region.

What you will be doing

• Take over a number of existing accounts and maintain strong, trusted client relationships.

• Provide on farm agronomic advice, including crop planning, soil health, pest and disease management, and nutrient strategies.

• Identify and pursue new business opportunities in the region.

• Recommend and support the sale of agricultural inputs, including seed, fertiliser, and crop protection products.

• Conduct field assessments, soil sampling, and analysis to guide recommendations.

• Keep detailed records and ensure timely communication and follow ups with clients.

• Stay current with industry developments, compliance regulations, and product innovations.

What you need

• BASIS and FACTS qualifications (or a willingness to work towards them).

• Proven experience in agronomy, crop advisory, technical agricultural sales or farm management.

• Strong interpersonal and relationship building skills.

• Commercial acumen with a proactive approach to business development.

• Self motivated and organised, with the ability to work independently across a defined territory.

• Full UK driving licence and flexibility to travel within the region.

Benefits

• Competitive salary

• Performance based commission

• Company car

• Pension scheme

• Support for continued BASIS/FACTS training

• Friendly, family run company culture with strong values

How To Apply
If you are wanting to take your agronomy career in a different direction or looking to get started within the industry then get in touch.

Rachel Richardson - 01780 480530 / 07701 387732
[e-mail]
Or connect with me on LinkedIn

No need for a polished CV - just send over what you have and we can take it from there.

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