Agronomist / Grower – Norwich - £55,000 DOE + Benefits

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists; Norwich; On-site; GBP 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

A rapidly growing organization in the controlled environment agriculture sector seeks an Agronomist / Grower in Norwich. The role includes optimizing crop production, managing trials, and ensuring plant health. Candidates should be innovative, data-driven, and possess a relevant degree or significant experience in agronomy.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Great culture

Benefits package

Qualifications

• Experienced Agronomist / Grower with strong commercial acumen.
• Skilled in growing commercial baby leaf and herb crops.
• Data-driven with strong analytical abilities.

Responsibilities

• Designing, implementing, and managing crops for high-quality produce.
• Overseeing cultivation, pest and nutrient management.
• Collecting, analysing, and interpreting agronomic data.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Problem solving

Analytical abilities

Engagement with stakeholders

Innovation

Education

Relevant degree

3+ years of experience in a similar role

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Agronomist / Grower – Norwich - £55, DOE + Benefits

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Posted 19 May Salary £55, DOE + Benefits Location Norwich District Discipline: Agronomy, Fertilisers, Crop Protection & Agrochemicals, Crops, Seeds & Grains Reference: RS - B

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Agronomist / Grower – Norwich - £55, DOE + Benefits

The Job:

A rapidly growing organisation in the controlled environment agriculture sector is looking for talented individuals to join its agronomy team. Based in Norwich, this role will support commercial crop production and new product development (NPD) trials. You will have the opportunity to work with a dynamic team to optimise crop production and contribute to innovative trials that drive the company’s growth.

Reporting to the Agronomy Lead, you will be responsible for designing, implementing, and managing crops to achieve high-quality produce. You will also play a key role in driving innovation by aligning system capabilities with the development of new product offerings. Other responsibilities include overseeing cultivation, pest and nutrient management, and ensuring overall plant health. Additionally, you will collect, analyse, and interpret agronomic data to support decision-making, present findings to internal teams and stakeholders, and identify opportunities for industry engagement to enhance the company’s market position.

The Candidate:

• An experienced Agronomist / Grower with strong commercial acumen
• A confident problem solver who can work autonomously
• Skilled in growing commercial baby leaf and herb crops
• Experienced in agribusiness, controlled environment agriculture, or food production
• Data-driven, with strong analytical abilities
• Comfortable engaging with external stakeholders, including suppliers and customers
• Passionate about innovation and best-in-class agronomic practices
• Relevant degree or 3+ years of experience in a similar role
• Strong balance of scientific knowledge and commercial insight

The Package:

• Salary competitive circa £35,000 - £55,000, Basic DOE
• Great culture
• Benefits package

Please email your CV to Rebekah Shields, Global Recruitment Managing Director.

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