Agronomist – Shrewsbury – Competitive Salary + Bonus + Company Car + Route to Partnership

Agricultural Recruitment Specialists Ltd; Shrewsbury; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading agricultural consultancy in Shrewsbury is seeking a Qualified Agronomist. The role involves providing tailored agronomic advice and managing client portfolios. Candidates must have necessary certifications and at least 2 years of experience. The company offers a competitive salary, a company car, bonuses, and a clear route to partnership.

Benefits

Competitive base salary

Company car or car allowance

Discretionary annual bonus

25 days of holiday + bank holidays

Company pension contributions

Qualifications

• BASIS Certificate in Crop Protection is essential.
• FACTS certification is essential.
• Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification agronomy experience is required.
• Strong relationship-building and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide tailored agronomic advice on crop protection and nutrition.
• Manage a portfolio of clients while working collaboratively with consultants.
• Deliver high-quality, science-based advice.

Job description

Agronomist
Agronomist – Shrewsbury – Competitive Salary + Bonus + Company Car + Route to Partnership

The Job:
A highly respected and independent agricultural consultancy is seeking a Qualified Agronomist to support a growing portfolio of progressive farmers and rural clients in the Shrewsbury area. This is an excellent opportunity to join a forward-thinking, science-led team that delivers independent, commercially valuable advice across crop production, farm business management, and broader consultancy services.

Key responsibilities include:
- Providing tailored agronomic advice on crop protection, nutrition, rotation planning, and input strategies
- Managing a portfolio of clients while working collaboratively with experienced consultants
- Delivering high-quality, science-based and independent advice
- Opportunity to expand into farm business consultancy (strategic planning, budgeting, compliance, etc.) depending on skill set and aspirations
- Participating in structured training and mentoring programmes for ongoing development

The Company:
This independent consultancy is known for its client-first approach, high-quality advice, and technical expertise. With a collaborative and development-focused culture, they offer clear pathways to progression — including a structured route to partnership. Their multi-disciplinary approach enables agronomists to expand into wider advisory roles, including farm business consultancy, if desired.

The Candidate:
- BASIS Certificate in Crop Protection (essential)
- FACTS certification (essential)
- Minimum of 2 years’ post-qualification agronomy experience
- Excellent technical and commercial understanding of crop production systems
- Strong relationship-building and communication skills
- Passion for delivering independent, client-focused advice
- Full UK driving licence required

The Package:
- Competitive base salary (dependent on experience)
- Company car or car allowance
- Discretionary annual bonus
- 25 days holiday + bank holidays (rising with service)
- Guaranteed Christmas shutdown
- Company pension contributions
- Full IT package (iPhone and laptop)
- Corporate membership of professional bodies (e.g. NIAB, AICC)
- Clear, supported route to future partnership

Please email your CV to Chris Brown, Senior Delivery Recruitment Consultant, [e-mail].

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