Environmental Services Specialist

Hutchinsons; England; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Influence on future services

Diverse project portfolio

Key role in service development

Job summary

Hutchinsons is seeking an Environmental Services Specialist to join their growing team delivering environmental consultancy across agriculture. The role involves working closely with stakeholders such as farmers and water companies to deliver environmental schemes, provide practical advice, and drive commercial growth.

Ideal candidates will have strong environmental knowledge and experience in SFI and water quality projects. The position offers the opportunity to influence future services while working in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience of SFI and Countryside Stewardship schemes.
• Experience working with farmers delivering environmental schemes.
• Understanding of commercial agriculture and farming systems.
• Experience in water quality, catchment management, or similar programmes.

Responsibilities

• Deliver agri-environment schemes and provide practical advice.
• Lead environmental and water quality projects from concept to completion.
• Manage relationships with water companies and industry bodies.

Skills

Environmental and agricultural knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Commercial skills

Communication skills

Relationship-building skills

Proactive mindset

Job description

We are looking for an Environmental Services Specialist to join our growing team, delivering environmental consultancy across agriculture.

Northants / Beds (Home-based)

About the Role

Working with a variety of stakeholders including farmers, water companies and industry partners, you’ll deliver schemes, provide practical environmental advice and develop commercially focused solutions, while helping shape our service offering.

Key Responsibilities

Customer & Project Delivery

• Deliver agri-environment schemes and provide practical, commercially focused advice
• Lead environmental and water quality projects from concept through to completion, ensuring high-quality outcomes
• Manage relationships with water companies, supply chain partners and industry bodies

Commercial Growth

• Identify new business opportunities and contribute to revenue growth, spotting cross‑selling opportunities and having an active role in service development
• Represent the business externally and support the development of strategic partnerships

Team Contribution

• Support and upskill agronomy teams through training and technical guidance
• Collaborate across the business to strengthen environmental service delivery

About You

We’re looking for someone who combines strong environmental and agricultural knowledge with excellent interpersonal and commercial skills.

• Hands on experience of SFI and Countryside Stewardship schemes
• Experience working with farmers delivering environmental schemes
• Understanding of commercial agriculture and farming systems
• Experience in water quality, catchment management, or similar programmes
• Excellent communication and relationship‑building skills
• Commercial awareness with a proactive mindset
• Farming background or hands‑on agricultural experience
• Experience working with water companies or catchment partnerships
• Exposure to natural capital, biodiversity, or sustainability projects

Personal Attributes

• Self‑motivated and proactive
• Detail‑oriented with a strategic outlook
• Confident communicator and relationship builder
• Adaptable and comfortable working in a fast‑moving environment
• Curious, innovative, and solutions‑focused

Why Join Us?

• Join a growing team with strong foundations and real influence on future services
• Work across a diverse portfolio (agri‑environment, water, sustainability, biodiversity)
• Play a key role in developing new services and commercial opportunities

Apply Now

If you’re a commercially minded environmental professional with a passion for sustainable agriculture and building strong client relationships, we’d love to hear from you.