Farming for Nature Specialist

John Lewis Partnership; United Kingdom; Hybrid; GBP 48,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A well-known UK retailer is seeking a candidate to support their Farming for Nature Programme. The role involves data management, reporting, and communication strategies aimed at sustainability in farming. Applicants should have strong IT and analytical abilities, along with a passion for sustainability. The position is permanent with a hybrid working model, offering a salary range of £48,000 to £60,000.

Qualifications

• Strong analytical skills with data management.
• Experience in leading strategic projects.
• Excellent communication and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

• Support the delivery of the Farming for Nature strategy.
• Data collection and management for reporting.
• Manage internal and external communications.

Skills

IT and data management skills

Communication skills

Presentation skills

Organizational skills

Interest in sustainability or farming

Attention to detail

Project delivery experience

Education

Degree level qualification or 3 years relevant experience

Job description

About the role

In May 2024, Waitrose set out to lead the way in championing regenerative farming, supporting our UK farms in transitioning to a regenerative agriculture approach by 2030, which will protect nature, meet climate goals and build a resilient food system from the ground up. The team is expanding and this role will assist the team in delivering our ambitious plans at pace.

Responsibilities

You are responsible for supporting the delivery of the strategy for Farming for Nature Programme (Commercial), in line with the wider business strategy which will influence Customers, Partners and suppliers.

You will support delivery of the Partnership’s Farming for Nature strategy through leading on select initiatives, data analysis & data management to report on Programme KPIs, support and provide guidance for other teams.

Direct Responsibilities include:

• Data collection and reporting to Commercial, E&S & Suppliers


• Support internal stakeholder meetings including building internal & external engagement packs


• Management and development of both Farming for Nature website & Commercial website


• Supporting Leckford trade plan


• Supporting internal and external communications with Partner Comms


• Managing Leckford Visits (on and off Farm)


• Managing external and internal queries

Essential skills/experience you’ll need

• Strong IT and data management & analytical skills


• Strong written and verbal communication skills


• Strong presentation skills


• Excellent organizational skills


• Strong interest in and passion for sustainability and or farming


• Strong attention to detail


• Experience in leading the delivery of successful strategic projects

Desirable skills/experience you may have

• Degree level qualification or 3 years relevant experience.


• Experience in the relevant area of expertise.


• Knowledge of Regenerative Agriculture in a retail context.

Job details

• Expected Salary: £48,000- £60,000


• Contract type: Permanent, 35 hours per week


• Working pattern/flexible working: Hybrid – 3 days per week in the office (Leckford and Bracknell)


• Location: The Leckford Estate with regular working at Head Office, Bracknell