Project Specialist

Just Farm Ltd; Lower Slaughter; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job summary

Just Farm Ltd is seeking an empathetic and analytical individual to join their Office team. The role involves developing knowledge of agricultural funding schemes, managing projects, and enhancing client relationships. This full-time position offers the possibility of evolving into a senior role, along with a competitive salary and KPI bonus package in a supportive environment.

Benefits

Structured KPI bonus package

Regular access to business mentor and leadership coach

Qualifications

• Ability to become a subject matter expert and present complex concepts.
• No specific industry experience required, but previous project management experience is beneficial.

Responsibilities

• Develop knowledge of DEFRA annual payment schemes.
• Plan and achieve targets through project delivery.
• Build client relationships through organized project management.

Skills

Communication Skills

Team Player

Project Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Degree level education

Job description

Leading the delivery of Ambitious Agri-Environment Agreements

Just Farm has an immediate vacancy in our Office team. We are looking for empathetic, analytical individuals who are passionate about helping Farmers and Landowners to deliver the latest and most appropriate funding schemes. This position has the opportunity to develop into a senior role. We are a fast-growing business based in the heart of the Cotswolds.

At Just Farm we are challenging the status quo, striving to serve client’s best needs and become the go to service provider for all farming grants. As a team we are quietly confident, efficient, accurate and excellent communicators, helping clients maximise their potential.

Responsibilities

• Develop a leading knowledge of the core DEFRA annual payment schemes including Higher Tier Stewardship and Sustainable Farming Incentive Schemes.
• Plan and work to achieve targets through the delivery of multi faceted projects; enabling the submission of Applications and Claims, leveraging tools such as Client Relationship and Project Management systems.
• Collaborate with Client Managers and Directors to build strong and lasting relationships with clients by demonstrating a highly organised approach to Project Management through timely communication, attention to detail and problem solving.
• Develop the role and service using initiative and by supporting the Operations Manager; refining and, where appropriate, proposing improvements to internal processes for operational excellence.
• Grow existing business relationships by fully communicating Just Farm values and service to stakeholders, including external suppliers, and building excellent feedback.

Requirements

• Degree level education: showcasing the ability to become a subject matter expert and present complex concepts.
• Proactive Team Player: Demonstrating the ability to work in a tight knit team, championing colleagues and driving towards a shared goal.
• Operate in a results driven, outcome focused environment: Owning a target and controlling the outcome, for both workload and personal objectives.
• Great Communication Skills: Effective communication skills are essential, both in terms of listening and understanding the client’s ambition, but also the ability to influence decisions and present value propositions.
• Passionate about the Countryside: working with Farmers and Landowners building an understanding of what drives this essential industry.

No specific industry experience is necessary, however previous experience gained in delivering and managing projects will be highly beneficial.

This is a full-time position. The successful Candidate will work from our office near Bourton on the Water, Gloucestershire and be required to live within 40 minutes driving time.

Package

Excellent salary and structured KPI bonus package, to reflect experience.

Regular access to our business mentor and leadership coach.

If your experience meets our criteria and you are looking to join a great team and grow your career, please apply within.

Applications

In strictest confidence, with CV and covering letter, to;

Edward Earnshaw, Managing Director [e-mail]

(References may be contacted, only after first interview)

Closing date: 8th August