Farm Management Consultant Job in Perth, Scotland
Currently recruiting for a Farm Management Consultant job with a leading rural consultancy, based from their office in Perth, Scotland. The role is best suited to candidates with both strong practice experience and consultancy experience within farm management. Offering a salary of up to £50,000 plus benefits.
A leading rural consultancy operating across the UK, this firm specialises in providing professional advice to landowners, farmers, and estate managers. With expertise in farm management, they support clients in maximising the performance and sustainability of agricultural businesses. Their services cover everything from strategic business planning and budgeting to compliance, grant applications, and succession planning. Drawing on deep local knowledge and decades of experience, they deliver tailored solutions that balance commercial goals with long-term land stewardship.
Role & Responsibilities
1. Managing Contract Farming Agreements and advising on farm business structures
2. Providing financial planning, budgeting, cost control, and risk management advice
3. Conducting farm assessments and developing strategies to improve profitability
4. Advising on crop rotation, livestock management, and sustainable farming practices
5. Implementing agri-environment schemes and sourcing grant funding
6. Supporting business development and client acquisition
7. Assisting with adoption of agricultural technology
8. Monitoring farming regulations, trends, and best practices.
Required Skills & Experience
9. Proven experience with farm management consultancy and managing farming agreements
10. Strong understanding of modern farming processes, technology, and techniques
11. Strong communication skills and ideally business development experience
12. Full UK Driving Licence and car
13. Ideally degree qualified in a relevant subject, but not essential.
What you get back
14. Salary of up to £50,000 depending on experience
15. 30 days annual leave + birthday off
16. Hybrid working (3 days in office)
17. Flexible working
18. Life insurance
19. Professional subscriptions
20. Cycle to work scheme
21. 24/7 virtual GP service
22. Social events throughout the year.