Salary
Salary up to £33,168 per annum
Opportunity
The main purpose of this role is to deliver expertise to farmers, crofters and other clients in the allocated region.
SAC Consulting is a direct route for knowledge generated within SRUC to be shared directly into the agricultural industry. The role is primarily about the delivery of expertise to the agricultural sector but also requires the skills and capability to collaborate with all parties acting within the agriculture, land and food-based industries.
Through expert knowledge, support, technical advice, tools, and collaboration, consultants assist and support their clients to meet their individual business objectives and increase efficiency and sustainability, as well as helping industry stakeholders, government agencies and private sector businesses to deliver on their organisational objectives.
In addition, SAC Consultants work collaboratively with colleagues across SRUC to strengthen the links between industry and research and education.
This role is suited to individuals with experience of working in the agricultural sector with knowledge and skills in arable cropping and upland and hill livestock systems. Experience of the challenges faced by small‑to‑medium sized agricultural businesses will be an advantage.
Key Responsibilities
* Support the provision of technical and financial consultancy services to farmers, crofters, managers and other local rural businesses
* Identify business opportunities for SAC services for non‑farming clients in the rural community and promote, provide and sell such services appropriately
* Promote, market and sell SAC services which will be serviced by the consultant, other local staff and specialist colleagues
* Maintain effective local liaison with staff of other organisations with rural interests, including banks, commercial companies, Local Enterprise companies, SNH and NFUS
Minimum Qualifications
* A qualification in Agriculture or another relevant discipline. You will be educated to SCQF level 8/9 or have a HND/Degree in Agriculture, Business or a subject related to this job role.
* You should be a naturally articulate communicator, with proven IT skills.
* Self‑motivated and a team player.
* You should have experience of the following:
o Practical experience of the agricultural industry in Scotland
o Agricultural production systems
o Livestock farming systems
o Financial analytics and reporting, business development
o Scottish farming policy, agencies and industry partners
* Full driving licence.
Desirable Qualifications and Experience
* BASIS, FACTS, FBASS
* Ability to identify business opportunities
* Public speaking
* Consultancy experience
* Knowledge of SGR PID policy and subsidy schemes
Benefits
* Generous annual leave
* Enhanced pension contributions
* Cycle to work scheme
* Discounted RAC membership
* Generous family leave
* Hybrid working arrangements (in some areas)
* Tailored investment in learning and development
Eligibility for Sponsorship
Please note that this position may not meet the criteria for Skilled Worker visa sponsorship. Applicants must have the right to work in the UK without requiring sponsorship.
Equal Employment Opportunity
SRUC is committed to valuing diversity, advancing equality and respecting human rights throughout the organisation and encouraging applications from disabled people. SRUC is a member of the Athena SWAN charter.
Legal Disclaimers
SRUC is a charitable company limited by guarantee, SC003712, registered in Scotland. No SC103046.
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