Job Title: Chief Adviser - Food System Relationships
Salary: c. £65,000 (dependent on skills and experience)
Location: Stoneleigh, Warwickshire (agile working)
Working Hours: 35 hours per week with flexibility
Contract Type: Permanent
About NFU
The National Farmers’ Union (NFU) is the biggest farming organisation in the UK. We shape attitudes towards British farming and lead the charge on major issues such as climate change, food standards, rural crime and broadband rollout.
Purpose of the Role
As the strategic lead for NFU’s relationships with food supply chain stakeholders, you will shape how British farming connects with retail, public and hospitality sectors. You’ll act as the internal authority and gatekeeper for NFU’s key relationships, ensuring alignment between our advocacy work and the evolving needs of the food industry.
Your work will catalyse meaningful collaboration between farmers, growers and food businesses, building resilient, mutually beneficial supply chains. By diagnosing challenges and developing evidence‑based policy solutions, you’ll support the reputation and development of British sourcing and embed principles of fairness and assurance across the sector. You’ll also lead a dynamic team, empowering them to deliver impactful work while managing budgets and stakeholder relationships.
What You’ll Bring
A deep understanding of the UK food supply chain with experience in stakeholder engagement, policy development and strategic relationship management. Your ability to navigate complex networks across brands, government bodies and industry groups will be key to driving NFU’s influence and convening power.
Strong leadership skills that inspire and guide your team, fostering collaboration and innovation. Confidence in public speaking, media engagement and representing NFU at high‑profile events. A passion for supporting British farmers and growers, and a commitment to advancing sustainable, fair and future‑facing supply chain practices.
Benefits
* Generous holiday allowance (30 days a year + Bank Holidays), plus 1 annual company day
* Option to buy and sell up to 5 days annual leave
* Company‑funded health Cashplan
* Health insurance
* Enhanced maternity, paternity and shared parental leave
* Performance‑related pay
* Competitive pension and life assurance
* Access to interest‑free loans for cars, bikes, season tickets and driving lessons
* Employee Assistance programme to help you deal with life’s challenges
* Discounts on a range of new vehicles, holiday rentals, wellbeing and lifestyle products
* Modern office with on‑site restaurant and free parking
Career Development
We’re committed to recruiting a diverse and highly talented workforce. We’ll support you with extensive learning and development opportunities and build a career that balances professional ambitions with personal commitments, including agile and flexible work options.
How to Apply
We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. If we find the right person for the role we reserve the right to withdraw this advert and close applications before the closing date.
Referral Program
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Seniority Level
Associate
Employment Type
Full‑time
Job Function
Consulting
Industry
Farming
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