Farm Business Consultant - South

Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.  We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future. 

Food consumption is expected to rise by 60% in the next 20 years. Our challenge is to affordably and sustainably meet that escalating demand while global resources diminish.  Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to help nourish the world.

Promar International is part of Genus Plc and has been a leading provider of consultancy services to farmers, food companies and retailers. We create and analyse a vast array of industry data to keep us at the forefront of trends and provide reliable evidence to back our advice.

Enabling farming customers to achieve their overall business objectives by providing independent direction and actions to improve performance on a continual basis through the successful delivery of farm consultancy. There will be a particular emphasis on optimizing enterprise performance and improving profitability.

• Schedule meetings and complete contracted work in line with customers’ expectations; identify opportunities to develop new business
• Contribute to the successful growth and development of the Promar International business
• Network at farmer meetings to build and maintain contacts and understanding of needs
• Produce measurable results with customers, improve profitability and fulfil customer objectives
• Actively maintain and cultivate a prospect portfolio to generate income in line with fee expectations
• To continually develop skills and knowledge that will contribute to the success of the individual and the wider business

• Agricultural or business-related qualification to HND or Degree level
• Previous relevant experience in agriculture is essential
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to work under pressure to achieve set deadlines
• Ability to work autonomously and as part of a team
• Work consistently to a high standard with attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills and the ability to identify and influence key decision makers
• A high level of computer literacy for Microsoft Office applications

Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.