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SAC Consulting is looking for a Senior Agricultural Consultant / Area Manager or an Agricultural Consultant to join our Stornoway team preferably on a full-time, permanent basis - though part time applicants will be considered. In this role, you will provide advice to crofters and land managers i
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FARM MANAGEMENT CONSULTANT

We are looking for an experienced Farm Management Consultant to join our team. This is an opportunity to join a team with a diverse portfolio of projects.

Bell Ingram is one of the UK’s largest independent firms of property specialists. We work with national and international clients to manage rural and commercial property portfolios, always aiming to provide the best advice and service to help them make the most of their assets.

What We Offer

By joining Bell Ingram, you will be part of a supportive team working on varied and interesting projects. We offer:

• Excellent career development opportunities
• A competitive salary, based on experience
• Enhanced holiday allowance
• Ongoing professional training and development
• Opportunities to gain experience across different areas of the business

Your Benefits

We believe in supporting our employees both professionally and personally. Benefits include:

• Flexible working
• Cycle to work scheme
• A day off for your birthday
• Volunteer leave
• Access to 24/7 GP and mental health support
• Annual staff conference
• Social and sporting events

The Role

As a Farm Management Consultant, you will work directly with farm owners and operators, providing expert advice to help improve efficiency, profitability and sustainability. You will assess farm businesses, identify areas for improvement, and provide tailored solutions across financial planning, crop and livestock management, and environmental schemes.

Your key responsibilities will include :

• Managing and overseeing Contract Farming Agreements
• Providing financial planning, budgeting, and cost-control advice, for in hand and contract farmed units
• Conducting on-site farm assessments to identify areas for improvement
• Advising on farm business structures, including crop rotation and livestock management
• Implementing and managing agri-environment schemes
• Sourcing and applying for grant funding
• Developing and delivering farm business strategies to improve profitability
• Recommending sustainable farming practices to improve efficiency and reduce environmental impact
• Supporting business development, including securing new clients
• Helping farmers integrate new agricultural technologies
• Developing risk management strategies to help farms deal with market changes and extreme weather
• Keeping up to date with farming regulations, trends, and best practices

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

• A strong working knowledge and practical experience of farm management
• Experience of managing contract farming arrangements (livestock and arable)
• A degree in a relevant field (desirable but not essential)
• A good understanding of modern farming, including crop and livestock management and sustainable farming techniques
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Good communication skills and the ability to build relationships with clients

Location

Perth – Our headquarters, situated on the banks of the River Tay, has been home to Bell Ingram since 1962. This office has the largest team across all our locations, with specialists in Rural Land Management, Estate Agency, Architecture, Forestry, and Utilities. Our in-house Accounts Department, which provides financial services for clients and Bell Ingram itself, is also based here.

We support flexible working, including some home working if required.

Bell Ingram is committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and is proud to be a Carer Positive organisation.

Interested?

For informal enquiries, please contact Mark Mitchell at 01738 621121.

To apply, please email your CV and covering letter to our HR Manager, Kirsty Watson, at

We are looking for a driven, experienced Farm Business Consultant to join a leading agricultural services business. This is a chance to be part of an expanding team, shape the future of farm consultancy, and support farmers in building thriving, sustainable businesses.

If you're passionate about farming and enjoy working closely with farmers, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

What You'll Do:

• Work with farmers to prepare budgets, gross margins, and cashflows.

• Conduct farm business appraisals and support clients with grant funding applications.

• Provide expert farm management advice and collaborate with agronomy teams for seamless service delivery.

• Represent the company at industry events and promote our range of services.

What We're Looking For:

• Experience in Farm Business Consultancy with practical farming knowledge.

• A proactive, positive mindset and excellent communication skills.

• Strong relationship-building skills and attention to detail.

• Full UK driving licence with flexibility to travel regularly.

What's on Offer:

• A home-based role with regular customer visits.

• The opportunity to shape farm consultancy services.

• Ongoing professional development and a competitive salary package, including a company vehicle.

How do I apply?

For more information and an informal confidential discussion please call Ollie O'Driscoll on: or e-mail your CV and covering letter To . Thank you.

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Are you ready to take the lead in shaping the future of UK agriculture?

A unique opportunity has opened up for an experienced Farm Management Consultant to join a forward-thinking team tackling a diverse range of rural and land-based projects. With a portfolio that spans the full spectrum of rural consultancy, this role offers challenge, variety, and room to grow.

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