UK Agronomist

Founded in 2013, Soil Capital is a certified B-Corp agronomy firm based in Belgium, dedicated to building resilient and regenerative supply chains. Our mission is to empower farmers by unlocking the value of their ecosystem services, while partnering with global agri-food companies committed to transforming our agricultural system.

We reward farmers for climate-positive practices and collaborate with leading agri-food companies to improve sustainability, reduce Scope 3 emissions, and make a meaningful impact on society and the environment.

As we expand, we’re looking for a UK Agronomist at Soil Capital, and you’ll join the wider Agronomy team, while working closely with our other agronomists in the UK.

The location preference for a suitable candidate is England. Hybrid or office based opportunities available (Hammersmith, London).

Role Overview

The advertised role is largely a desk based role, however you will be expected to attend farm and corporate events, liaise largely with farmers and manage our team of external agronomists. You’ll play a crucial role in managing and supporting our ever growing external agronomy team.

This position offers an exciting opportunity for a driven individual that can or has the potential to effectively manage people, to return a  timely and high standard of work.

The role also offers good opportunities to pivot into other roles within the business, particularly with the opportunity to upskill to an agronomy role.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the daily responsibilities of guiding farmers through their carbon assessments.
• Manage and liaise with external agronomists (~5)  who are solely responsible for doing carbon assessments. 
• Support the other teams in the business by providing updates and reports of carbon assessment progression
• Contribute to the wider agronomy team with ideas and recommendations for improving farmer transition to regenerative farming
• Contribute and liaise with the product team to improve our platform, mySoilCapital.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate effectively with team members, particularly with many of those speaking in their second language.
• Motivated and able to work independently, as well as part of a collaborative team.
• A history of people management, or a proactivity in seeking to upskill. 
• Fluency in English
• Driving licence highly preferable

Why Join Soil Capital?

At Soil Capital, we are committed to building a sustainable and regenerative food system, with farmers at the heart of this mission. By joining us, you’ll have the opportunity to grow your career in a mission-driven company, surrounded by passionate colleagues.

Here’s what we offer:

• Flexible holidays policy: Take the holidays you need, while coordinating with your team and respecting the demands of your role.
• Team incentive bonus: Based on your total salary package.
• Flexible remote work: You can work remotely 2 days per week, with flexibility, provided you coordinate with your colleagues.
• Company events and travels: Join quarterly company events and visit our offices in Louvain-la-Neuve (Belgium) and London (UK).
• Be part of a leading startup dedicated to sustainable agriculture and environmental stewardship.

• Working alongside passionate individuals who are driving meaningful change in the industry.
• A straightforward and transparent hiring process.

Soil Capital is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage applications from all candidates who meet the job requirements, regardless of their race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, or disability.

Be part of a supportive, dynamic team that celebrates successes together and works toward a shared mission of transforming the future of agriculture!