Lead Agronomist - Indoor Vertical Farming

Leading Agronomy within Sustainable Technology Driven Farming
East Anglia - Norwich
Salary - Up to £70K plus Strong Company Benefits

We are working in partnership with our sustainable farming client who is a trailblazer in sustainable food production, to recruit an exceptional Lead Agronomist to join their state-of-the-art indoor vertical farming operation in Norwich.

In this high-impact role, you'll lead and grow the agronomy function at one of their main farms, working alongside a diverse and passionate team to deliver consistent, high-quality commercial crops - including baby leaf and herbs - in a highly controlled environment.
As a key driver of crop performance, innovation, and quality, you'll work cross-functionally with operations, planning, and technical teams to ensure yields exceed expectations - and customers are continually impressed.

The Role:

• Leading and developing the agronomy team to ensure peak performance and technical excellence.
• Designing and implementing crop plans that maximise yield, quality, and shelf life.
• Using data-driven decision-making to improve growing practices and develop new product lines.
• Championing continuous improvement and innovation within a cutting-edge vertical farming environment.
• Representing the company with credibility in both internal meetings and external industry forums and events.

What We're Looking For:

• A plant expert with a relevant degree and 5+ years' experience in agronomy, vertical farming, or high-performance horticulture.
• Commercial awareness and scientific thinking, with a track record of delivering results in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
• Strong leadership skills - capable of managing and mentoring a skilled agronomy team.
• Data-savvy with a strategic mindset and the confidence to lead innovation.
• A proactive communicator, comfortable engaging with stakeholders across the supply chain.

Why join this business?

Be part of a values-driven organisation shaping the future of sustainable food.

Enjoy the autonomy to make real change - with short decision lines and a collaborative culture.

Work at the forefront of agri-tech, with the opportunity to lead innovation and contribute to national food security.

Play a central role in a fast-scaling company with huge potential for growth and impact.

Ready to lead the future of farming?

If you're a results-driven agronomist looking to shape the future of sustainable food production, we'd love to hear from you. Apply now or get in touch to learn more about this outstanding opportunity quoting reference number 10034.

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