Project Director - Agricultural Consulting

The Role

Our client, a highly respected, independently owned consultancy specializing in securing and managing farming grant funding, is seeking to appoint an experienced Project Leader to support the next phase of its growth.

This is a pivotal role, responsible for commercializing business operations, driving operational excellence, and developing a strategic roadmap for sustainable business growth. Working closely with the leadership team, the successful candidate will lead key projects, optimize processes, identify new commercial opportunities, and ensure the business is well-positioned to capitalize on future market developments.

This is an exciting opportunity for a commercially minded project leader who thrives in a dynamic, entrepreneurial environment and is passionate about delivering meaningful impact within the agricultural sector.

Our client is seeking an ambitious individual with strong potential for growth and progression. The successful candidate will be expected to take on increasing levels of responsibility and, over time, assume a more senior leadership position as the company continues its ambitious growth journey.

The Candidate

The ideal candidate is a commercially astute and ambitious project leader with a proven ability to manage complex projects and drive business growth within a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment. They will combine strong commercial awareness with excellent stakeholder management skills and are motivated by the opportunity to make a tangible impact in the agricultural sector.

They will be a proactive, results-oriented individual who is comfortable taking ownership, identifying opportunities for improvement, and leading cross-functional initiatives from concept through to execution. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills are essential, along with the ability to influence both internal and external stakeholders.

The successful candidate will demonstrate:

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• Proven project management experience, with the ability to deliver multiple initiatives on time and within budget.
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• Strong commercial acumen and an understanding of how projects contribute to business performance.
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• Excellent relationship-building skills, with the confidence to engage customers, suppliers, and senior leadership.
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• A collaborative leadership style, with the ability to motivate teams and drive accountability.
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• A strategic mindset, coupled with a hands-on approach to execution.
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• High levels of initiative, resilience, and adaptability in a growing business environment.
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• A genuine interest in the agricultural/land or grants sector and a passion for delivering innovative, customer-focused solutions.
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This role offers an exceptional opportunity for an ambitious professional seeking long-term career progression. The successful candidate will be expected to grow with the business, assuming increasing levels of responsibility and developing into a senior leadership position as the company continues its expansion.