Farm Business Consultant

About the Job

This is a highly collaborative role focused on growing our farm business consultancy and digital advisory presence across Cheshire and Lancashire. Working with the wider Farm Business Consultancy and Omnia teams, you will bring specialist advice to local farming businesses.

This role is built on close partnership with our established regional agronomy team. You will benefit from warm introductions and trusted relationships, while also building your own network and growing your presence across the region.

Key Responsibilities
• Deliver structured farm business consultancy, including budgets, cashflows, gross margins, business reviews, and long-term planning.
• Lead clients through environmental transitions, capital grants, and SFI applications in alignment with national advisory frameworks.
• Work closely with local agronomists to identify opportunities within the existing client base and deliver a joined-up advisory offer.
• Act as the regional Omnia champion, working face-to-face with growers to help them maximise the platform’s potential.

What We Offer
• A Team-Led Approach: Direct, warm introductions to an established regional client base through close alignment with our agronomy team.
• Dedicated Support Infrastructure: Support from our in-house Omnia Helpdesk team, who handle day-to-day troubleshooting and technical queries.
• National Framework & Backing: Structured strategies, peer support and technical input from experts across the business
• Comprehensive training and ongoing development, a competitive salary package, company vehicle, and excellent benefits.

We understand that confidentiality is vital when considering a move. For an informal, confidential discussion about this role please contact Kelly Earl, Recruitment Specialist – kelly.earl@hlhltd.co.uk or 07796 508490.

About You

About You
• A solid background in practical farm business consultancy, agricultural advisory, or progressive farm management.
• A natural collaborator who builds strong internal relationships.
• The credibility to influence farm decision-makers.
• A strong interest in digital farming and the ability to translate data into practical, profitable on-farm actions.

About Us

With many farming clients, representing over one million hectares, Hutchinsons are a leading agricultural and horticultural input advice and supply company.

Founded in 1938, Hutchinsons remains a family business and now employs over 550 staff nationwide, with more than half directly involved with client-facing agronomic relationships.

A forward thinking, can-do attitude is at the forefront of our philosophy. A long-standing commitment to customers and staff, technological advances and continuity of management are key strengths of the business.

The success of the company is a strong reflection of the dedication and enthusiasm of all staff working closely together cohesively and effectively – it’s our people that make the difference.