About our Organisation
Soil Association Certification Ltd exists to accelerate the just transition across food, farming and land use, as a global leader in sustainability certification. We deliver trusted solutions with nature, for people and planet through the certification of high integrity holistic standards. These assurance schemes cover a wide range of sectors including food, forestry, farming, landscape restoration carbon markets, beauty and wellbeing, textiles and catering.
We are recognised and trusted by consumers and businesses around the world, operating in over 60 countries delivering FSC and PEFC certification, and you will also find the Soil Association organic symbol on over 70% of organic products in the UK.
Soil Association Certification is a wholly owned subsidiary of the Soil Association, formed in 1946, which is the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and animal welfare. That’s because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation.
We campaign for change, we support farming innovation, we serve healthy food in communities, we support and grow the organic market, and we protect forests. We couldn't do any of this without our supporters, partners, donors and dedicated staff. We make a difference in the world where it’s needed the most.
About the Opportunity
The role offers the chance to join a dynamic and strategic team working within the organic sector and focusing on Organic beauty and wellbeing, and textiles industries. Collaborating with many exciting and passionate businesses who are committed to producing organic products that have a positive impact in the world. The role provides the opportunity to advocate for change and promote a system that sustains the health of wildlife, nature and people, and would be suitable for anyone passionate about this. This role sits within the supportive and friendly Business Development and Marketing team, who between them have many years of experience in the organic sector.
About You
The successful candidate will:
Have substantial experience or knowledge of the beauty and wellbeing and/or textiles industries and ideally some understanding of organic / natural.
Have experience of business planning, budget management and reporting. This role will lead on defining the strategic direction of the schemes and be responsible for both schemes growth.
Be able to demonstrate their ability to create effective partnerships and develop relationships with multiple stakeholders.
Be confident and motivated to promote Soil Association Certification and speak in public, including panel discussions.
Our Benefits
We offer a range of financial and lifestyle benefits to all our employees, including:
27 days annual holiday increasing to 30 days with length of service plus bank holidays (pro rata for part time)
Pension scheme with ethical investment options and employer contribution increasing with length of service
Free membership of the Soil Association and discounts on organic produce
Volunteer days to give back to the local community or support green initiatives
Family friendly policies and flexible working
Cycle to work scheme
Sociable and engaging workplace of professionals that share a passion for healthy, sustainable lifestyle and produce
Hours
37.5 hours per week
Permanent
Location
Bristol with hybrid working (40% office based)
Proud member of the Disability Confident employer scheme
Disability Confident
About Disability Confident
A Disability Confident employer will generally offer an interview to any applicant that declares they have a disability and meets the minimum criteria for the job as defined by the employer. It is important to note that in certain recruitment situations such as high-volume, seasonal and high-peak times, the employer may wish to limit the overall numbers of interviews offered to both disabled people and non-disabled people. For more details please go to Disability Confident .