Location
Leatherhead, Surrey. The South East Rivers Trust (SERT) region covers the south east of England, extending from Hampshire in the west to Kent in the east, with the northern border south of the Thames and extending down to the English Channel. You will be required to attend the Leatherhead office up to 4 times a month. Travel across the SERT region to project sites and external meetings is expected and can be extensive.

Hours
Full Time. Flexible hybrid working arrangements available.

Salary
£31,585 per annum

About the Role
We are seeking a proactive and approachable Farm Advisor to support farmers, growers, and landowners in building more resilient farming businesses while delivering lasting benefits for rivers, water resources, and nature. This role is the face of South East Rivers Trust's on-the-ground farm engagement, supporting the Holistic Water for Horticulture (HWH) project alongside a growing programme of water resilience and catchment restoration work.
You will work closely with farmers to identify practical opportunities that improve water management, soil health, and environmental outcomes, while helping to shape future projects and investment. Although initially focused in the eastern part of the operational area, you will also support colleagues and partners across the wider South East to develop projects benefiting farming, communities, and the environment.
Key responsibilities include building trusted relationships with farmers, growers, and landowners; undertaking farm visits, assessments, and producing farm plans; providing advice on water resources, water efficiency, nature-based solutions, diffuse pollution, and funding opportunities; supporting the development of project pipelines, business cases, and funding proposals; collaborating with colleagues, water companies, regulators, and partners to deliver integrated catchment-scale projects; and supporting monitoring and evidence collection to demonstrate impact and inform future delivery.

Experience
Experience working with farmers, growers, landowners, or rural businesses to provide advice on land, water, or environmental management. A good understanding of farming systems, water resilience, and the challenges facing the agriculture and horticulture sectors. Experience developing and delivering environmental or land management projects.

About you
You will enjoy working with farmers and rural businesses, building trusted relationships and turning opportunities into practical projects that benefit both farming and the environment. Strong communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence a range of audiences. Good organisational and problem-solving skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities. A proactive and collaborative approach with a passion for sustainable farming and healthy catchments.

Qualifications
Not explicitly stated, but relevant experience and knowledge in farming, water management, or environmental projects are essential.