Head of Research and Development

Due to continued expansion and restructuring our client is looking to appoint a Head of R&D, reporting to the Managing Director, to work at our head office site in Spalding. This position will play a vital role in the continued growth of their business.

Key responsibilities:

• To lead and manage all R&D activities including breeding, trials, seed production and research contracts.
• To develop strategies for R&D and ensure they meet the overall company strategy.
• Set up relevant costing and budgetary control measures.
• Maintain and build our close working relationships with our key partners.

Candidates should demonstrate:

• A proven track record in a similar role.
• Leadership experience and good networking abilities.
• Success in plant breeding.
• The successful applicant will also be proactive, organised, a good communicator, professional and a team player.
• They will be qualified to at least degree level with good experience of vegetable plant breeding techniques and the industry.
• This role will involve some travel in the UK and occasionally internationally, so
• applicants must have a valid UK drivers license, and be prepared to travel.

Salary commensurate with experience.
Benefits include contributory pension scheme and life insurance