Elsoms Careers
Working for Elsoms means that you will be part of something really special.
Please see the job vacancies that we have available below.
Open Positions
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Financial Accountant |
We are seeking a technically strong Financial Accountant to join the Finance team, reporting directly to the Head of Finance. The successful candidate will help maintain compliance with accounting standards and statutory requirements, prepare accurate financial statements (including income statements, balance sheets and cash flow statements) and ensure the integrity, accuracy and reliability of financial records and transactions across all group companies. The successful candidate must be able to demonstrate strong understanding of accounting principles in a group company environment with proven experience in a Financial Accounting role. You should be a fully qualified accountant with the ability to share knowledge with colleagues, effectively communicating at all levels of the business. Effective IT skills, time management and organisational skills are essential alongside excellent attention to detail. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
Responsibilities and Duties • Ensure financial processes and procedures are appropriate to maintain the integrity, reliability and accuracy of financial systems and data, complying to accounting standards • Prepare financial statements for audit for group companies and liaise with auditors • Maintain company share registers and assist with the administration of company share schemes and share trading processes • Control monthly consolidation process for group companies by: ▪ Coordinating monthly and annual intercompany recharge postings ▪ Ensure all intercompany transactions are posted and reconciled across group entities ▪ Maintaining up to date reconciled inter-company borrowing positions to support decision making • Coordinate corporation tax, R&D tax credit and VAT return preparation • Prepare balance sheet accounts and cash flow reports • Represent the finance department in business development activities, including projects and M&A activities • Collaborate with team members to support their development and ensure role coverage • Work with the Management Accountant to ensure accurate reporting and provide cover as needed • Liaise with company teams, customers, suppliers, auditors and other external stakeholders to represent the business effectively |
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Qualifications • ESSENTIAL – ACA / ACCA qualifications or equivalent Please send your application form and CV to Margaret Desoyza (01775 20715000, or hr@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: 31/01/25 |
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Genomics Researcher |
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Genomics Specialist to join our Lab Team within the R&D department at Elsoms Seeds Ltd. Your role will be to work in our dedicated laboratories managing the internal and external genomics research projects. This includes identifying, sourcing, and developing markers/genes for commercially relevant traits, and carrying out associated bioinformatics, to enable marker assisted selection. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
About Elsoms Seeds Ltd. Elsoms is the UK’s leading independent seed specialist and plant breeder. We breed, supply and treat high quality vegetable and agricultural seed throughout the UK, using the latest in plant breeding research and seed technology. Established in 1844, Elsoms has remained an independent family-owned business throughout its history, now with around 100 employees. The Elsoms R&D department invest in our own plant breeding programmes. Our goal is to produce new and improved varieties of arable and vegetable crops, playing our part in the global challenge for sustainable food production and food security. |
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What we are looking for We want someone who is passionate about plant science and applying this to enable us to produce seeds and plants varieties that produce more from less. We are looking for someone with PhD level qualifications in genetics and/or plant sciences, or equivalent by experience. Essential skills:
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Additional information Job location: Spalding, UK Working pattern: Full time position (37.5 hrs per week), Monday to Friday, permanent (subject to a probation period). Please send your application form and CV to Margaret Desoyza (01775 2020715000, or hr@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: 20/12/24 |
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Head of Field Services |
About Elsoms Seeds Ltd. The Elsoms R&D department invest in our own plant breeding programmes. Our goal is to produce new and improved varieties of arable and vegetable crops, playing our part in the global challenge for sustainable food production and food security. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
What will you be doing? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Field Services to lead our Field Services Team within the R&D department. Your role will be to manage trials (including breeding, commercial, open day, third party and official trials), plant propagation and elite seed production, purity and multiplication. Day to day your responsibilities will be managing and developing the team and facilities, setting and delivering on projects and providing technical/agronomy support. Please see the job description for further information on the role. |
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What we are looking for We want someone who is passionate about agriculture/horticulture and agronomy and has significant experience managing field trials. You will need deliver high standards of work and have a strong attention to detail. We are looking for someone with a degree in a relevant subject, strong leadership skills, and ability to manage projects to help the company achieve its goals. Essential skills:
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Additional information Job location: Spalding, UK Working pattern: Full time position (37.5 hrs per week), Monday to Friday, permanent (subject to a probation period). Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with long service award Benefits:
Application instructions If you meet the above criteria, we would be happy to hear from you. Please send a CV and covering letter explaining your motivation for applying to the role to HR@elsoms.com. Informal enquiries can be made to Richard.Tudor@elsoms.com Due to visa requirements, we can only accept applications from individuals with long-term eligibility to work in the UK already granted. Elsoms actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. Please send your application form and CV to Margaret Desoyza (01775 202020715000, or hr@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: |
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Head of Research and Lab Services |
About Elsoms Seeds Ltd. The Elsoms R&D department invest in our own plant breeding programmes. Our goal is to produce new and improved varieties of arable and vegetable crops, playing our part in the global challenge for sustainable food production and food security. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
What will you be doing? An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Head of Research and Lab Services to lead our team within the R&D department. Your role will be to manage our laboratory services (including micropropagation, genomics, pathology and trait discovery) which supports our breeding programmes and 3rd party customers. You will also translate our breeding and innovation goals into internal and external research projects. Day to day your responsibilities will be managing and developing the team and facilities, managing and delivering on projects, providing technical support, and networking with researchers.
Please see the job description for further information on the role. |
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The position |
What we are looking for We want someone who is passionate about plant science and applying this to enable us to produce seeds and plant varieties that produce more from less. We are looking for someone with PhD level qualifications in plant sciences, or equivalent by experience, strong leadership skills, and ability to manage projects, to help the company achieve its goals.
Essential skills:
Additional information Job location: Spalding, UK
Working pattern: Full time position (37.5 hrs per week), Monday to Friday, permanent (subject to a probation period).
Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with long service award
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Application instructions If you meet the above criteria, we would be happy to hear from you. Please send a CV and covering letter explaining your motivation for applying to the role to HR@elsoms.com. Informal enquiries can be made to Richard.Tudor@elsoms.com Due to visa requirements, we can only accept applications from individuals with long-term eligibility to work in the UK already granted. Elsoms actively supports equality, diversity and inclusion and encourages applications from all sections of society. Please send your application form and CV to Margaret Desoyza (01775 202020715000, or hr@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: |
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Laboratory Assistant |
Due to the expansion of our team, an exciting opportunity has arisen for a Laboratory Assistant to join our Plant Breeding team within the R&D department at Elsoms Seeds Ltd. Your role will be to work in our dedicated laboratories across three work areas: plant tissue culture, molecular biology and phytopathology. This role provides a rare opportunity to work within a multi-disciplinary environment and develop a broad portfolio of scientific skills. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
What we are looking for The role is available to all levels, from entry to experienced, and as full training will be provided, previous knowledge of the three work areas, plant science or laboratory work is not essential. We are looking for someone with the right attitude and willingness to get stuck in, and someone with an interest in plants and the environment. Ideally a good GCSE or A-level qualification in a scientific subject, or experience within a laboratory environment is advantageous. Essential skills:
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Additional information Job location: Spalding, UK Working pattern: Full time position (37.5 hrs per week), Monday to Friday, permanent (subject to a probation period) Leave: 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing to 30 days with long service award Benefits:
Please send your application form and CV to Margaret DeSoyza (Contact: extension 5043, or hr@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: 20/12/24 |
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Summer Jobs |
Looking for a hands-on experience in the agriculture industry? Elsoms, the UK's leading independent seed specialist and plant breeder, is seeking students over the age of 18 to join our summer team in Spalding, Lincolnshire. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
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To apply, please contact Margaret Desoyza at HR@elsoms.com Please send your application form and CV to Margaret Desoyza (01775 715000, or HR@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: |
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Wheat Breeding Seed Purification Specialist |
We are seeking a Wheat Purification Specialist to work as part of our Wheat Breeding programme. The successful candidate will be an integral part of the team, sharing the responsibility for all aspects of the wheat purification system. Previous experience of working in a laboratory and/or in pure seed production would be advantageous. You should be self-motivated and independent as well as able to communicate effectively at all levels across the business. A full, clean driving license will be required. |
Spalding, Lincolnshire |
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Please send your application form and CV to Margaret De Soyza (Contact: extension 5043, or hr@elsoms.com) Deadline for applications: 02/02/2025 |
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