Certification Officer - Food & Drink Processors
| Dyddiad hysbysebu: | 23 Gorffennaf 2025 |
|---|---|
| Cyflog: | £27,701 bob blwyddyn |
| Oriau: | Llawn Amser |
| Dyddiad cau: | 20 Awst 2025 |
| Lleoliad: | BS1 6AD |
| Cwmni: | Soil Association |
| Math o swydd: | Parhaol |
| Cyfeirnod swydd: | ORG6117-SB1359520BriCOFDP |
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Certification Officer - Food & Drink
Location: Bristol with hybrid working
Salary: £27,701 pa
Employment Type: Full-time 37.5 hours, Permanent
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…
About the Opportunity
We are looking for a Food & Drink Processor Certification Officer to join our team to carry out a range of tasks in relation to the certification of organic food & drink products. They will be responsible for carrying out the certification and account management for a shared portfolio of organic processors, ensuring that they are supported in adhering to all relevant organic regulations and Soil Association standards in line with our accreditation requirements. They will also maintain and build on relationship with a personal portfolio of licensees, as well as with potential new customers.
About You
You will have excellent organisational and time management skills, and take ownership of tasks and pride in completing them accurately, efficiently and on time.
You will be a a good team player that assists colleagues and shares information and ideas, capable of building and maintaining positive working relationships with others.
You will have a passion for customer care and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
You will be open and honest, showing empathy and consideration, and be able to be flexible and respond to changing priorities.
You will be computer literate, and be empathetic with the aims and objectives of the Soil Association.
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
To Apply
Click ‘apply now’ to submit your application form. Please note we look at applications on arrival and reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
Please check your junk/spam folder if you do not receive a confirmation email upon submitting your application. All candidates will subsequently receive an email to confirm whether they have made it through to interview stage.
For any queries, please contact recruitment@soilassociation.org
Please note we do not accept CVs or Cover Letters.
We know the value of diversity in nature and want it in our organisation. We recognise that diverse backgrounds and experiences will bring a fresh perspective to our work. If you're not sure about applying, please get in touch with us for a chat.
Thank you for your interest in supporting our work at the Soil Association.
Location: Bristol with hybrid working
Salary: £27,701 pa
Employment Type: Full-time 37.5 hours, Permanent
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…
About the Opportunity
We are looking for a Food & Drink Processor Certification Officer to join our team to carry out a range of tasks in relation to the certification of organic food & drink products. They will be responsible for carrying out the certification and account management for a shared portfolio of organic processors, ensuring that they are supported in adhering to all relevant organic regulations and Soil Association standards in line with our accreditation requirements. They will also maintain and build on relationship with a personal portfolio of licensees, as well as with potential new customers.
About You
You will have excellent organisational and time management skills, and take ownership of tasks and pride in completing them accurately, efficiently and on time.
You will be a a good team player that assists colleagues and shares information and ideas, capable of building and maintaining positive working relationships with others.
You will have a passion for customer care and excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
You will be open and honest, showing empathy and consideration, and be able to be flexible and respond to changing priorities.
You will be computer literate, and be empathetic with the aims and objectives of the Soil Association.
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
To Apply
Click ‘apply now’ to submit your application form. Please note we look at applications on arrival and reserve the right to close this vacancy early.
Please check your junk/spam folder if you do not receive a confirmation email upon submitting your application. All candidates will subsequently receive an email to confirm whether they have made it through to interview stage.
For any queries, please contact recruitment@soilassociation.org
Please note we do not accept CVs or Cover Letters.
We know the value of diversity in nature and want it in our organisation. We recognise that diverse backgrounds and experiences will bring a fresh perspective to our work. If you're not sure about applying, please get in touch with us for a chat.
Thank you for your interest in supporting our work at the Soil Association.
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