Agriculture Governance & Assurance Manager

Location

Malton, North Yorkshire

Company

Sofina Foods

Hours of Work

Full-time

The Ideal Candidate

• A background in Agriculture, Animal Science, or relevant industry experience
• Experience with livestock, preferably pigs but not essential.
• Experience with farm audits, assurance schemes, and compliance platforms
• Strong organisational skills, ability to multi-task, attention to detail, work to deadlines and clear communication
• Self-motivated, Confidence working with internal teams and external stakeholders
• A solid understanding of UK farming legislation, animal welfare requirements, and certification processes
• A strong focus on animal welfare and maintaining high standards.
• IT competent, including Microsoft Office.
• Clean UK driving licence.

Company Information

Sofina Foods isn't just a food company - It’s a place to build your future.

With a team of over 13,000 people across 40 sites in Canada and Europe, we're passionate about delivering quality meats and seafood products to consumers around the world.
Join a company where innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction drive everything we do. At Sofina, you’ll grow your skills, make a real impact, and work with responsibly sourced products from more than 50 protein sources across five continents.

Our vision is bold: to be the most successful food company in the world. If you’re looking for a rewarding career in the food industry, there’s a place for you at Sofina Foods.

Country Code

GB

Why Sofina Foods?

• Life assurance scheme
• Free onsite parking
• 30 days holiday (inclusive of bank holidays)
• Access to the Sofina employee discounts portal

Schedule

Monday to Friday

Additional Benefits

Car Allowance

Salary

£45,000 - £55,000

Equal Opportunities

Sofina Foods is proud to be an equal opportunities employer. We’re committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued and respected.
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and experiences – regardless of age, disability, gender identity, marriage or civil partnership status, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Oversee the farm assurance and compliance programme across designated supply groups
• Plan and coordinate farm audits and support audit visits as required.
• Manage certification and compliance data systems (e.g., Authenticate, Foods Connected, EMB, M&S Select Farm portal)
• Maintain relationships with certification bodies, managing contracts and costs
• Collaborate across departments (Procurement, Technical, Breeding, Finishing, Commercial) to align assurance with business needs
• Support new farm certification and onboarding processes
• Provide farm visits, training, and coaching to promote compliance and welfare best practices
• Keep farm standards and policies up to date with evolving regulations and customer requirements
• Liaise with customers, vets, government bodies, and independent producers to ensure compliance throughout the supply chain

Summary

Step Into a Key Management Role in Agricultural Compliance. Drive Standards, Shape Strategy, and Lead Real Change Across Our Farm Network