With climate change induced weather unpredictability, natural resource scarcity, and an estimated global population of 9.7 billion by 2050, AgTech driven innovation within the Agricultural industry has never been more pressing. We’re invested in supporting companies throughout these changes by matching exceptional talent to commercial need!

Agriculture & AgTech

As 12% of the world’s land and 70% of water consumed by farming, AgTech is transforming the Agricultural industry.

Research-led transformations like vertical farming; AI-guided farm management; soil health insights; and the emergence of robotics & drones are radically realigning the market towards ever-increasing sustainability. That’s where our expertise comes in: unique insight gained from speaking to industry leaders enables us to stay on top of market trends and not only predict where talent and companies can be harmonised but capitalise on our established network to facilitate hiring.

Agriculture & AgTech

We recognise that a comprehensive understanding of your brand and culture is integral to mutual success. That’s why our passion for the industry underlines everything we do.

Whether it is from an appreciation of technical jargon derived from my background in Chemistry and sustainability, or a solid grounding in the dynamisms of the market, our commitment to adding value to AgTech and Agricultural companies is unparalleled. This comprehensive industry knowledge and personalised approach to clients distinguishes our consultative techniques from our competitors and ultimately helps to create a better future for all.

Specialisms A-Z

Farm Management Software

Fertilizer

Precision Agriculture

Regenerative Agriculture

Seeds

Seeds & Traits

Traits

Vertical Farming / CEA

When it comes to bespoke approach, allowing us to deliver finding the high-performers of tomorrow, theres no one-size-fits-all solution. We make every search personal, diverse and provide an individual unrivalled experience.

Direct Contact

One point of contact. It creates a smooth, success-driven process.

To deliver the best executive search solution, we work closely with the hiring manager to better understand the organisation and it's culture. Having one dedicated recruiter and one point of contact ensures a smooth process from start to finish.

Explore approach

360°

360° talent mapping. Presenting the best candidates first time round.

We thoroughly map out a market and identify all possible matches for the specific position, as well as reciting notification when a new candidate becomes avaliable. Upon request, we can provide an overview of the market and movements within it.

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Approach

Adopting a tailored approach to executive search.

Our team at Irving Knight view global executive search from an alternative perspective. Utilising a wealth of market knowledge and vast industry connections, we deliver an unrivalled experience for both clients and candidates alike. As a team of talented recruitment professionals, we trust that our deep understanding of the intricacies that each market entails takes us one step further.

Explore approach

Delivering the best results

Over 80% of our searches are conducted under the retained model allowing us to conduct a meticulous and comprehensive service.

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Agriculture & AgTech

Agriculture & AgTech

As 12% of the world’s land and 70% of water consumed by farming, AgTech is transforming the Agricultural industry.

Agriculture & AgTech

We recognise that a comprehensive understanding of your brand and culture is integral to mutual success. That’s why our passion for the industry underlines everything we do.

When it comes to bespoke approach, allowing us to deliver finding the high-performers of tomorrow, theres no one-size-fits-all solution. We make every search personal, diverse and provide an individual unrivalled experience.

Direct Contact

One point of contact. It creates a smooth, success-driven process.

360°

360° talent mapping. Presenting the best candidates first time round.

Approach

Adopting a tailored approach to executive search.

Delivering the best results

96%

We've filled 96% of the roles that we have engaged with on an exclusive basis.

1.52:1

Our CV Sent to Interview ratio across all searches engaged on in the last 12 months.

94%

94% of our clients say they would use our services again on another assignment.

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Why The Retained Search Method Provides The Best Results

The world has changed and adapted over the last year. So have we.

Agriculture & AgTech

As 12% of the world’s land and 70% of water consumed by farming, AgTech is transforming the Agricultural industry.

Agriculture & AgTech

We recognise that a comprehensive understanding of your brand and culture is integral to mutual success. That’s why our passion for the industry underlines everything we do.

When it comes to bespoke approach, allowing us to deliver finding the high-performers of tomorrow, theres no one-size-fits-all solution. We make every search personal, diverse and provide an individual unrivalled experience.

Direct Contact

One point of contact. It creates a smooth, success-driven process.

360°

360° talent mapping. Presenting the best candidates first time round.

Approach

Adopting a tailored approach to executive search.

Delivering the best results

96%

We've filled 96% of the roles that we have engaged with on an exclusive basis.

1.52:1

Our CV Sent to Interview ratio across all searches engaged on in the last 12 months.

94%

94% of our clients say they would use our services again on another assignment.