Standards Project Officer
Soil Association
About our Organisation
The Soil Association, formed in 1946, is the only UK charity which works across the spectrum of human health, the environment and animal welfare. That’s because we cannot tackle these issues in isolation.
We campaign for change, we support farming innovation, we serve healthy food in communities, we support and grow the organic market, and we protect forests. We couldn't do any of this without our supporters, partners, donors and dedicated staff. We make a difference in the world where it’s needed the most.
About the Opportunity
Join a passionate and collaborative team at the heart of the Soil Association’s mission to transform the way we eat, farm, and care for the natural world. As part of the Standards Innovation team, you'll play a vital role in maintaining and publishing our world-leading organic standards. Our work is dynamic and rewarding, with a unique blend of technical precision, stakeholder engagement, and purposeful impact. You'll be part of a friendly, values-driven organisation where ideas are welcomed, and your contribution supports a healthier, more sustainable future for people and planet.
About You
We're looking for someone with:
- Strong project coordination experience
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Great attention to detail and accuracy
- Confidence managing stakeholders and chairing meetings
- A proactive, solutions-focused mindset and passion for organic principles.
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
Hours
28 hours per week (over 4/5 days)
Permanent
Location
Bristol with hybrid working (40% office based)
About Soil Association
The Soil Association is a charity working with everyone to transform the way we eat, farm, and care for our natural world.
We build real solutions from the ground up. For the last 75 years, we've worked with citizens,
farmers, policy makers and businesses, supporting them to explore the vital relationship
between the health of soil, plants, animals and people. Because the only way to solve the
issues we face is to understand that they are all connected - and that food, farming and
forestry are a vital part of the solution.
The Soil Association is a charity working with everyone to transform the way we eat, farm, and care for our natural world. We build real solutions from the ground up. For the last 75 years, we've worked with citizens, farmers, policy makers and businesses, supporting them to explore the vital relationship between the health of soil, plants, animals and people. Because the only way to solve the issues we face is to understand that they are all connected - and that food, farming and forestry are a vital part of the solution.
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