Agricultural Economist
London based

The CLA is a pro-active and forward thinking membership based organisation, committed to the positive development of the rural economy.

Reporting to the Director of Policy and Advice this role will be a key member of the CLA’s advisory team. The CLA, and through its partners the European Landowners Organisation, is a major stakeholder in European agricultural policy. We are seeking an experienced Agricultural Economist who is able to represent the interests of rural farmers and landowners at all levels of Government particularly within the EU institutions. The role will also have a general responsibility for advising the Association on all economic matters affecting rural land management and business.

The successful candidate, educated to post graduate level, will
demonstrate:

• Experience as an Agricultural Economist with a thorough knowledge of all aspects of economic policy impacting on the countryside and in particular, a comprehensive knowledge of the
CAP and related matters;
• Strong practical knowledge of the EU and its relevant institutions;
• Ability and confidence to communicate at a high level with a wide range of policy advisers and decision makers both in the UK and EU;
• Ability to discuss matters within the portfolio with members of all segments of the CLA’s membership;
• Ability to make a compelling case both verbally and in writing;
• Self motivation and an ability to work on own initiative;
• Ability to work as part of a team;
• Demonstrate an understanding on the key issues affecting rural land managers and businesses.

Please apply in writing by email, explaining how you meet the criteria for the position together with a CV to recruitment@cla.org.uk to arrive no later than 13 February 2011.