Cannabis Agricultural Technologist Jobs

The Company:

Leyton is a global consultancy firm dedicated to helping companies of all sizes improve their business performance. Founded in 1997, we have grown to over 1,400 employees in 11 countries, with US offices in Boston and San Francisco.

Currently in the US, our specific expertise is in the implementation and optimization of Research and Development (R&D) Tax Relief and Credits. Our business consultants, technical experts and tax specialists work with a wide range of companies, offering strategic advice on how R&D work can be structured and financed.

We offer real career opportunities in a fast-growing, friendly firm with a dynamic and ambitious team. Our compensation package is competitive and you will be rewarded on the basis of your personal performance, as well as on the basis of the company's overall achievements. For the right candidate, the extensive growth plans for the US offer the opportunity to progress quickly.

Function of the role:

The Agricultural Technologist will be providing technical advice to US companies by investigating their latest R&D projects to identify where qualifying work is taking place. You will be working with existing and new clients who invest in R&D, to extend and expand their businesses.

Main Responsibilities will include:

• Technical subject matter expertise in the area of agricultural technology/science
  
• Preparation and review of industry-related R&D tax claims
  
• Drafting clear technical and financial documents related to R&D activities
  
• Generating new cost-saving opportunities for business in relation to their R&D projects
  
• Working with a variety of high-profile clients and liaising with leadership
  
• Interacting with the tax authority, to defend the claim if necessary
  
• Staying abreast of developments in industry and identifying new business opportunities
  

Desired experience and skills:

• Experience related to agricultural technology or agricultural science (including college courses as part of a degree program or internships)
  
• Bachelor’s degree required, PhD preferred
  
• Keen interest in the agriculture industry
  
• Experience in the cannabis industry preferred
  
• Curiosity, awareness and an interest in science, technology and innovation
  
• Excellent communication skills
  
• Enthusiastic team player
  

Perks and Benefits

Leyton offers a comprehensive benefits package including health, vision, dental, healthcare FSA, HRA, 401K, pre-tax transit and parking plans, PTO, and observed holidays. With a culture built on collaborative teamwork, respect and honesty, energy and can-do attitudes, dynamic innovation and excellence, Leyton fosters a supportive and empowering environment.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Leyton provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. Leyton complies with all applicable federal, state and local laws regarding recruitment and hiring.

This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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