Business Details
26 Years
experience
Your Trusted Agricultural Recruitment Partner in Worcester
De Lacy Executive has been dedicated to agricultural recruitment since its founding in 2000. Our team combines deep industry knowledge with personalized service, connecting skilled professionals with leading agribusinesses. Founded by John Davies, our expertise stems from firsthand agricultural experience, ensuring we understand both employer needs and candidate aspirations. In 2017, our partnership with Farms.com expanded our global reach while maintaining our commitment to tailored recruitment solutions. Our consultants undergo rigorous training to master sector-specific insights, from farm management to ag-tech innovations.We prioritise long-term relationships, offering continuous support through headhunting, market analysis, and strategic onboarding guidance. Our success is built on matching technical expertise with cultural fit, ensuring sustainable placements across the agricultural supply chain. With offices in Worcester, we serve clients nationwide while maintaining international connections through our parent company. Our dedication to excellence has made us the UK's longest-established agricultural recruitment consultancy, trusted by businesses of all sizes.
Services
Agricultural Recruitment
Senior Management Placement
Farm Management Roles
Technical Specialist Hiring
Supply Chain Recruitment
Details
- Year established: 2000
Highlights and features
- We specialise exclusively in agricultural recruitment with 24 years of sector-specific expertise
- Our consultants combine formal training with firsthand agricultural industry experience
- We offer international recruitment capabilities through our Farms.com partnership
- We provide end-to-end recruitment support from headhunting to onboarding guidance
- Our dedicated consultants maintain deep connections across the agricultural supply chain
What people say
Outstanding experience
Personalised approach
Exceptional support
Seamless process
Top-tier firm
Services
Agricultural Recruitment
Specialist recruitment services connecting agricultural businesses with qualified professionals across farming, food production, and related sectors. Our consultants combine industry expertise with targeted headhunting to identify candidates matching both technical requirements and company culture. With 24 years of sector experience, we provide tailored solutions for permanent and temporary roles.
Senior Management Placement
Strategic executive search services for leadership positions in agricultural organisations. We identify senior professionals with proven track records in farm management, agribusiness operations, and supply chain leadership. Our process includes in-depth candidate assessment and cultural alignment analysis to ensure long-term executive success.
Technical Specialist Hiring
Targeted recruitment of technical professionals for specialised agricultural roles. We source experts in agronomy, animal nutrition, agricultural engineering, and food production technologies. Our network includes professionals with niche expertise in both traditional and emerging agricultural disciplines.
People
John Davies
Founder
Established De Lacy Executive in 2000 after experiencing recruitment challenges in agricultural management. Leveraged industry insights to create a specialist recruitment consultancy focused on agricultural professionals and businesses.
Grace Nugent
Managing Director
Joined De Lacy Executive to lead strategic growth initiatives. Brings extensive agricultural sector knowledge and leadership experience to drive the company's expansion and service development across new market areas.
Questions
What agricultural sectors do you specialise in?
We cover all aspects of agriculture including livestock, arable farming, ag-tech, food production, and agricultural machinery. Our expertise extends to both technical and management roles across the supply chain.
How do you support job seekers?
We offer CV advice, market insights, interview preparation, and offer negotiation support. Our consultants provide tailored guidance throughout the job search process and maintain confidentiality throughout.
What makes your recruitment process unique?
Our agricultural specialists combine industry experience with targeted headhunting. We focus on cultural fit as well as technical expertise, providing ongoing support from initial application through to onboarding and beyond.
How quickly can you fill positions?
We typically provide shortlists within 2-4 weeks depending on role complexity. Our established network and proactive candidate search capabilities enable efficient recruitment processes while maintaining quality standards.
