Job Description

Background

FA Bio is an agritech start-up company developing a revolutionary microbial biofungicides and biostimulants pipeline. Our technology has the potential to transform the way we grow food, making it more sustainable and efficient. We are a close-knit team of passionate individuals who are committed to making a positive impact on the world.

FA Bio has recently secured 5.3M and is now gearing up for growth. With commercial agreements in place, microbial candidates in field trials and plans to expand their capabilities, we are now growing our team to help deliver our impact goals. Hence, we are now expanding our team and are looking for an Operations Coordinator to join our growing business.

We are committed to promoting a diverse and inclusive workplace that harnesses personal development and focuses on excellence. We offer a range of family-friendly, inclusive employment policies, flexible working arrangements, etc., to support staff from different backgrounds and personal needs.

Job Title: Finance and Operations Coordinator

To support the growth of the business and with our commitment to enhancing the effective running of our operational activities, we are hiring for a Finance and Operations Coordinator position. This is an onsite role. The successful candidate will be responsible for supporting the Office Manager and Head of Operations with a variety of essential and wide-ranging tasks to ensure the smooth running of business operations. The ideal candidate will be competent in prioritising their workload, can manage multiple tasks in an organised and efficient manner and be an effective team player. The candidate will be self-motivated, organised, adaptable, an excellent communicator, friendly and trustworthy, and will have excellent attention to detail.

Reporting Line

Reports to the Office Manager

Salary

Competitive (dependent on experience)

Full-time position

Benefits

Generous EMI Options Scheme upon 1 year of service Flexible working hours Employer-contributed pension scheme Cycle to Work Scheme Season Ticket Loan Free onsite parking Employee Assistance and Wellbeing Programme Enhanced maternity package and childcare support upon 1 year of service Death-In-Service life assurance Free onsite gym Subsidised canteen

Location

Rothamsted Research Centre, Harpenden, AL5 2JQ.

This is an on-site role.

Tasks & Responsibilities

This role offers the opportunity to work flexibly across a range of operational and administrative areas, depending on business needs. You will be expected to adapt your focus as required, with responsibilities that include:

Finance

Processing supplier invoices Raising customer invoices Processing weekly batch payments Tracking and reconciling credit card transactions and employee expenses Helping with month-end processes and bank reconciliations Tracking grant-eligible expenses and supporting claims
Procurement

Managing all aspects of the procurement and purchase request process, including: Requesting quotes from approved suppliers Generating and tracking purchase orders Coordinating and overseeing product deliveries including collecting parcels from the delivery point using a trolley, processing and distributing to various locations Handling supplier invoicing processes Addressing queries or issues related to purchase requests Maintaining positive relationships with suppliers and keeping records up to date
Logistical Support to Sampling Campaigns

Supporting SporSenZ trial sampling campaigns, including packing, shipping and return of sensors and soil samples Supporting Field trials with logistics across different geographical regions Communicating with growers to ensure the smooth running of the campaigns Accurate data entry and record keeping
Travel and Events

Coordinating travel and accommodation arrangements Organising logistics for conferences and training Coordinating internal meetings, including scheduling, organising room bookings, and collating transcriptions and recordings Assisting with the coordination of team events and quarterly board meetings
General Admin

Maintaining internal records and filing systems Helping to maintain a tidy and professional office environment, encouraging a shared responsibility for office cleanliness (e.g. keeping box clutter under control, flagging untidy areas) Managing international and domestic shipments using various couriers Carrying out other finance, administrative or operational tasks as required Any other ad-hoc tasks to support the business

Experience Required

Essential

At least 3 years of experience in a similar operational role Able to work independently and manage workload with minimal supervision Confident communicator, able to liaise with internal and external stakeholders Proficient in Microsoft Office and comfortable learning new systems quickly Must have the right to work in the UK permanently
Desirable

Experience in financial administration Knowledge of Xero, or a similar accounting software Involvement with procurement Experience working in a start-up or fast-paced small team environment. Knowledge of Monday.com
Skills

Ability to perform tasks to a consistently high standard with exceptional attention to detail. Highly organised with the ability to prioritise workload, multitask, and work to deadlines. Self-motivated, reliable and capable of working independently. Excellent team player, respectful and embraces diversity. Effective communicator and empathic in an international environment. Excellent problem-solving skills, and ability to react quickly and adapt to the ever-changing business environment. Works efficiently under pressure and keeps things moving during periods of high activity. Effective decision-making skills. Maintains clear and accurate records. Applies sound judgment when handling operational or financial decisions.
If you are interested in becoming part of FA Bio's team, please complete our application form which can be found directly here - https://wkf.ms/45Usx2H. Please complete this before close of business on the 8th August 2025. The job reference is FA_JOB_051.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Job Type: Full-time

Work Location: In person

Reference ID: FAJOB051