Who are we?
Black Bull Biochar (BBB) is a growing UK company scaling the use of biochar, a carbon-rich material that improves soil health and removes carbon from the atmosphere. We exist to restore our environment, remove carbon and enrich our industrial and agricultural systems. The company is entering an exciting expansion phase, growing its presence across Edinburgh, London, and Manchester, and building a team that will define the future of regenerative agriculture and carbon removal.
Who are you?
This is a unique opportunity for an individual who aspires to become a founder in the future. The successful candidate will work directly with BBB’s leadership team, supporting across the full spectrum of company-building activities including business development, culture development, events, hiring, and operations.
This is a high-impact role for someone who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment and is excited to shape the future of agri/climate technology. The role will involve contributing to projects that shape the company’s growth, including showcasing BBB in new markets, running strategic initiatives, hiring plans and building partnerships.
This position is ideal for someone who thrives in ambiguity, enjoys solving problems, and wants to learn by doing. The successful candidate will gain exposure to every part of the business and play a hands-on role in building a high-impact agri-tech and climate-tech company.
Key responsibilities:
- Lead hiring projects: Source candidates, manage pipelines, coordinate interviews, and help design processes that attract top talent.
- Support leadership: Work closely with the founders on strategic priorities and special projects.
- Drive business development: Assist with partnerships, events, and outreach to grow Black Bull Biochar’s network and brand.
- Own operational tasks: From onboarding new hires to improving internal systems, ensure smooth operations.
- Represent Black Bull Biochar externally: Attend events, conferences, and engage with partners and stakeholders.
What we are looking for:
- Leadership: Excellent leadership, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
- Entrepreneurial mindset: Strong curiosity for how different parts of the business operate.
- Ambition to build: A strong desire to start a company in the future and view this role as a stepping stone.
- Adaptability: Comfortable wearing multiple hats and switching between tasks quickly.
- People-first mindset: Passionate about building great teams and creating an exceptional candidate experience.
- Strong communication skills: Clear, confident, and persuasive across written and verbal formats.
- Organised and proactive: Able to manage projects independently and keep things moving.
- Curiosity and resilience: Eager to learn and capable of thriving in a fast-paced, sometimes ambiguous environment.
What you will get from us:
- A cross-cutting hands-on experience working in a purposeful, impact-driven, fast-paced start-up at the frontier of climate tech innovation.
- The change to grow and shape an organisation in its early stages.
- Health insurance including dental, optical and mental health cover.
- A fun work environment with a like-minded group of motivated, engaging entrepreneurs.
- 25 days annual leave a year, not including bank holidays and the ability to remote work permanently for two weeks a year.
- Building a greener future where your work removes carbon, restores soil health, decarbonises energy and creates a lasting positive impact for generations to come.
Applicants are required to have the right to work in the UK, BBB does not currently offer visa sponsorships.
Application details:
Press 'Apply Now' to send your CV and a cover letter on why you would be a great fit to alex@blackbullbiochar.com with the subject line 'Founder’s Associate Application'.
At this time, BBB can only accept applicants who are based in the locations specified and have the right to work in the UK.
Accepting applications until 5th January. Applications may close early if we find the right candidate for the role.
