Estate Manager

Large private estate in Shropshire requires experienced Estate Manager.
  
The estate is a mixture of arable, forestry and livestock, and the role requires someone with a depth of knowledge to be able to run the estate seamlessly.
  
The ideal candidate will have extensive estate management experience, including knowledge of grants/subsidies and accounts/estate finances.  Must have a passion for regenerative practices, open to experimental farming methods, and a cheerful, willing approach.
  
Duties include:
  

• Meeting with the owner to discuss plans, events, and general estate requirements.
• Budgeting and Financial Management: Developing and managing the estate's budget, tracking expenses, and ensuring cost-effective operations.
• Property Management: Overseeing the maintenance, repair, and upkeep of buildings, gardens, and grounds. This includes coordinating with maintenance staff and contractors.
• Staff Supervision: Hiring, training, and managing estate staff, including housekeepers, groundskeepers, and security personnel.
• Deal with tenants and monitor tenancy agreements.
• Work alongside farm manager and forestry contractors.
• Legal Compliance: Ensuring that the estate adheres to local laws and regulations, including zoning, labour laws, and health and safety standards.
• Sustainability Initiatives: Implementing environmentally friendly practices and managing conservation efforts within the estate's grounds.
• Vendor Management: Establishing relationships with vendors and suppliers for services such as landscaping, maintenance, and catering.
• Security and Safety: Ensuring the security of the estate, including managing security systems and protocols, and overseeing safety compliance.
• Managing all administrative tasks like submitting insurance claims, filing legal documents, and preparing invoices.