Estate Manager (live-in)

Antonia Saunders; England; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A private estate in Shropshire is seeking an experienced Estate Manager to oversee the management of a 2,000-acre estate. The role includes overseeing operations in agriculture, forestry, and livestock, ensuring compliance with regulations, and managing finances. The ideal candidate will have extensive estate management experience and a passion for sustainability. Competitive salary of £50,000 – £70,000 plus excellent accommodation is offered.

Benefits

Competitive salary

On-site accommodation

Opportunity for environmental impact

Qualifications

• Extensive estate management experience with a track record of success.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural subsidies, grants, and rural business finance.
• Passionate about regenerative agriculture, ecology, and sustainability.

Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across arable, forestry, and livestock enterprises.
• Ensure compliance with governance, regulation, and health & safety standards.
• Manage estate finances, including accounts, budgets and grants/subsidies.
• Lead, manage and support estate staff and contractors.

Skills

Estate management experience

Knowledge of agricultural subsidies

Passion for regenerative agriculture

Organisational skills

Leadership abilities

Community-minded

Job description

Overview

Estate Manager – Private Estate, Shropshire
c. £50,000 – £70,000 DOE + Excellent accommodation

An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Estate Manager to oversee the smooth running of a 2,000-acre private estate in Shropshire, comprising arable land, forestry, and livestock.

Our client is seeking a highly capable individual with the depth of knowledge and proven experience required to manage a complex, diverse estate with confidence and vision.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across arable, forestry, and livestock enterprises.
• Ensure compliance with governance, regulation, and health & safety standards.
• Manage estate finances, including accounts, budgets and grants/subsidies.
• Lead, manage and support estate staff and contractors, fostering a positive working culture.
• HR duties.
• Deliver effective administration and office management.
• Develop and implement projects, including regenerative and experimental farming initiatives.
• Build and maintain relationships with local councils and the wider community.
• Promote an ecological and sustainable ethos throughout the estate.

The Ideal Candidate

• Extensive estate management experience with a track record of success.
• Strong knowledge of agricultural subsidies, grants, and rural business finance.
• Passionate about regenerative agriculture, ecology, and sustainability.
• Excellent organisational, administrative, and IT skills.
• Capable leader with strong people and project management abilities.
• Approachable, proactive, and community-minded.

Remuneration & Benefits

• Competitive salary c. £50,000 – £70,000 DOE.
• On-site accommodation: a comfortable farmhouse suitable for families and pets.
• Opportunity to shape the future of a progressive, environmentally conscious estate.