ESTATE MANAGERS

The Lady Limited; Puddletown; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A private estate management company in Puddletown is seeking couples to manage the day-to-day operations of their retirement estates. Candidates should possess strong people skills, organizational abilities, and a passion for grounds maintenance. This role offers a competitive salary, accommodation on-site, and additional benefits. Applications close on 17 October 2025.

Benefits

Employee Assistance Programme

Health & Mental Health wellbeing app

Life Assurance

24 Virtual GP

PeopleSafe – lone worker support

Long service recognition

Qualifications

• Versatile couples who can manage day-to-day estate operations.
• Interest and competence in general grounds maintenance.
• Ability to handle crises and work well with residents.

Responsibilities

• Manage the day-to-day running of private estates.
• Act as a 'good neighbour' to residents.

Skills

People skills

Organizational skills

Grounds maintenance

Job description

Overview

Cognatum Estates is the leading provider of high specification rural retirement estates. Set apart from our competitors by our prime locations, handsome buildings, beautifully-landscaped grounds and the personal attention of our estate managers, our purpose is to enable downsizers to maintain a stylish, secure and independent lifestyle throughout retirement.

Role

We are currently looking for versatile couples who can manage the day to day running of our private estates, with a “good neighbour” role to our residents. We are looking for couples who love working with people, are well organised, practical and unflappable in a crisis which provides our owners with a hassle-free retirement. Our estates are made up of beautiful grounds therefore, it is essential that applicants have a keen interest in and are competent at general grounds maintenance.

Benefits and Terms

The successful couple will be provided with a competitive salary along with accommodation on the estate and payment of utility bills. This is in addition to the other benefits we offer, including; Employee Assistance Programme, Health & Mental Health wellbeing app, Life Assurance, 24 Virtual GP, PeopleSafe – lone worker support, long service recognition and not forgetting to be part of a fantastic nationwide team.

Estate

Walpole Court (Puddletown); Walpole Court is built in the former stables and walled garden of 17th-Century Ilsington House, home to the first Lord Walpole. Our estate has 24 cottages and apartments located in the converted stables and coach house and is located minutes from the local shops and restaurant.

For reference, more information can be found at: https://cognatum.co.uk/retirement-estates/walpole-court-puddletown/

Application

If you would like the opportunity to work in a highly rewarding environment and can rise to the challenge that managing a retirement development demands, we would like to hear from you.

Closing date for applications: Friday, 17 October 2025

For further information on the role and estate please contact: 01491 821 150
Cognatum Estates, Pipe House, Lupton Road, Wallingford, OX10 9BS
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