Rural Estate Manager, Hatfield Park Estate, Hertfordshire

Astrec Solutions Limited; Hatfield; On-site; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

Astrec Solutions Limited is seeking a Rural Estate Manager to lead and develop the rural portfolio of Hatfield Park Estate. This role involves managing tenanted rural property, driving innovation, and enhancing sustainability practices. The ideal candidate will have MRICS qualifications and expertise in rural estate management, budget management, and effective stakeholder communication, contributing to the estate's strategic objectives.

Qualifications

• Experience in rural estate management and understanding of farming and forestry.
• Skills in budgeting, strategic planning, and performance analysis.
• Innovative and collaborative approach with effective communication.

Responsibilities

• Lead the management of the Estate's rural assets and operations.
• Identify new revenue opportunities and ensure compliance in operations.
• Strengthen relationships with tenant farmers and stakeholders.

Skills

Budget Management

Strategic Planning

Performance Analysis

Effective Communication

Commercial Acumen

Sustainability Focus

Education

MRICS

Job description

Hertfordshire

REF: 10108

An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Rural Estate Manager to lead and develop the rural portfolio of the Hatfield Park Estate, part of Gascoyne Estates, which also includes the Cranborne Estate in Dorset, and London property interests.

Reporting to the Hatfield Estate Director, and working closely with other department heads, you will lead a small team to manage the Estate’s rural assets and operations, drive innovation, identify new revenue opportunities and ensure alignment with Gascoyne’s wider strategic objectives.

The role involves managing the tenanted rural property including six let farms and a significant portfolio of wayleaves, easements and grazing paddocks, overseeing forestry and mineral operations, environmental management, renewable energy projects, and two in-hand shoots. It also includes supporting wider development and diversification initiatives and addressing land law matters. A strong emphasis is placed on environmental stewardship, conservation, sustainability and the promotion of natural capital.

Primary responsibilities will include, managing the rural budget and overseeing land-based operations, strengthening relationships with tenant farmers and stakeholders, leading the Land Management team, identifying and implementing new income streams, setting the strategy and shaping future business plans, ensuring compliance, H&S, and safeguarding of Estate interests, and enhancing the Estate’s profile through marketing and social media.

Candidate Profile:

• Ideally MRICS with experience of rural estate management and an understanding of farming, forestry and wider land management practices
• Strong skills in budgeting, strategic planning and performance analysis
• Innovative, entrepreneurial, and collaborative in approach
• Effective communicator and confident influencer
• Comfortable working independently and driving change
• Commercially driven with a passion for sustainability

This is a rare chance to take on a leadership role within a forward-thinking Estate, influence its future direction, and further your career within a supportive and dynamic team.

For a copy of the Job Description and to discuss confidentially please contact Helen Astill by email [e-mail] or telephone [phone].

For a confidential discussion and more information please contact Helen Astill via the details below:

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