Estate Manager Job

Greycoat Lumleys; Johannesburg; On-site; ZAR 300,000 - 400,000; Full time

Job summary

An established global partner is seeking an Estate Manager to lead and oversee operations across multiple locations in Johannesburg. This hands-on role requires a natural leader with experience in managing high-net-worth residences and a commitment to developing staff. The successful candidate will be responsible for the upkeep of the estate, staff recruitment, and administration while reporting directly to senior management. With a competitive salary and benefits, this position offers an exciting opportunity for growth within a global family. If you are a dedicated and empathetic leader, this role is perfect for you.

Benefits

Accommodation provided

Opportunity for progression

Immediate start available

Other employment benefits

Qualifications

• Experience managing multiple residences and overseeing diverse teams.
• Proven leadership skills with a background in high calibre appointments.

Responsibilities

• Oversee operations and staff across 3 locations in Johannesburg.
• Implement systems and structures for effective estate management.

Skills

Leadership

Staff Management

Coaching and Development

Procurement

Empathy

Job description

Estate Manager - Johannesburg, South Africa - Oversee 35 staff across 3 locations

A truly global partner of Greycoat Lumleys is seeking an Estate Manager to oversee the staff & operations of 3 locations based in and around Johannesburg, South Africa. Our client is seeking only those with UHNW experience in a similar role, ideally managing residences in the UK, Europe or the USA.

Duties:

• This is a leadership role, managing a diverse workforce of circa 35 employees across 3 locations
• All the systems, processes and dynamics of the estate will need a fresh overhaul, with the majority of the initial work in putting systems and structures in place
• Even though a senior appointment, this is a hands-on role, working with an established and loyal staff
• Must take an active role in the upkeep of the main house, assisting the House Manager
• Coaching, training and development of existing staff
• Recruiting additional, replacement and short term staff when required
• Estate administration and procurement
• Reporting directly to the global Chief of Staff and the Principals

To be considered:

• Must be a natural Leader, with gravitas and a background of high calibre appointments
• Must be South African or hold a long-term valid work permit
• Must have experience setting up new residences / estates
• Must have experience managing multiple residences / locations
• Must be a Driver
• Have no personal commitments to other regions in South Africa; you will be based, live and work on the estate
• Must be an empathetic, hands-on leader with a coaching, nurturing style

Benefits:

• Salary is negotiable, although circa £70,000 per annum (147,000 ZAR Gross per month)
• Accommodation provided, able to have partners and a dependent live with them, although NO PETS
• Opportunity for progression with a truly global family
• Other employment benefits
• Immediate start available

Job no: 146551

Consultant: Andy Hodges