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1116100
Harper Adams University (Shropshire)
01/09/2026
Other - See Job
Monday-Friday 40 Hours a Week
Smart Casual
Pay
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Description
Role
Moyns Park Estate is a historic private estate centred around a Grade I listed Elizabethan country house set within beautiful parkland in the heart of rural Essex. The estate encompasses farmland, woodland, environmental stewardship schemes, residential properties and grazing land, providing a diverse and rewarding working environment.
Due to the retirement of the current postholder, we are seeking an experienced, practical and highly motivated Working Estate Manager to oversee the day-to-day management of the estate and act as the owners' trusted representative during periods when they are away.
This is a unique opportunity for someone who enjoys a varied, hands-on role and takes pride in maintaining high standards across a traditional English estate.
The Estate
The estate includes:
- Arable farmland managed through a recently established Contract Farming Agreement with a neighbouring farming family.
- Approximately 37 hectares of established woodland.
- Extensive parkland with mature specimen trees.
- Grassland and former stud paddocks grazed by a partly owned flock of sheep.
- Environmental stewardship and Sustainable Farming Incentive (SFI) schemes across much of the landholding.
- Approved fencing and hedge-planting projects.
- Seven residential rental properties.
Duties and responsibilities
Estate Management
- Manage the day-to-day operations of the estate.
- Act as the owners' eyes and ears, ensuring the estate is well maintained and efficiently managed at all times.
- Monitor and maintain estate infrastructure, including tracks, drains, fencing, grounds and woodland.
- Undertake practical estate maintenance and coordinate specialist contractors where required.
Farming & Environmental Stewardship
- Liaise with farming partners operating under the Contract Farming Agreement.
- Assist with the delivery and compliance of SFI and other environmental schemes.
- Support woodland management activities and conservation projects.
- Oversee fencing, hedge planting and habitat enhancement work.
- Work positively alongside the estate's sheep enterprise.
Property & Contractor Liaison
- Serve as the first point of contact for residential tenants.
- Coordinate repairs and maintenance across seven estate properties.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with contractors, suppliers and professional advisers.
Administration & Financial Management
- Maintain accurate estate records and paperwork.
- Assist with budgeting, financial monitoring, cashflow forecasting and general estate accounts.
- Provide regular reports and updates to the owners.
Skills and experience
Essential
- Previous experience in estate management, farming, rural property management or a similar role.
- Practical experience with agricultural machinery and equipment.
- Strong organisational and communication skills.
- The ability to work independently and use initiative.
- A sound understanding of estate maintenance and countryside management.
- Experience of budgeting, accounts and financial planning.
- A trustworthy, reliable and proactive approach.
Desirable
- Experience of fencing and estate infrastructure projects.
- Knowledge of SFI and environmental land management schemes.
- Experience with sheep or livestock enterprises.
- Woodland management experience.
- Agricultural, forestry or estate management qualifications.
What We Offer
- A rare opportunity to manage a distinguished private rural estate.
- A varied and rewarding role combining practical estate work, administration and stakeholder management.
- Estate accommodation included with the position.
- Long-term opportunity with supportive and engaged owners.
This role would suit a practical, professional and adaptable individual who enjoys working across farming, conservation, property and estate management, whilst taking ownership of the smooth running of a prestigious country estate.
Location
Steeple Bumpstead, Essex
Benefits
A salary package in the region of 30k is available and will reflect the experience, skills and qualities of the successful candidate.
Applicants are requested to include details of their current remuneration package and salary expectations when applying.
In addition, the successful candidate will benefit from:
- Estate accommodation
- Estate vehicle
- Pension
- 28 days holiday including bank holidays
- The opportunity to work within a beautiful and historic private estate environment
How to apply
To apply for this position, please submit your CV together with a covering letter outlining your relevant experience and suitability for the role.
Applications and enquiries should be sent to:
Peter Bennett
Savills
Pbennett@savills.com
Early applications are encouraged. All applications will be treated in the strictest confidence.