Estate Manager

Company: Agricultural and Farming Jobs Agency
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Location: Lower Blandford St Mary
Job Description:

Estate Manager | Vacancy Reference: 60885 DM

This role is not eligible for UK Visa Sponsorship; the successful applicant must have a pre-existing Right to Work in the UK.

Company Information

Our client is a prestigious private estate with a substantial and diverse property portfolio located on the South Coast. Combining heritage, commerciality, and community focus, the Estate offers a unique opportunity for an experienced property professional to make a lasting impact.

About the Role

  • Manage the day‑to‑day operations of a diverse property and land portfolio.
  • Oversee maintenance programmes, repairs, and capital improvement projects.
  • Manage external contractors, consultants, and service providers.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with tenants, occupiers, and stakeholders.
  • Monitor budgets, expenditure, and service charge performance.
  • Support the delivery of strategic estate initiatives and development opportunities.
  • Ensure compliance with property, health & safety, environmental, and statutory requirements.
  • Identify opportunities to enhance asset value, estate performance, and operational efficiency.
  • Provide regular reporting, analysis, and recommendations to senior leadership.

Location

Bournemouth, Dorset

Salary Package

£75,000 – £85,000 basic salary depending on skills and experience

About You (Essential Experience)

We’re looking for a commercially minded property professional who can combine strategic thinking with a hands‑on approach to estate management.

  • Experience managing mixed‑use property portfolios, estates, or landholdings.
  • Strong knowledge of property management principles and industry best practice.
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and relationship management skills.
  • Experience managing contractors, consultants, and projects.
  • Strong financial and budget management capability.
  • A proactive, solutions‑focused mindset.
  • Exceptional organisational and communication skills.

Professional qualifications such as MRICS, AssocRICS, or a related property qualification would be advantageous but are not essential.

What’s on Offer

  • The opportunity to manage a prestigious and historic estate with a significant presence in the local community.
  • A varied and rewarding role spanning property, land, and estate operations.
  • The chance to influence the long‑term success and stewardship of a unique portfolio.
  • A collaborative and supportive working environment.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package.
  • Bournemouth‑based role offering an exceptional coastal location and quality of life.

If you’re looking for a role where you can make a genuine impact while managing a unique and highly regarded estate portfolio, I’d love to hear from you.

*Applicants must hold an NVQ Level 2, Scottish NVQ Level 2 or an equivalent qualification relevant to the job.*

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Posted: June 27th, 2026