Job Description
City: Hampshire
State: South East England; England
Company: Colville Search
Job Title: Estate Manager – Private Estate
Location: New Forest, Hampshire
Contract Type: Full-time, Permanent
Salary: £60,000 – £80,000 plus Relocation Package
Overview:
A unique and exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced and proactive Estate Manager to oversee the daily running and long-term management of a prestigious private estate in the heart of the New Forest. The estate is extensive, multi-faceted, and requires a hands-on, practical individual who can combine strong leadership with operational expertise. Discretion, loyalty, and high standards are essential.
The Role:
The Estate Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day operations and long-term planning of a large, historic estate, home to a high-profile family. The role requires both strategic oversight and a practical approach to ensure the smooth functioning of the property and all related activities.
Key Responsibilities:
- Oversee all estate operations including grounds, woodland, gardens, residential properties, security, and maintenance
- Lead, manage, and motivate a team of staff, including gardeners, housekeepers, maintenance workers, and contractors
- Liaise closely with the Principals and household staff to ensure seamless coordination of household and estate activities
- Maintain and implement schedules for buildings, machinery, vehicles, and infrastructure maintenance
- Budgeting and financial oversight of estate operations and project management
- Manage relationships with external contractors, suppliers, and local authorities
- Ensure health & safety compliance and implement robust security procedures
- Support special events and occasional entertaining on the estate
The Ideal Candidate:
- Proven experience managing a large private estate or similar rural property
- Practical and hands-on approach; willing to assist with tasks across the estate as required
- Strong leadership and team management skills
- Excellent organisational and project management abilities
- Knowledge of land and property management, including conservation and woodland
- Financially astute with experience managing budgets and procurement
- Discreet, trustworthy, and respectful of confidentiality
- Ideally familiar with the New Forest area or similar rural settings
- Full UK driving licence
Accommodation & Relocation.
In addition, a relocation package will be offered to the right candidate to support a smooth transition into the role.
Start Date: November
