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Estate Manager Agency
An Estate Manager is an ideal choice for clients who have a large estate or portfolio of properties that requires a hands-on, experienced individual. In particular, manage the day-to-day efficiency, financial success and on-going general maintenance of all sites and systems.
In addition, depending on the household and duties required, in the absence of a Butler, or House Manager, the Estate Manager may oversee the other members of staff.
Experience
An Estate Manager will have at least 5 years’ experience working in a similar role.
Qualifications
An Estate Manager will have at least 5 years’ experience working in a similar role to ensure they can hit the ground running. Qualifications could range from degrees in Agriculture, Engineering, to Hospitality Management, to construction and project management.
What’s more, they will also have experience of fire and risk assessments, health and safety and be heritage aware.
Live-in salaries
Range from £750+ net per week typically for an 8-10 hour day, Monday to Friday
Live-out salaries
Range from £800+ net per week typically for up to a 10 hour day, Monday to Friday
For the Exterior:
Project manager
Annual servicing of all systems
Gatekeeping and overall security of the private family estate
Security lighting of grounds
Manage exterior and estate staff and service personnel including drivers, gardeners, contractors and security personnel
Oversee and coordinate all maintenance and construction projects
Hands on assistance in property repairs / renovations
Negotiate with and choose external contractors
Direct the planning and supervision of contractors, builders, architects, construction and maintenance
For the Land:
Supervise landscaping, seasonal turf and garden care
Oversee paddock and pasture maintenance, mowing, streaming, chain harrowing and spraying etc
Maintain garden, greenhouse and vegetable gardens
Ensure proper care for trees and woodlands
Maintain pool, saunas, tennis court and croquet lawns
And in the Home:
Manage household calendar
Ensure that proper care is taken of the wine cellar
Maintain heating, air conditioning, sound television and internet systems
Prepare home for arrival and stay of Principal’s family and guests
