Estate/Farm Manager
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Position Overview & Specifications
Estate/Farm Manager £30,000 -£40,000 + two bedroom lodge accommodation in an idyllic setting near Hay-on-wye. This is a unique opportunity to help run, develop and maintain a small estate in a glorious setting on the edge of the Black Mountains in Herefordshire. The role involves hands on responsibility for the day to day running of a 112 acre estate including the farm (largely sheep), woodland, estate properties and grounds. You also have the opportunity to contribute to an arts centre and festival, and there is the potential to initiate and grow new ventures. Your own self contained lodge accommodation and garden is included with the role. We are located at the top of a valley on the edge of the Black Mountains only ten minutes from the famous book town of Hay, and 90 minutes from Bristol. The role includes but is not limited to: * The running and responsibility for farm accounts, acquisitions, and expenditure. * The management, welfare and nutrition of the stock. * The maintenance of fencing, hedges, and grass quality. * Responsibility for machinery and estate vehicles. * Landscaping, woodland, grounds and gardens maintenance. * The upkeep of property including basic plumbing, decorating and carpentry. The successful applicant will be able to demonstrate a passion for the land and the experience and skills needed to be able to carry out the role effectively and to make projects successful. You will be ambitious, creative, hardworking and highly organised. You will have experience of running your own projects and for guiding and directing others when required. You will be confident working on your own and as part of a team. Core computer skills and a full driving licence are necessary requirements. We are looking to appoint someone before the beginning of May. If you think you have the dynamism, motivation and vision to be able to carry out this unique role successfully, please apply enclosing a full cv and covering letter.
Job Type: Full-time
Salary: £30,000.00-£40,000.00 per year
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekend availability
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Hay on Wye: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)
Work Location: One location
Expected start date: 01/05/2023
Candidate Selection & Onboarding Process
Application & Resume Screening
Submit your tailored CV/Resume directly to the talent acquisition portal.
Technical & Competency Interviews
Virtual interviews with the hiring manager and multidisciplinary team.
Formal Offer & Benefits Negotiation
Written agreement outlining compensation, equity, retirement vesting, and relocation allowances.
Onboarding & Corporate Integration
Equipment provisioning, team orientation, and commencement of duties.
United Kingdom Right to Work & Skilled Worker Visa Guide
Employment in the United Kingdom requires legal Right to Work verified under the Home Office Points-Based Immigration System:
Sponsoring employers must hold an active Home Office A-rated Sponsor License and assign a valid Certificate of Sponsorship (CoS). Role must meet the general minimum salary threshold (£38,700) or occupation going rate.
Continuous employment under Skilled Worker status establishes eligibility for Indefinite Leave to Remain (ILR) after 5 continuous years, leading to British Citizenship.
Candidate Preparation Blueprint: General
Based on transatlantic hiring benchmarks for Estate/Farm Manager roles across The globe at hay's corporate sector, successful applicants typically excel across three core dimensions:
Demonstrated portfolio evidence, architecture/system design case studies, or validated professional certifications directly applicable to General.
STAR method competency responses highlighting cross-functional leadership, conflict resolution, and delivering measurable enterprise ROI under tight timelines.
Total compensation expectation aligned within the benchmarked £30,000 - £40,000 bracket, including retirement vesting and health parity.
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