Summary
Are you looking for a new challenge and would relish the chance to use your unique skills set and experience to shape and deliver future land management across London and Surrey? We have an opportunity for an experienced Estate Manager to look after our agricultural portfolios across London & Surrey. In order to be shortlisted for this role, you must be a full member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors.The salary for this role is £55,000 depending on post qualification experience.
What it's like to work here
You’ll work across a stunning rural portfolio in Surrey and London, including the Surrey Hills, Polesden Lacey, Hatchlands, the River Wey and Godalming Navigations, Runnymede/Ankerwycke and Osterley, with a strong focus on agricultural land management.As Agricultural Estate Manager for London and Surrey, you’ll manage six diverse rural estates with a mix of agricultural holdings and open countryside, held under AHAs, FBTs and licences. You’ll lead day‑to‑day estate management, working closely with tenants on rent reviews, renewals, succession and land management change, while setting and managing maintenance and rental budgets.Working as part of a supportive, multidisciplinary team, you’ll contribute to agri‑environment schemes and the development of new agreements across common land, woodland and designated landscapes. You’ll bring strategic thinking to deliver long‑term estate plans, exploring opportunities such as diversification, land use change and tree planting.A trusted relationship‑builder, you’ll collaborate with internal teams, tenants and external partners to help shape the future of the UK’s largest private landholding, combining professional expertise with creative thinking to deliver benefits for nature, climate and people.
What you'll be doing
No two days are the same for a National Trust Estate Manager, and the variety this brings is what makes it so challenging and exciting. You could be helping a tenant farmer discover new value from a more sustainable approach to their business. You might also be part of a team of specialists mapping out ways we’ll make our landscapes more resilient to change. Or you could be working with consultants on a major landscape restoration project.You’ll work in collaboration with a large and varied group of internal and external stakeholders, so we’re looking for someone who enjoys and is able to use their technical and personal skills in order to build strong and lasting relationships.
Who we're looking for
We’d love to hear from you, if you have the following skills and experience:
1. A member of the Royal Institution of Chartered Surveyors (rural pathway)
2. In-depth knowledge of land use, agriculture, asset management, land management, conservation, and sustainable development
3. Highly organised and committed to delivering excellent client service
4. The ability to lead those around you focused on delivering excellent results
5. Excellent verbal and written communication skills
6. Strong project management skills
7. Strong demonstrable consulting skills of listening, building trust and acting to deliver a high quality service
The package
The National Trust has the motto ‘For everyone, for ever’ at its heart. We’re working hard to create an inclusive culture, where everyone feels they belong. It’s important that our people reflect and represent the diversity of the communities and audiences we serve. We welcome and value difference, so when we say we’re for everyone, we want everyone to be welcome in our teams too.
•Substantial pension scheme of up to 10% basic salary
•Free entry to National Trust places for you, a guest and your children (under 18)
•Rental deposit loan scheme
•Season ticket loan
•EV car lease scheme (for roles that meet the salary criteria)
•Perks at work discounts such as gym memberships, shopping discount codes, cinema discounts
•Holiday allowance up to 32 days relating to length of service, plus holiday purchase scheme, subject to meeting minimum criteria.
•Flexible working whenever possible
•Employee assistance programme
•Free parking at most Trust places