The Company
Our client is a large-scale rural estate with a strong commitment to sustainable and regenerative farming. The business operates a diverse mixed farming system, combining organic arable production, livestock enterprises, and environmental stewardship.
With a focus on working in harmony with nature, the estate places equal importance on producing high-quality food and enhancing biodiversity, supported by progressive land management practices and long-term environmental goals.
What You Will Be Doing
As a Livestock Manager, you will take strategic and operational responsibility for the estate's livestock enterprises, working closely with the Farm Manager and wider leadership team.
Key responsibilities include:
* Leading the day-to-day and long-term management of cattle and sheep operations
* Developing and delivering grazing strategies that support soil health and productivity
* Driving high standards of animal welfare, biosecurity, and compliance
* Overseeing breeding, rearing, and finishing systems to optimise performance
* Managing and developing a team, including providing leadership to shepherding staff
* Monitoring performance through data, ensuring accurate record-keeping and audit readiness
* Contributing to financial planning, budgeting, and enterprise decision-making
* Supporting regenerative farming practices and environmental stewardship initiatives
* Identifying opportunities to enhance productivity, sustainability, and commercial returns
* Collaborating across the wider business and representing the estate externally where required
What You Need
To be successful in this role, you will bring a strong combination of technical expertise, leadership experience, and a passion for sustainable livestock systems.
You will have:
* A degree in agriculture or a related discipline
* Proven experience in a livestock management role
* Strong background in sheep production, including outdoor lambing systems
* Experience with suckler beef systems, including calving through to finishing
* In-depth knowledge of grazing systems, ideally regenerative or rotational approaches
* Solid understanding of livestock performance, genetics, and animal health
* Experience with compliance, assurance schemes, and regulatory frameworks
* Financial awareness, including budgeting and data-driven decision-making
* Strong leadership and people management skills
* Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
* A proactive, organised, and self-motivated approach
* Full UK driving licence (working dogs advantageous but not essential)
What Is in It for You
* Competitive Salary with accommodation
* 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
* Non-contributory pension scheme at 8% within the probation period, rising to 15% on successful completion of probation at 6 months
* A strategic leadership role with real influence on the future direction of the enterprise
* Involvement in progressive, regenerative farming systems
* Supportive team environment with a focus on continuous improvement
* Long-term career development within a prestigious rural setting
How to Apply
If you are an experienced livestock manager looking to join a progressive farming estate, I would love to hear from you. Please get in touch to find out more.
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