Job Description

Estate Manager - Windsor

Travel:

Up to 3 months per year in France

Compensation:

c. 150,000 + discretionary annual bonus

Benefits:

Health insurance, pension contribution, travel insurance,

About the Role

A prominent private family seeks an

exceptional Estate Manager (EM)

to oversee the seamless management and operation of their principal country estate and two additional residences. The Estate Manager will lead all household teams, contractors, and service providers to ensure the highest possible standards across all properties.

This is a pivotal, hands-on leadership role for a seasoned professional who combines outstanding operational management with refined interpersonal skills, impeccable discretion, and a deep understanding of luxury service.

The Estate Manager will be responsible for creating and maintaining a world-class, detail-oriented environment while representing the family's interests across the UK and France.

Key Responsibilities

Estate & Process Management

Oversee all day-to-day estate operations, including housekeeping, service, and maintenance across three properties. Ensure efficient processes and SOPs are implemented and followed, particularly within hospitality and service. Coordinate personal and household travel, diary management, and event logistics. Manage the family's art collection, including acquisition, curation, insurance, and cataloguing. Maintain comprehensive records and databases for household contacts, suppliers, and projects. Liaise with the family's Private Office to deliver timely updates, reports, and briefings. Ensure all security, IT, and compliance systems are effectively maintained.

Financial & Administrative Oversight

Oversee all household and estate finances, budgets, and supplier payments. Supervise the accountant and coordinate financial reporting with the family office. Manage contracts, insurance policies, and third-party agreements with discretion and precision. Represent the family in dealings with local authorities, architects, designers, and project stakeholders.

People Management

Lead, mentor, and inspire household staff across all properties. Manage recruitment, HR administration, and performance in partnership with the Family Office. Oversee third-party contractors and ensure the highest operational standards.

Event & Hospitality Management

Coordinate private lunches, dinners, receptions, and larger-scale events (up to 100+ guests). Manage budgets, liaise with caterers, and ensure flawless delivery of each occasion. Build and maintain high-level connections within hospitality, the arts, and entertainment sectors.

Candidate Profile

Required Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree 10-15 years' experience managing private estates, luxury hospitality, or large properties. Demonstrated success leading teams and operations within a private household or five-star hospitality environment. Strong financial literacy with experience managing significant budgets and assets. Proven experience in event coordination, private travel logistics, and complex scheduling. Advanced proficiency in MS Office, Adobe, and CRM systems. Fluent in

English and French

Live-out position

Personal Attributes

A polished communicator with exceptional leadership and influencing skills. Highly organized, detail-focused, and process-driven. Discreet, trustworthy, and respectful of confidentiality at all times. Flexible, proactive, and calm under pressure. Strong negotiation and problem-solving skills. Exemplary standards of personal presentation, etiquette, and professionalism. Willingness to travel frequently

To Apply:

Please submit your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your relevant experience and why you would be an excellent fit for this role

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: 150,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person