Farm Manager

Farming sits at the heart of the estate''s identity and landscape. Due to retirement, we are seeking an outstanding Farm Manager to lead the next phase: maintaining strong profitability while driving soil health, biodiversity outcomes and data led decision making, and playing a central role within the wider estate team. This is an influential role offering genuine autonomy, scope to innovate, and the opportunity to help shape a regionally significant farming and land management operation. The Farm Manager will: Have full responsibility for the day to day and strategic management of the farming enterprise against the defined set of goals and targets. Plan, deliver and continuously refine cropping, input, machinery, marketing and environmental strategies Lead and motivate the farm team, fostering pride, curiosity and accountability Work closely with the Estate Director and other estate colleagues Appoint and manage advisers positively, with confidence to challenge and clarify Take ownership of stewardship agreements, schemes and claims Ensure robust operational, financial and environmental reporting This is a highly visible role within the estate, requiring both practical credibility and strategic judgement. Essential Attributes We are seeking an individual who is: Enthusiastic, curious and confident enough to challenge established practice Open to experimentation and innovation Visible and approachable, with strong interpersonal skills Detail oriented but able to step back ..... full job details .....