Estate Manager Luxury Country Estate
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A unique opportunity to take ownership of a luxury country estate in Essex, combining event sales, operations, and on-site management, with strong earning potential with competitive annual wage + commission/bonus for new client bookings.
The Estate
Greenstead Hall is a private country estate in Essex offering luxury accommodation, exclusive-use event space, and premium experiences for private celebrations, corporate retreats, and weddings.
We are seeking a highly organised and commercially minded Estate & Events Manager to take ownership of the estates day-to-day operations, client experience, and revenue generation.
This is a full-time, hybrid role based at the estate in Halstead, Essex, suited to someone who thrives in a hands-on environment and is confident managing both operations and client-facing sales. We would expect you to be onsite in your own brilliant modern onsite offices for a min 3-4 days a week.
The Role This is a unique opportunity to run a growing luxury venue, combining:
Estate management
Event delivery
Sales and client conversion
Business growth
You will be responsible for ensuring the estate runs smoothly while also managing enquiries, conducting viewings, and converting bookings.
Key Responsibilities
Estate & Operations Oversee the day-to-day running of the estate
Manage booking in housekeeping, maintenance, and contractors
Ensure the property is consistently presented to a high standard
Sales & Viewings Manage inbound enquiries across events and stays
Conduct viewings and convert bookings
Prepare and present quotes and contracts
Upsell our catering and experience days
Event Delivery Oversee events on-site
Coordinate staff, suppliers, and catering
Act as the main point of contact for clients
Administration Manage bookings, calendars, contracts, and payments
Coordinate logistics across all aspects of the estate
Content Support Capture photo and video content during events, set ups and stays
Share content with an external social media contractor for them to manage our social media pages
Commercial Growth Identify opportunities to increase bookings and revenue
Support pricing strategies and package development
About You We are looking for someone who:
Has experience in hospitality, events, weddings or venue management
Is confident managing clients and running viewings
Has strong organisational skills and attention to detail
Is commercially aware and comfortable discussing pricing
Is proactive, hands-on, and takes ownership
What We Offer Competitive salary (dependent on experience)
In addition, commission based on revenue above quarterly client targets
A unique opportunity to run and grow a private estate
A varied and hands-on role with real responsibility
Additional Information Full-time, Hybrid on-site/WFH role in Halstead, Essex
3 days min in office with flexible hours during the day. We will also need you to occasionally work 1-2hrs on a Sunday to check out guests and complete damage check.
Suitable for candidates from venues, hotels, or events backgrounds
Apply Please submit your CV along with a brief summary of your experience and why this role interests you.
Shortlisted candidates will be invited to interview and complete a scenario-based assessment.
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- Location:
- Halstead, Essex
- Job Type:
- FullTime