About Us
Chatsworth Estate is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated Deputy Estates Manager to join our established Estates team.
Reporting to the Head of Derbyshire Estate, this is an exciting opportunity for a qualified rural property professional, ideally with 3 to 5 years' post-qualification experience (PQE), to play a key role in the management of land and property across the Devonshire Group's Derbyshire estate.
Working across the Devonshire Group's Derbyshire Estate, you will help manage an extensive portfolio of agricultural, residential, commercial, sporting and amenity assets, while contributing to a range of strategic projects that support the long-term sustainability of the Estate.
About the Estate
The Derbyshire Estate comprises:
- Approximately 50 let farms
- More than 300 residential properties
- A growing portfolio of commercial premises
- Extensive forestry, sporting and fishing interests
- Significant environmental, heritage and natural capital assets
As custodians of a nationally significant landscape, we are increasingly focused on landscape-scale land management, sustainability initiatives, biodiversity enhancement and natural capital opportunities. This creates a unique and varied working environment for the successful candidate.
The Team
Based at the Estate Office near Bakewell, you will join a highly skilled multidisciplinary team with expertise in:
· Rural estate management
· Agriculture and forestry
· Planning and development
· Residential lettings
· GIS and mapping
· Natural capital
· Conservation and game management
The wider Chatsworth Estate employs more than 800 people, offering opportunities to collaborate with colleagues across tourism, education, events, heritage, conservation and commercial enterprises.
About You
We are looking for someone who combines strong technical expertise with excellent people skills and a proactive mindset.
You will ideally have:
- MRICS qualified status.
- 3 to 5 years' experience in rural estate or property management.
- Strong knowledge of agriculture and rural property.
- Experience managing landlord and tenant matters.
- Excellent communication and relationship-building skills.
- Strong commercial awareness and financial acumen.
- The ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver results.
- A collaborative approach and commitment to continuous improvement.
- Experience supporting APC candidates would be advantageous.
Most importantly, you will embody our values of Decency, Being Inclusive, and Always Improving.
What We Offer
As part of the wider Devonshire Group, which includes Chatsworth, Bolton Abbey, Lismore Castle and the Devonshire Hotels & Restaurants Group, we are committed to supporting the wellbeing and development of our people.
Our benefits include:
- Excellent opportunities for professional development and career progression.
- Free access to Chatsworth and Bolton Abbey Estates.
- Complimentary entry to Chatsworth fairs and selected events.
- Competitive pension scheme and life assurance cover.
- Generous annual leave entitlement, with the option to purchase additional leave.
- Employee Assistance Programme.
- Free on-site parking.
- The opportunity to work within one of the UK's most prestigious rural estates.
Apply
If you are looking for a diverse and rewarding career in rural estate management, we would love to hear from you.
For further information, including the full job description and story map, please visit our careers website.
The Chatsworth Estate is committed to being an inclusive employer. We particularly welcome applications from disabled candidates, Black, Asian and Minority Ethnic candidates, and those from the LGBTQ+ community, who are currently underrepresented within our workforce.
