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Farm Manager
Apley Estate
England
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GBP 30,000 - 60,000
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Job summary
An exciting opportunity awaits a dynamic Farm Manager to lead a diverse 3500-acre farm in East Shropshire. This role involves overseeing arable and beef enterprises while managing contracts with growers and implementing sustainable farming practices. The ideal candidate will possess strong leadership and financial skills, with a commitment to improving soil health and driving long-term strategies. Join a forward-thinking estate dedicated to environmental conservation and community engagement, and make a significant impact on sustainable agriculture. A competitive remuneration package, including housing if required, is offered for the right candidate.
Benefits
Competitive remuneration package
Housing provided if required
Qualifications
- 5+ years of experience in farm management with a focus on sustainability.
- Strong leadership and financial management skills are essential.
Responsibilities
- Oversee arable and beef enterprises, managing contracts with growers.
- Drive long-term strategy and implement stewardship programs.
Skills
Farm Management
Leadership
Financial Skills
Sustainable Farming Practices
Soil Health Improvement
Education
Degree in Agriculture or related field
Job description
An exciting opportunity has arisen for a dynamic, innovative and experienced Farm Manager to lead our diverse 3500-acre farm at Apley Estate, East Shropshire.
Apley Estate, an 8500-acre diversified rural estate, is committed to developing our environment, conserving our heritage, working with our communities and delivering sustainable long-term commercial enterprises.
Our in-hand farm is focused and committed to developing sustainable and regenerative farming practices, while implementing and managing an extensive higher tier stewardship agreement and SFI stewardship programme.
As the Farm Manager, you will oversee our arable and beef enterprises, manage our contracts with potato and salad growers and work alongside the Estate to drive the long-term strategy. To shape the future of the farm, strong leadership, team management and financial skills are essential to this role.
A minimum of 5 years' experience in farm management, a commitment and understanding of long-term improvements in soil health and an entrepreneurial approach to sustainable and regenerative practices are required.
We offer a competitive remuneration package, including a house if required. To request an application pack, please send a CV and covering letter to Louise Pollock at louise.pollock@apleyestate.com by closing date Friday 18th April 2025.
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