1 Estate Manager jobs

An estate manager is responsible for the day-to-day running and upkeep of a private estate. Some of their responsibilities include: 
Property maintenance
Overseeing repairs and maintenance, including managing contractors and vendors 
Budget management
Developing and managing budgets, tracking expenses, and ensuring financial efficiency 
Event planning
Organizing and overseeing events hosted at the property 
Staff management
Hiring, training, and managing the staff required to meet the estate's service needs 
Land management
Ensuring the land is being used to its full potential, whether for farming, commercial, or private purposes 
Agricultural activities
Overseeing agricultural activities and liaising with external employees such as vets 
Problem solving
Identifying, analyzing, and quickly resolving problems in a fair and rational manner 
Communication
Communicating effectively with a wide range of people, including residents, staff, contractors, and other stakeholders 
Leadership
Providing feedback, delivering instructions, and leading by example 
Time management
Managing time effectively in order to juggle multiple tasks and responsibilities 
Estate managers are typically the top level in the household and work directly with the owners to plan and execute the overall management of property and service.

Jun 08, 2026  
PRIVATE VILLA ESTATE MANAGER | ITALY
£4,000 - £6,500 monthly
We are looking for an experienced Estate Manager for a private, exclusive residence  The family visits infrequently — roughly once every two to three months, typically for a few days at a time. In between visits, the villa runs under the full responsibility of the Estate Manager, and it must be in perfect condition for every arrival. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING You will manage a small, established team You will also coordinate with local contractors, tradespeople, and suppliers  Your role is to keep the estate running seamlessly. To know what needs attention now and what can wait. To think ahead: the owner arrives in two days — the balcony needs to be spotless, not just the lawn trimmed. To follow the owner's specific requests precisely and on time. When the family is in residence, you are fully on table setting, wine service, guest hospitality. Occasional airport transfers in the family's vehicle You will also oversee the final stages of ongoing renovation works and...
Home office Lake Como, Italy Full time