Estate Manager

Company Description:

Role Objective:

Key Responsibilities:

A. Land & Property Management:

• Maintain updated records of all estate owned farming lands and buildings. 
• Handle land revenue matters including mutation, taxation and title verification. Liaise with government officials (Revenue Department, registrar, Panchayat, etc) for property documentation and compliance.
• Ensure protection of estate property from encroachment or legal disputes.
• Supervise estate infrastructure maintenance and development works.

B. Licensing & Government Compliance:

• Handle all government licensing, renewals, permissions and NOC's related to estate properties and operations.
• Ensure compliance with local municipal, revenue and environmental laws.
• Maintain accurate documentation for inspections and audits.
• Stay updated on land and estate-related government policy changes.
• Track estate income from rent, donations and leases, ensuring accurate collection and accounting.
• Monitor expenses for estate and temple operations to ensure budget adherence.
• Submit monthly revenue and expense reports to management.
• Assist auditors with documentation and verification during audits. 

C. People & Liaison Management:

• Supervise estate staff, caretakers and administrative personnel.
• Act as the liaison officer between the estate, government authorities and local communities.
• Handle grievances, negotiations with villagers, tenants and local influencers professionally and tactfully.

Educational & Professional Background:

• Graduate/Post-graduate in Law, Land Management, Public Administration or Real Estate.
• Minimum 9-12 years of experience in estate, land or property management, preferably in West Bengal.
• Strong network with local revenue offices and licensing authorities.
• Prior experience managing temple or trust estates will be an advantage.

Required Skills and Competencies:

• Language Proficiency: Must be able to read, write and speak English & Bengali.
• Government liaison registration & licensing: Deep understanding of land laws, property procedures in West Bengal.
• Documentation: Knowledge of land deeds tenancy acts, lease agreements and relevant paperwork.
• Integrity & confidentiality: High ethical standards in handing sensitive information.
• Leadership & co-ordination: Ability to lead estate staff and manage external agencies.

Reporting & Evaluation:

• Reports to the Managing Director
• Monthly MIS and documentation reports submitted on or before 5th of each month or on request.

Benefits: