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Join Our Team at Shugborough Estate

Be part of something special. Help us preserve and share a complete Georgian estate and ancestral home of the Earls of Lichfield, filled with global treasures and surrounded by 900 acres of parkland scattered with neo-classical monuments, a working model farm and one of Europe's widest yew trees.

The Georgian mansion at Shugborough Estate

Shugborough Estate, Staffordshire

Milford, near Stafford, Staffordshire, ST17 0UP

Multiple Positions

Full-time & Part-time

Work at a Complete Georgian Estate

Shugborough is a complete Georgian estate and ancestral home of the Earls of Lichfield, famed for its treasure-filled mansion, celebrated follies and 900 acres of parkland along the River Sow. Join our team and help bring this remarkable place to life for thousands of visitors each year.

Historic Estate

Help care for a treasure-filled Georgian mansion, from the grand state rooms and below-stairs servants' quarters to the private apartments of Patrick Lichfield, the celebrated royal and fashion photographer.

Beautiful Gardens

Oversee a large productive walled garden and pleasure grounds with an arboretum, terraces and Europe's widest yew tree, plus 900 acres of parkland dotted with famous monuments and a working model farm of Longhorn cattle and Southdown sheep.

Dedicated Team

Lead and inspire a passionate team of staff and volunteers who share your commitment to conservation and visitor experience.

Available Positions

  • Management & Leadership

    General Manager, House & Collections Manager, Gardens Manager, Visitor Experience Manager

  • Visitor Services

    Visitor Welcome Assistant, Retail Assistant, Catering Assistant, Events Coordinator

  • Conservation & Gardens

    Conservation Officer, Gardener, Housekeeper, Maintenance Technician

  • Support Functions

    Finance & Administration, HR Coordinator, IT Support, Marketing & Communications

Why Work With Us

Meaningful Work

Help preserve and share a nationally important heritage site with visitors from around the world.

Staff Benefits

Free entry to National Trust properties, pension scheme, generous holiday allowance, and staff discounts.

Beautiful Location

Work in one of Staffordshire's most stunning settings, surrounded by a treasure-filled Georgian mansion, celebrated monuments and follies, and 900 acres of parkland along the River Sow.

Career Development

Access to training programmes, mentoring opportunities, and career progression within the National Trust.

Inclusive Culture

Join a welcoming team that values diversity and is committed to creating an inclusive workplace.

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