About Falkland Estate

Nestled in the hills at the heart of Fife, Falkland Estate spans approximately 4,000 acres in total of exceptional landscape, heritage and natural beauty. The Estate welcomes over 250,000 visitors annually and operates as a purpose-led regenerative estate.

Falkland Estate Trust (FET) is owned by a private (Stuart) family trust who are actively considering how to hand assets on to a new form of steward-ownership. Falkland Rural Enterprise Ltd (FREL) is responsible for running Pillars of Hercules and the Home Farm. Falkland Stewardship Trust (FST) is a charitable company that cares for heritage assets and stewardship education. All three boards are committed to the wellbeing of this place - balancing social, environmental and financial returns - and an inspiring vision of being a beacon of learning and sustainability in Scotland.

The Estate comprises:

• The A-listed House of Falkland (leased to an independent additional support needs school)
• Fivee farmhouses and 22 long-term and holiday-let cottages
• Circa 1,000 acres of woodland & 3000 acres of farmland, inc. some organic
• Recreational grounds, event spaces, and an extensive network of public paths
• Commercial enterprises and opportunities inc. Stables shop & café, Pillars of Hercules farm & café, Woodland hub, self-catering properties, and car parks

The Estate is entering an important new phase of enterprising stewardship, with the long-term aim of establishing a values-led charitable company to safeguard heritage, sustainability, community participation and public access for future generations.

The Role

We are seeking a Head of Finance to provide senior financial leadership across the Estate and its various entities, spanning both charitable and commercial operations.

This is a strategic and hands-on role during a pivotal period of transition. The postholder will strengthen the Estate’s financial framework, working closely with the Estate Director, staff and board members to ensure clarity, resilience and long-term sustainability.

A core element of the role will be to develop a comprehensive understanding of the Estate’s current financial landscape and shape a sustainable, regenerative financial future. The Head of Finance will review existing financial practices, systems and controls, and lead the implementation of proportionate improvements to performance, governance and risk management.

The role carries responsibility for financial oversight across multiple rural commercial enterprises and a charitable trust. The successful candidate will provide clear, confident financial insight and consolidated reporting to support informed decision-making at both operational and Board level.

The scope of the role will remain under review to ensure alignment with agreed hours, organisational priorities and the evolving governance structure.

Full details can be found in the job description below.