RURAL RECRUITMENT EAST ANGLIA (ON BEHALF OF A PRIVATE ESTATE)
COMPANY INFORMATION:
Rural Recruitment East Anglia specialises in placing high-quality candidates in countryside and estate-based roles throughout the UK. This vacancy is for a 5,500-acre beat forming part of a larger Highland estate near Inverness.
POSITION BEING RECRUITED:
Experienced Beat Keeper (Ref: JB1941)
DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:
A full-time, permanent position for a skilled Beat Keeper with at least three years’ experience. The role involves managing a productive beat that produces 25–30 red deer stags, 30–40 hinds, and walked-up grouse. Key duties include stalking with family and guests, implementing the deer management plan, winter feeding, vermin control, gritting, muirburn, assisting on estate-driven days, general estate upkeep, and liaising with neighbouring stakeholders. The position reports to the Head Keeper and is suited to a motivated and forward-thinking individual.
PLACE OF WORK:
Inverness-shire, Scotland (on-site)
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Minimum three years’ experience in beat keeping, stalking, and grouse work
• Experience working alongside a Head Keeper
• Valid UK driving licence
• Shotgun and firearms certificates
• ATV certification
• Good level of physical fitness
• Own working dogs essential
• Boat-handling skills desirable
SALARY:
Competitive, dependent on experience
BENEFITS:
• Three-bedroom detached house provided on the estate
• Ongoing training and professional development
• Opportunity to work as part of a well-resourced and respected estate team
CONTACT:
headofgame@ben-alder.com
NATIONAL CRIME AGENCY (NCA)
COMPANY INFORMATION:
The NCA is the UK’s leading law enforcement agency tackling serious and organised crime.
POSITION BEING RECRUITED:
Authorised Firearms Officer (Grade 3–4)
DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:
The Authorised Firearms Officer will deliver armed and unarmed covert and overt operational support aligned to NCA strategic objectives. Officers may be deployed in a variety of roles, including surveillance, arrests, Taser support, Armed Surveillance, and Mobile Armed Support to Surveillance (MAStS).
Responsibilities include participation in operations and investigations, intelligence gathering, tactical planning, operational deployment, case management, and liaison with internal and external partners.
PLACE OF WORK:
Primary location: Tolworth (Kingston upon Thames) Additional locations include Birmingham, Bristol, Calder (Wakefield), Gillingham, Slough, and Warrington.
Officers may be required to join an on-call rota and travel as needed.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• College of Policing Q1/Q100 qualification (or recognised equivalent)
• Professionalising Investigation Programme (PIP) Level 1 or 2 (or equivalent)
• Accredited police advanced driving qualification
• Proven recent experience in covert surveillance operations
• Ability to meet physical standards for firearms training and PPST
SALARY:
£43,046 – £44,751 per annum £3,000 recruitment and retention allowance (subject to annual review) £4,040 London weighting (if applicable) Civil Service pension contributions worth approximately £12,470 annually
BENEFITS:
• C26 days annual leave (rising to 31 with 5 years’ service)
• Civil Service pension scheme (28.97% employer contribution)
• Cycle to Work scheme
• Flexible working policies, job share options
• Blue Light Card scheme •
CONTACT:
central.recruitment@nca.gov.uk
E.J. CHURCHILL GROUP LTD
COMPANY INFORMATION:
E.J. Churchill is a renowned shooting sports organisation with facilities across the UK, including the Seal’s Cove shooting ground near Aberdeen. Known for offering high-quality experiences in clay pigeon shooting, air rifle activities, and simulated game days, the company delivers both on-site and estate-based events for members, guests, and corporate clients.
POSITION BEING RECRUITED:
Groundsperson
DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:
A full-time, permanent role for an enthusiastic and motivated individual to support the operation and maintenance of E.J. Churchill’s Seal’s Cove shooting ground. Duties include upkeep of shooting stands and grounds, daily trap loading, design and adjustment of shoot layouts, event setup, machinery servicing, and general estate maintenance. The role also involves supporting charity shoots, CPSA competitions, and corporate events both on-site and at external estates. A passion for country sports and outdoor work is essential. Full training will be provided.
PLACE OF WORK:
Seal’s Cove Shooting Ground, Findon, Portlethen, AB12 4SJ (five miles from Aberdeen City Centre) Some duties also take place on other sporting estates.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
Essential:
• Full, clean UK driving licence
• Willingness to work weekends and evenings
Desirable:
• Shotgun licence Experience with ATVs and ground care machinery
• Previous experience in countryside or outdoor roles (e.g. gamekeeping, gardening, farming)
• GCSE or equivalent qualification
SALARY:
£24,420.00 – £37,905.98 per annum (dependent on experience)
BENEFITS:
• Employee discount
• Store discount
• On-site parking
• Full training provided where required
CONTACT:
uk.indeed.com
GMK LTD
COMPANY INFORMATION:
GMK Ltd is the UK’s leading distributor of premium firearms and shooting sports equipment. As part of the Beretta Holding group, the world’s oldest family-run firearms manufacturer, GMK brings over 500 years of heritage to the UK shooting market. The company represents an impressive portfolio of trusted brands, including Beretta, Holland & Holland, Centanex, The Beretta Gallery, Tikka, Sako, RWS, Norma and Chapuis.
POSITION BEING RECRUITED:
Sales Administrator
DESCRIPTION OF ROLE:
GMK is seeking a highly motivated and well-organised Sales Administrator to join its sales office team. The successful candidate will play a key role in supporting trade and consumer communications, handling order processing, and assisting UK field sales executives. This is a varied role suited to someone who is confident with multitasking, customer service, and administrative accuracy.
PLACE OF WORK:
GMK, Bear House, Concorde Way, Segensworth, Fareham, Whiteley, PO15 5RL
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
• Previous administration experience is essential
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Proficient in Microsoft Word and Excel
• Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
• Positive, can-do attitude
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team
SALARY:
To be discussed on application
BENEFITS:
• 23 days annual holiday (increasing with service)
• Free on-site parking
• Life assurance
• Income protection
• Enhanced maternity and paternity pay
• Bonus scheme
• Salary sacrifice scheme
• Professional development training opportunities
• Cycle to work scheme
CONTACT:
HR@gmk.co.uk