In 2003 The Crown Estate was formally accredited as an Investor in People – a national quality standard which sets the level of good practice for improving an organisation’s performance through its people. This recognised our increased focus on our training needs, on employees' involvement in the business and on our communications throughout the organisation.

The Board

The Board Members are appointed by Buckingham Palace and the Prime Minister's office. The present Chairman is Sir Stuart Hampson. The Chief Executive, Roger Bright, is the only full time Board Member. There are up to six other non-executive Board Members who, like the Chairman, are part time. They are chosen for their knowledge and experience in matters relevant to the management of The Crown Estate. Appointments are made in line with the Nolan procedures for the public sector.

The Organisation

The organisation employs approximately 400 staff, at ten different locations throughout the United Kingdom. The two principal offices are in London, and outside the town of Windsor.

In London there are around 170 staff, headed by a senior management team. Windsor employs 200 people, most of whom are engaged in the maintenance and running of Windsor Great Park, including foresters. The other principal location is Scotland where 30 staff are employed.

For management purposes, the estates are divided into four business groups: urban, marine, rural and Windsor. These are all supported by administrative and service teams.

Much day to day management of the estates is entrusted to appointed firms of surveyors who act as managing agents.