Land Acquisition Manager - Renewables

ZipRecruiter; City of Edinburgh; On-site; GBP 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking organization dedicated to sustainability as a Land Acquisition Manager. This role offers the opportunity to work on large-scale renewable energy projects, including solar and wind, while securing land rights and building relationships with key stakeholders. With a competitive salary and benefits, including a bonus structure and professional development support, this position is perfect for someone passionate about making a difference in the renewable energy sector. If you thrive in a dynamic environment and are driven to succeed, this could be your next career move.

Benefits

Pension Scheme

Private Medical Insurance

Training and Development Support

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in land acquisition, preferably in renewable energy.
• Strong relationships with landowners and stakeholders are essential.

Responsibilities

• Identify and assess land opportunities for renewable energy projects.
• Negotiate land rights agreements and collaborate with internal teams.

Skills

Land Acquisition

Negotiation Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Understanding of UK Planning Policy

Education

5+ years in Land Acquisition or Property Role

RICS Accreditation

Job description

Job Description

Astute's Renewables team is partnering with a prominent renewable energy developer dedicated to sustainability, innovation, and professional growth to recruit a Land Acquisition Manager for its Northern England and Scotland operations. The Land Acquisition Manager role offers a salary up to £65,000 depending on experience, an attractive bonus structure, pension, and flexible working options. If you're a Land Acquisition Manager from an infrastructure or renewables background looking to join an organisation that prioritises integrity, transparency, collaboration, and a strong commitment to environmental stewardship, submit your CV today.

Responsibilities and Duties

Reporting to the Head of Land you will:

1. Identify and assess potential land opportunities for large-scale solar, wind, BESS, and hydrogen projects.
2. Secure land for grid connection applications in collaboration with internal teams.
3. Build and maintain relationships with landowners, agents, and key stakeholders.
4. Negotiate land rights agreements, including leases and easements.
5. Provide support on land-related matters to the development team.
6. Present new opportunities to senior leadership and the investment committee.

Professional Qualifications

We are looking for someone with the following:

1. At least 5 years of experience in a land acquisition or property-focused role, preferably within the renewable energy sector.
2. Demonstrated success in securing land rights and developing strong relationships with landowners and stakeholders.
3. Solid understanding of UK planning policy and its influence on renewable energy development.
4. Knowledge of distribution and transmission networks and their role in energy projects.
5. Exceptional interpersonal, negotiation, and communication skills, with the ability to engage stakeholders effectively.
6. Self-motivated, organised, and capable of working independently to meet targets and deadlines.
7. RICS accreditation (but not mandatory).

Personal Skills

The Land Acquisition Manager role would suit someone who is:

1. Driven and able to work independently with minimal supervision.
2. Proficient in negotiation and cultivating strong, lasting relationships.
3. Highly organised, with excellent time management and attention to detail in record-keeping.
4. Confident and assertive when necessary to achieve results.
5. Comfortable thriving in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Salary and Benefits

Salary: Up to £65,000 depending on experience.

Company bonus structure.

Pension scheme and private medical insurance.

Access to training and development support to further your professional growth.

Astute People are acting as an employment agency in relation to this vacancy. We do not discriminate on the grounds of creed and comply with all relevant UK legislation. We encourage applications from individuals from all backgrounds but candidates must be able to demonstrate their ability to work in the UK.

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