Land Manager - Onshore Wind

Our client is an independent expert renewable energy developer, specialising in onshore wind projects across the UK. Their dynamic team is dedicated to identifying, designing, and developing high-quality wind energy projects. Built on 20 years’ experience and knowledge across multiple technologies in the renewable sector, across the full life cycle (Early-stage development, development, construction, and operations) in 22 countries globally, now with a direct focus in the UK.

As part of their long-term growth plans, our client is seeking to recruit a Land Manager. As Land Manager, you will be responsible for securing land opportunities to meet the company's requirements and expansion plans. You will liaise and negotiate with landowners and land managers throughout the lifecycle of the land development. The development takes place in with landowners across England, Scotland, and Wales.

This is not a site finding role, you will acquire land projects from other teams that will be at varying stages of contract stages/negotiation at prebuild and build stages. The role located with Scotland, with monthly travel to the company’s HQ in Liverpool.

About the Opportunity

• Identify suitable land opportunities on and off market.
• Present to landowners and agents on a formal and informal basis.
• Proactively engage landowners through site visits.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, understanding their requirements.
• Gather key insights on land use, accessibility, and environmental factors.
• Work closely with the Development Manager to secure land agreements.
• Manage the offer process and provide support to the Development Manager.

• You will have demonstrable relevant experience working as a Land Manager or equivalent.
• The successful candidate will have experience with legal deeds and ensuring compliance with Registers of Scotland, England, and Wales.
• The ideal candidate will be a motivated and results-driven individual who is able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment. They will also have excellent communication skills and be able to provide expert advice to landowners.
• An agricultural background is desirable though not essential.
• Experience working in the renewables industry is desirable though not essential.
• Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Full UK driving licence and ability to travel.

Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.

Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.