Land Manager - Renewables

Connectment; Leeds; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Cycle-to-work scheme

25 days of annual leave plus birthday and bank holidays

Flexible working arrangements

Private healthcare

Pension scheme with matching contributions

EV company car

Company bonus scheme

Contribution to gym membership

Job summary

A leading renewable energy firm in the UK is looking for a Land Manager to identify and manage land for wind, solar, and battery storage projects. You will negotiate agreements with landowners and collaborate with internal teams to ensure project viability. Ideal candidates should have excellent communication and negotiation skills and a strong understanding of land acquisition processes in renewable energy.

Qualifications

• Experience in land management and acquisition in the renewable energy sector.
• Proven ability to negotiate land agreements and build relationships.
• Strong organizational skills for maintaining comprehensive records.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential land sites for renewable energy projects.
• Negotiate and secure land agreements, leases, and easements.
• Collaborate with internal teams to meet project objectives.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Negotiation skills

Reporting skills

Understanding of land acquisition processes

Job description

Overview

As a Land Manager, you will be pivotal in identifying, acquiring, and managing land for wind, solar, and battery storage projects. This role involves securing suitable sites, negotiating land agreements, and coordinating with various teams to support successful project development. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication, negotiation, and reporting skills, with a deep understanding of land acquisition processes within the UK's renewable energy sector.

Responsibilities

• Identify and evaluate potential land sites for renewable energy projects.
• Work collaboratively with internal teams, including Planning, Project Management, and Grid Connections, to assemble necessary land for project viability.
• Negotiate and secure land agreements, leases, and easements, ensuring favorable terms and conditions.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners throughout the development process.
• Maintain comprehensive records of land agreements, contracts, and communications.
• Ensure all land acquisitions align with planning requirements.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders and external partners to establish effective land strategies.
• Oversee land agents and provide regular reporting on land status, including commercial aspects.
• Support community engagement strategies in conjunction with the project development team.
• Coordinate with legal and development teams throughout the land acquisition process.
• Work closely with project development teams to ensure land acquisition timelines and budgets align with overall project objectives.
• Stay informed on industry trends, policies, and best practices in land acquisition and renewable energy development.

Benefits

• Cycle-to-work scheme
• 25 days of annual leave, plus your birthday and bank holidays. After 2 years of service, receive an additional day’s leave per year, up to a maximum of 31 days.
• Flexible working arrangements
• Private healthcare, including family coverage
• Pension scheme with salary sacrifice options and company matching contributions up to 5%
• EV company car
• Company bonus scheme of up to 20% of salary
• Contribution to gym membership