Land Manager/Senior Land Manager Opportunities

SSE PLC; Perth; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 69,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a proactive land management professional to secure land rights for crucial energy projects. This role blends negotiation and stakeholder management skills to ensure smooth project execution. You'll engage with landowners and assess the impact of infrastructure, all while contributing to a greener future. The company is committed to transforming the energy landscape, investing significantly in sustainable solutions. Join a dynamic environment that values organization and clear communication, and be a part of a team dedicated to making a positive impact on communities and the environment.

Benefits

Private Healthcare Discounts

Gym Membership Discounts

Free Online GP

24/7 Counselling Service

Interest-Free Loans for Tech

Cycle to Work Scheme

Generous Family Entitlements

Maternity and Adoption Pay

Paternity Leave

Qualifications

• Experience in land management and energy networks is essential.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills are required.

Responsibilities

• Liaising with landowners over site selection and route proposals.
• Negotiating wayleaves and ensuring fair compensation agreements.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Land Management

Negotiation

Communication

Problem Solving

Organizational Skills

Education

Experience in Land Management

Understanding of Landownership Systems in Scotland

Job description

Base Location: Perth, Inverness, or Aberdeen (flexible)

Salary: £47,600 - £68,098 + car/cash allowance + a range of other benefits to support your family, finances and wellbeing.

Working Pattern: Permanent | Full Time | Flexible First options available

The role

Our work is all about securing the land rights required to develop the proposed 400kV overhead lines, underground cables, and substations that will keep the country powered with clean, sustainable energy. It's a crucial role - one that blends the expertise of a land agent with the complexities of large-scale utilities projects. If you've worked in land management, you'll know that no two days are the same, and that's certainly true here at SSEN Transmission. A typical day might involve:

1. Liaising with landowners and occupiers over proposed route and site selection.
2. Assessing the impact of infrastructure on land and businesses.
3. Negotiating wayleaves or servitudes and ensuring best practice in land management.
4. Valuation and compensation assessment, ensuring agreements are fair and balanced for all parties involved.

You have

To thrive in this role, organisation and proactivity are key. Our work is project-based, and with so many internal and external stakeholders, you need to be a great communicator and problem solver. We're looking for:

1. People who enjoy working in a fast-paced environment, who can see the bigger picture while also managing the fine details that make projects run smoothly.
2. People with a good understanding of landownership systems in Scotland and ideally some experience in energy networks or other relevant utility or land management practices.
3. Practical knowledge of land management matters and good experience in dealing with land and property rights, including experience in wayleaves, servitudes, land acquisition and the principles of compensation.
4. People who are well organised, forward-thinking, and confident managing multiple priorities.
5. Strong stakeholder management skills, with the ability to communicate clearly and find practical solutions.

About SSE

SSE has a bold ambition - to be a leading energy company in a net zero world. We're transforming the grid to provide greener electricity for millions of people and investing over £20 billion in homegrown energy, with £20 billion more in the pipeline.

SSEN Transmission owns and operates the electricity transmission network across the north of Scotland. We transport energy from where it is generated to where it is needed, ensuring a safe and reliable electricity supply for the communities we serve. But that's not all - we're upgrading the grid to deliver cleaner, homegrown energy for the future and building a network for net zero to create secure power for generations to come.

Flexible benefits to fit your life

Enjoy discounts on private healthcare and gym memberships. Wellbeing benefits like a free online GP and 24/7 counselling service. Interest-free loans on tech and transport season tickets, or a new bike with our Cycle to Work scheme. As well as generous family entitlements such as maternity and adoption pay, and paternity leave.

Work with an equal opportunity employer

SSE will make any reasonable adjustments you need to ensure that your application and experience with us is positive. Please contact Louise on 01738 351671 to discuss how we can support you.

We're dedicated to fostering an open and inclusive workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive. We create equal opportunities for everyone to succeed and especially welcome applications from those who may not be well represented in our workforce or industry.

Ready to apply?

Start your online application using the Apply Now box on this page. We only accept applications made online. We'll be in touch after the closing date to let you know if we'll be taking your application further. If you're offered a role with SSE, you'll need to complete a criminality check and a credit check before you start work.