Land Officer - Agricultural Liaison

Climate17; Leeds; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading renewable energy recruitment firm is seeking a motivated Land Officer to join their Infrastructure team in North East England. The role involves engaging with landowners to secure access for infrastructure projects, providing agricultural advice to clients, and ensuring contractor accountability. Candidates should possess strong negotiation skills and a solid background in agriculture. If you're passionate about supporting infrastructure development while promoting sustainable practices, we invite you to apply.

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of agriculture and rural affairs.
• Solid understanding of infrastructure projects and their impacts.
• Proactive, ambitious mindset to support business growth.
• Full driving licence for travel requirements.

Responsibilities

• Engage with landowners to secure land access.
• Advise clients on agricultural land matters.
• Ensure contractor adherence to commitments.
• Manage and resolve landowner complaints.
• Coordinate site visits and records.
• Support negotiations on compensation claims.

Skills

Negotiation skills

Knowledge of agriculture

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Job description

We are seeking a highly motivated and enthusiastic Land Officer to join our client's growing Infrastructure team in North East England. This is an exciting opportunity for someone with a strong agricultural background who thrives on building relationships and supporting the successful delivery of major infrastructure projects.

As an Agricultural Liaison Officer, you will act as the essential link between clients, landowners, contractors, and agents—ensuring smooth collaboration, clear communication, and positive outcomes for all stakeholders. This role is based in the North East, working closely with clients in the County Durham area. The successful candidate must be able to travel regularly within this region and attend monthly team meetings in either Leeds or Warrington. We’re looking for someone with strong negotiation skills, solid knowledge of farming practices—including soil and drainage management—and an empathetic, people-focused approach.

If you're passionate about agriculture, confident engaging with landowners, and keen to contribute to meaningful infrastructure projects, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

• Proactively engage with landowners to secure necessary land access
• Keep clients informed and advise on practical matters affecting agricultural land
• Ensure contractors adhere to commitments made with landowners
• Manage and resolve landowner concerns or complaints
• Coordinate site visits, including records of condition and stakeholder meetings
• Support the team in negotiating and settling compensation claims
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date stakeholder records
• Work within client-defined timescales to support timely project delivery

What You’ll Bring

• Strong knowledge of agriculture and rural affairs
• A solid understanding of infrastructure projects and their impacts on agricultural land
• (Desirable) Experience with soil management, land drainage plans, and records of condition
• A proactive, ambitious mindset with a drive to support business growth
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build strong relationships at all levels
• A collaborative, team-focused approach
• A full driving licence, as travel is required for the role

About Us

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.

Inclusive Application Process

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.