Renewable Land Origination Lead (Hybrid, Ireland)

BayWa r.e. AG; Cork; Hybrid; EUR 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid working

Private health insurance

Life assurance

Company pension

Flexible working

Performance bonus

Mental health support

Employee assistance

Job summary

BayWa r.e. Ireland Limited is seeking an experienced Land Agent to lead land origination for wind, solar and BESS projects in Ireland. You will negotiate land agreements, build stakeholder relationships, and support project development from site identification to rights securing.

The role requires strong negotiation, regulatory awareness and travel to project sites. Hybrid working is available from our Cork office, with hybrid or office-based options and regular collaboration with internal teams

Qualifications

• Relevant professional qualification or degree in land management, real estate, surveying, agriculture, or a related discipline; equivalent practical experience will also be considered.
• Experience negotiating land agreements for wind, solar, BESS or other infrastructure projects.
• Excellent understanding of land ownership structures and land acquisition processes.
• Familiarity with land-related planning, permitting and regulatory considerations.
• Full driver's license and willingness to travel.
• Eligibility to work in the Republic of Ireland.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate and conclude private land contracts for wind, solar and BESS projects.
• Build and maintain relationships with authorities, landowners and stakeholders.
• Attend information events, owners' meetings and municipal council meetings.
• Research landowners and collect data for origination opportunities.
• Progress land negotiations in line with commercial parameters and regulatory obligations.
• Maintain accurate reporting of land securing activities, risks and milestones.
• Coordinate with internal teams and external advisers; travel regularly to project sites.

Skills

Negotiation

Stakeholder management

Project management

Presentation skills

Independent work

Education

Degree in land management or related

Job description

BayWa r.e. Ireland Limited is seeking an experienced Land Agent to lead land origination for wind, solar and BESS projects in Ireland. You will negotiate land agreements, build stakeholder relationships, and support project development from site identification to rights securing.

The role requires strong negotiation, regulatory awareness and travel to project sites. Hybrid working is available from our Cork office, with hybrid or office-based options and regular collaboration with internal teams