Land Scout - Spain

Field develops, constructs, and operates renewable infrastructure projects globally. We hold a robust portfolio of BESS (Battery Energy Storage System) projects in the UK, Italy, Spain, and Germany, backed by solid financial support. We are a diverse group with varying backgrounds and perspectives, fostering a wide range of skills and knowledge. Our team boasts experience in building multi-billion-dollar technology startups and energy companies, coupled with deep expertise in energy markets. Join our dynamic team composed of enthusiastic, curious, and entrepreneurial individuals committed to making a significant impact. Together, we'll demonstrate that batteries are a fully viable part of our energy infrastructure, not just in the distant future but right now. We have ambitious plans to become Europe's leading clean energy company in the coming years, gradually expanding beyond batteries into new asset types.

Key Responsibilities: Your Mission

This is a newly created position within the team, driven by the ongoing growth of our project portfolio in Spain and the progress of projects throughout their development lifecycle. As a land scout specialist, you will be responsible for the real estate activities required to develop the Spanish battery market. Key responsibilities include:

• Identifying suitable sites for our developments by:
• Screening inbound approaches to Field from landowners interested in projects on their land
• Building and maintaining a network of agents to bring opportunities
• Using land registry, planning portals, and other sources to identify suitable parcels not yet progressed by others
• Understanding access, connection capacity, territorial regulations, and urban factors to identify potential sites early
• Assessing involvement of third parties in wayleaves, easements, and servitudes

Screening prospective sites from a planning perspective by:

• Using tools to assess environmental constraints and designations
• Evaluating physical constraints such as topography, noise, access, drainage, visual impact, and services
• Commissioning third-party planning and environmental assessments as needed
• Conducting site visits for ground-truthing

Engaging with landowners to agree Heads of Terms by:

• Finding landowner details and making initial contact
• Arranging onsite meetings to introduce projects
• Promoting Field as a business and brand to gain advantage
• Preparing and circulating heads of terms and plans
• Negotiating terms with agents and landowners, often in person

Supporting legal team in converting HoTs to Options by:

• Building relationships with landowners
• Negotiating commercial points with stakeholders
• Understanding legal clauses to protect projects
• Moving quickly and incentivizing stakeholders
• Engaging landowners to agree easements and servitudes

Reporting progress by:

• Maintaining organization
• Using Field’s processes
• Communicating technical details clearly

Skills, Knowledge & Expertise: About You

• Enjoy negotiating with landowners and resilient in deal-making
• Visionary in project development from inception
• Open, clear communicator, collaborative problem-solver
• Highly organized with proven methods to manage workload
• Enthusiastic and curious about energy storage industry
• Based in North Spain with a driver’s license and willingness to travel
• Experienced in site identification, land legal processes, and renewable development (wind or solar)
• Knowledge of town planning and legal documentation
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Law, or similar

Job Benefits:

Salary: €50,000 - €70,000. Includes participation in employee share scheme, bonuses, learning budget, flexible working, environmental initiatives, mental health support, office in Barcelona with hybrid work, and team events.

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