Land Agent Trainee

Western Land Services, Inc.; Ludington (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Stock ownership potential

Health insurance

401k with matching

Annual bonus program

Job summary

Western Land Services, Inc. is seeking a Land Agent Trainee to build foundational skills in the Land & Energy industry. Through mentorship and hands-on learning, you will support acquisition efforts across multiple projects.

You will meet landowners, negotiate contracts, prepare documents, and report negotiations to Project Managers. The role requires 1-2 years in a sales-related or people-focused role and a related bachelor’s degree preferred. Significant travel may be required.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of sales-related or people-focused experience preferred.
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
• Willingness to travel to landowner locations as needed.

Responsibilities

• Secure property rights for land sought for development.
• Negotiate contracts and approach landowners within parameters.
• Meet with landowners at properties or agreed locations.
• Establish trust to facilitate negotiations and relationships.
• Obtain licensing and permits if required.
• Explain project details, timelines, and financial arrangements.
• Provide reports on negotiations to Project Managers and clients.
• Prepare contracts and related documents.
• Other related duties as assigned.

Skills

Prioritize and organize work

Gain trust of clients/landowners

Professionalism & ethics

Travel to meet landowners

Travel to residences

Education

Bachelor’s degree in related field

Job description

The Land Agent Trainee will join Western Land Services and immediately begin work on building out a foundational skillset in the Land & Energy industry. Through mentorship and experiential learning, you will be prepared to enter into the field to assist in WLS' acquisition efforts across various ongoing projects.

Job Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Primarily responsible for securing property rights for land being soughtfor development.
• Make independent decisions within established parameters on how best toapproach landowners and proceed with contract negotiation.
  
• Meet with landowners either at his/her property or another agreed uponlocation.
  
• Establish trust and rapport with landowners to facilitate negotiationsand a positive working relationship.
  
• Obtain licensing and permits, if required.
• Explain project to landowners including expectations, procedures,timing, and financial arrangements.
• Provide reports to Project Managers and clients regarding the status ofnegotiations and the details of executed contracts.
• Prepare contracts and other necessary documents related to thetransaction.
• Other related duties as assigned.
• Uphold Western Land Services’ Core values in all aspects of work.
  

Required Skills & Abilities:

• Ability to prioritize and organize work to meet project deadlines.
  
• Ability to gain the trust of clients and landowners to facilitate thelease negotiation process.
  
• High level of professionalism and ethical standards.
• Significant travel may be required and work outside normal work hoursmay be required to reach and meet with landowners.
• Ability to travel to landowner residences or other agreed upon meeting locations.
  

Required Education & Experience:

• 1-2 years of prior experience in a sales-related or people-focused role preferred.
  
• Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
  

Why WLS?

At WLS, our employees are the foundation of our success. Investing in our employees, means investing in our future, and it all starts with the recruitment and retention of talented individuals. WLS harbors a flexible, stimulating work environment that is family-oriented. We are recognized for employees who work hard, not because they have to, but because they want to. Hard work and dedication is noticed and rewarded, through advancement opportunities and incentives. As an Employee Owned Company, our employees also have the ability to share in the financial rewards of ownership. Every employee, regardless of position, contributes to our success. As a member of our team, you will get to experience:

Fully vested WLS employees are eligible to receive stock within the company.

Advancement & Cross Training

Opportunity's to grow and learn various operations within the company that fits you.

Annual Performance Reviews & Bonus Program

Receive annual performance reviews to stay at completive pay rates while also being eligible for our bonus program

Full-Time Employee Benefits

• Paid Holidays and Vacation Time
• BCBS Health Insurance & Supplemental Insurances at group rates
• Employer funded Health Savings & 401k Accounts with matching.

Wellness Program & Discounts

24/7 Access to our Wellness Program and Benefits.

Experience both short and long term travel opportunities across the U.S.A.

Company Events

Enjoy the comradery of your coworkers during Golf Outings, Christmas Parties and other employee appreciation events.

WLS is very engaged with local fundraisers/charity events, helping out our communities.