At a Glance
- Tasks: Secure land opportunities for renewable energy projects and build strong relationships with landowners.
- Company: Join a leading renewable energy developer with over 20 years of experience.
- Benefits: Flexible remote work, competitive salary, and a chance to make a real impact.
- Other info: Dynamic team environment with opportunities for growth and travel across the UK.
- Why this job: Be part of the green revolution and help shape the future of renewable energy.
- Qualifications: Experience in land management or similar roles, with strong communication and negotiation skills.
The predicted salary is between 40000 - 50000 £ per year.
Our client is an independent expert renewable energy developer, specialising in onshore wind projects across the UK. Their dynamic team is dedicated to identifying, designing, and developing high-quality wind energy projects. Built on 20+ years’ experience and knowledge across multiple technologies in the renewable sector, across the full life cycle (Early-stage development, development, construction, and operations) in 22 countries globally, now with a direct focus in the UK.
As part of their long-term growth plans, our client is seeking to recruit a Land Manager. As Land Manager, you will be responsible for securing land opportunities to meet the company's requirements and expansion plans. You will liaise and negotiate with landowners and land managers throughout the lifecycle of the land development. The development takes place with landowners across England, Scotland, and Wales. This is not a site finding role; you will acquire land projects from other teams that will be at varying stages of contract stages/negotiation at prebuild and build stages. The role is located in Scotland, with monthly travel to the company’s HQ in Liverpool.
About the Opportunity
- Identify suitable land opportunities on and off market.
- Present to landowners and agents on a formal and informal basis.
- Proactively engage landowners through site visits.
- Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, understanding their requirements.
- Gather key insights on land use, accessibility, and environmental factors.
- Work closely with the Development Manager to secure land agreements.
- Manage the offer process and provide support to the Development Manager.
About You
- You will have demonstrable relevant experience working as a Land Manager or equivalent.
- The successful candidate will have experience with legal deeds and ensuring compliance with Registers of Scotland, England, and Wales.
- The ideal candidate will be a motivated and results-driven individual who is able to work effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- They will also have excellent communication skills and be able to provide expert advice to landowners.
- An agricultural background is desirable though not essential.
- Experience working in the renewables industry is desirable though not essential.
- Strong communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
- Full UK driving licence and ability to travel.
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.
Remote Land Manager - Onshore Wind in Woking employer: Climate17
As a leading independent renewable energy developer, our client offers an exceptional work environment for the Remote Land Manager role, fostering a culture of innovation and collaboration. With a commitment to sustainability and employee growth, team members benefit from ongoing professional development opportunities and the chance to make a meaningful impact in the renewable sector. Located in Scotland with monthly travel to Liverpool, this position allows for a dynamic work-life balance while contributing to the expansion of onshore wind projects across the UK.
