Land Acquisition Manager (Renewables)

Location: Lazio and surrounding regions (Abruzzo, Campania, Marche, Umbria, Molise, Tuscany)

Petroplan are pleased to be recruiting for a Land Acquisition Manager on behalf of a well-established Developer of utility-scale solar, wind and storage assets across Europe and U.S.

Our client are dedicated to developing high quality greenfield solar and wind projects and they have big ambitions in supporting the clean energy transition.
The ideal candidate will support our client with originating and acquiring land for potential solar and storage projects around Lazio and surrounding regions such as Abruzzo, Campania, Marche, Umbria, Molise, Tuscany.

The role will be predominantly field based, building trusting and lasting relationships with landowners.

Main responsibilities
* Representing our client in originating, negotiating viable and cost-effective land deals that allow renewable energy projects to progress from initial site search through to agreed HoT in a timely manner
* Negotiating and drafting competitive land agreements
* Taking a lead role in delivering land rights and any associated matters
* Representing our client by establishing and maintaining good relationships with landowners, tenant farmers, land managers or others who own and manage land to ensure they are well informed of developments and progress
* Attending any necessary consultations and meetings with stakeholder groups
* Advising on how best to manage the land assets, ideally including environmental responsibilities and obligations
* Staying well informed on all issues affecting the countryside and keeping up to date with new regulations that are likely to affect land use

Requirements
* Excellent network of local rural landowners
* A good client-facing presence and be able to communicate technical information clearly and simply
* A good understanding of the farming and forestry sectors, environmental sustainability and sound land management practices
* Previous land surveying experience is an advantage
* Chartered surveyor status, in a general practice or rural estate would be an advantage

About Petroplan

Petroplan is the trusted, specialist global Talent Solutions partner of choice for employers and professionals in the Energy sector. Since 1976, Petroplan has been here to help people like you make the most of the opportunities available and find the best fit for you as an individual.

Over 10,000 placements in more than 55 countries for over 550 clients across 65 disciplines.

In an industry where skilled and experienced professionals are increasingly sought after resource, we appreciate the true value of what you have to offer. What's more, we understand that different things are important to different people in today's world of work - it's about making exactly the right connections for you as an individual.

Our reputation for contractor and candidate care, understanding what makes you tick, and finding you the best match is second-to-none. We understand the industry inside-out and seek to understand YOU and your motivations in the same way. We take the time to evaluate your individual strengths, understand the most important things to you, and establish exactly what you're looking for from your next role.