[ref. g18096020] Harrogate - Land Manager
Land Manager - Energy / Renewables
Location: Flexible - ideally based in the North of England or Midlands. Work from home with occasional travel to sites and HQ.Salary: £55,000 - £65,000 (dependent on experience) plus car allowance, 10% bonus, and excellent benefits.
About the Role
We are recruiting on behalf of a rapidly expanding onshore renewables business specialising inwind farms,solar energy, andbattery storage solutions. This organisation is at the forefront of the UK's transition to a sustainable energy future, with a strong financial foundation, ambitious growth plans, and a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
As aLand Manager, your role will be pivotal in securing and managing land agreements to support renewable energy projects. Key responsibilities include:
- Building strong relationships and negotiating agreements with landowners, farmers, and forestry managers to secure sites for renewable energy developments.
- Working closely with internal teams, includinglegal,finance,planning, andengineering, as well as external consultants and contractors, to facilitate project progression.
- Conducting assessments for land suitability, environmental impact (e.g. bird and wildlife surveys), agricultural use, and archaeological considerations.
- Managing projects at various stages, from contract negotiation to pre-construction and construction phases (this is not a site-finding role).
What We’re Looking For
To be successful in this role, you will need:
- A proven background as aLand Manager,Estates Manager,Forestry Manager, or similar role, ideally within therenewable energy sector. Experience withsolar farms,wind energy projects, orbattery storage solutionsis highly desirable.
- The ability to engage with key stakeholders, including landowners, project teams, and external partners, to secure agreements and maintain strong relationships.
- Familiarity withforestry management,agricultural land use, and theplanning and development process for energy projectsis advantageous.
- Flexibility and Mobility: A willingness to travel to project sites and attend meetings at HQ, as required.
- Contribute to the UK’srenewable energy revolutionand play a key role in advancingsustainable energy solutions.
- Benefit from aflexible working environment, allowing for a balance of remote work and site visits.
- Join a dynamic, forward-thinking organisation with significant opportunities for career growth and development.
- Receive a competitive remuneration package, including acar allowance,performance bonus, and comprehensive benefits.
If you are an experiencedLand Manager with a passion for renewable energy and sustainable development, apply today to join this exciting and growing team!