Land and Estates Manager
- Recruiter
- Anonymous
- Location
- Alloa
- Salary
- Competitive
- Posted
- 27 Sep 2019
- Closes
- 25 Oct 2019
- Sectors
- Travel & Tourism
- Contract Type
- Permanent
- Hours
- Full Time
Land and Estate Manager - Alloa, Falkirk.
Salary - Competitive + Car Allowance + Pension + Travel Expenses + 25 Day Holidays
The Client
Our client are a renewable energy company, developing, owning and operating wind, hydro and solar power projects across the UK.
The company vision is of an economy powered entirely by renewable energy. In a changing regulatory environment achieving this vision will require new thinking and new ways of doing business, which will involve the companies in storage, energy conversion and supply as well their our core business of generation.
This highly successful company's development portfolio includes both small and large wind projects, run of river hydro schemes and solar farms. They are currently preparing to build out their first solar farm which will be co-located with an existing wind asset. The company have circa GBP100m of operational projects under management, including wind and run of river hydro.
The company are seeking to expand the operational business, both through growth of our own portfolio and providing asset management services to third parties. They believe there is significant potential in this market to improve asset management and drive additional value to project owners.
Our clients group of companies is a multi-million pound business and further growth is anticipated.
The Role
The company are now seeking to appoint a land and estates manager responsible for acquiring and delivering land agreements for renewable energy development. The successful candidate will have specialist knowledge of negotiating and drafting competitive land agreements
The post holder will represent the company in negotiating viable and cost-effective land deals that allow renewable energy projects to progress from initial site search through to agreed Heads of Terms in a timely manner so that external legal firms are then able to assist in concluding an Option and Lease.
Familiarity with property law (preferably with experience of both English and Welsh Law and Scottish Law) and knowledge of the relevant documentation will be needed.
A flexible approach to work and a ready acceptance that you will need to fit in with landowners' work patterns will be required; you will be involved in evening and weekend work. As projects are located across the UK you will need to be prepared to work and stay away from home for short periods and there is likely to be a lot of driving or travel involved.
Experience of renewable energy projects and a commercial understanding of business needs will be essential. Sound knowledge of sustainable land management practices and good stakeholder management skills will also be highly desirable.
Responsibilities
The main role of this post is to deliver robust land deals that enable renewable energy projects to progress in a timely manner. Responsibilities will include:
Taking a lead role in delivering land rights and any associated matters;
Meticulous electronic recording of discussions; noting issues and seeking resolution as they arise;
Representing the company professionally, 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;
Liaising with and managing the work of in-house and external lawyers and accountants;
Attending any necessary consultations and meetings with stakeholder groups;
Advising the company how best to manage their land assets, ideally including environmental responsibilities and obligations;
Providing professional advice on how emerging renewable energy regulations and practices may affect land strategies;
Experience/Skills
You will already have some experience and an understanding of the energy markets and issues pertinent to the valuation of land for renewable energy projects.
You will have a broad knowledge of investment, valuations, funding of projects, taxation associated with land transactions and Landlord and Tenant agreements.
You will have a good client-facing presence and be able to communicate technical information clearly and simply.
You will have a thorough knowledge of all aspects of land management and real experience of negotiating and concluding land transactions.
You will need to have good presentation skills and be able to clearly explain maps and diagrams that depict geographic areas of interest.
An ability to convey complex concepts clearly to a wide range of people and personalities is essential. A good understanding of the farming and forestry sectors, environmental sustainability and sound land management practices will be highly desirable.
Ideally you will be degree qualified in an appropriate subject (Rural Surveying, Estate Management or a relevant discipline) and will have a sound knowledge of renewable energy as well as be able to demonstrate significant experience working in the field. Chartered Surveyor status, in a general practice or rural estate would be an advantage.
A full driving license and your own vehicle will be essential.
Expertise
Previous land surveying experience ideally in utilities;
Excellent negotiating, influencing, presentation and communication skills;
Able to interpret maps and land forms and collect and present information in a logical and organised manner;
Ability to work effectively and positively in a team environment;
Comfortable dealing with business-to-business transactions, as well as business-to-customer transactions;
Excellent and effective time-management and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
Excellent written English and report writing skills;
Good mathematical abilities;
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Power point.
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Salary - Competitive + Car Allowance + Pension + Travel Expenses + 25 Day Holidays
The Client
Our client are a renewable energy company, developing, owning and operating wind, hydro and solar power projects across the UK.
The company vision is of an economy powered entirely by renewable energy. In a changing regulatory environment achieving this vision will require new thinking and new ways of doing business, which will involve the companies in storage, energy conversion and supply as well their our core business of generation.
This highly successful company's development portfolio includes both small and large wind projects, run of river hydro schemes and solar farms. They are currently preparing to build out their first solar farm which will be co-located with an existing wind asset. The company have circa GBP100m of operational projects under management, including wind and run of river hydro.
The company are seeking to expand the operational business, both through growth of our own portfolio and providing asset management services to third parties. They believe there is significant potential in this market to improve asset management and drive additional value to project owners.
Our clients group of companies is a multi-million pound business and further growth is anticipated.
The Role
The company are now seeking to appoint a land and estates manager responsible for acquiring and delivering land agreements for renewable energy development. The successful candidate will have specialist knowledge of negotiating and drafting competitive land agreements
The post holder will represent the company in negotiating viable and cost-effective land deals that allow renewable energy projects to progress from initial site search through to agreed Heads of Terms in a timely manner so that external legal firms are then able to assist in concluding an Option and Lease.
Familiarity with property law (preferably with experience of both English and Welsh Law and Scottish Law) and knowledge of the relevant documentation will be needed.
A flexible approach to work and a ready acceptance that you will need to fit in with landowners' work patterns will be required; you will be involved in evening and weekend work. As projects are located across the UK you will need to be prepared to work and stay away from home for short periods and there is likely to be a lot of driving or travel involved.
Experience of renewable energy projects and a commercial understanding of business needs will be essential. Sound knowledge of sustainable land management practices and good stakeholder management skills will also be highly desirable.
Responsibilities
The main role of this post is to deliver robust land deals that enable renewable energy projects to progress in a timely manner. Responsibilities will include:
Taking a lead role in delivering land rights and any associated matters;
Meticulous electronic recording of discussions; noting issues and seeking resolution as they arise;
Representing the company professionally, 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;
Liaising with and managing the work of in-house and external lawyers and accountants;
Attending any necessary consultations and meetings with stakeholder groups;
Advising the company how best to manage their land assets, ideally including environmental responsibilities and obligations;
Providing professional advice on how emerging renewable energy regulations and practices may affect land strategies;
Experience/Skills
You will already have some experience and an understanding of the energy markets and issues pertinent to the valuation of land for renewable energy projects.
You will have a broad knowledge of investment, valuations, funding of projects, taxation associated with land transactions and Landlord and Tenant agreements.
You will have a good client-facing presence and be able to communicate technical information clearly and simply.
You will have a thorough knowledge of all aspects of land management and real experience of negotiating and concluding land transactions.
You will need to have good presentation skills and be able to clearly explain maps and diagrams that depict geographic areas of interest.
An ability to convey complex concepts clearly to a wide range of people and personalities is essential. A good understanding of the farming and forestry sectors, environmental sustainability and sound land management practices will be highly desirable.
Ideally you will be degree qualified in an appropriate subject (Rural Surveying, Estate Management or a relevant discipline) and will have a sound knowledge of renewable energy as well as be able to demonstrate significant experience working in the field. Chartered Surveyor status, in a general practice or rural estate would be an advantage.
A full driving license and your own vehicle will be essential.
Expertise
Previous land surveying experience ideally in utilities;
Excellent negotiating, influencing, presentation and communication skills;
Able to interpret maps and land forms and collect and present information in a logical and organised manner;
Ability to work effectively and positively in a team environment;
Comfortable dealing with business-to-business transactions, as well as business-to-customer transactions;
Excellent and effective time-management and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously;
Excellent written English and report writing skills;
Good mathematical abilities;
Proficient with Microsoft Word, Excel and Power point.
Important Information: We endeavour to process your personal data in a fair and transparent manner. In applying for this role, Additional Resources will be acting in your best interest and may contact you in relation to the role, either by email, phone or text message. For more information see our Privacy Policy on our website. It is important you are aware of your individual rights and the provisions the company has put in place to protect your data. If you would like further information on the policy or GDPR please contact us.
Additional Resources Ltd is an Employment Business and an Employment Agency as defined within The Conduct of Employment Agencies & Employment Businesses Regulations 2003