Land Acquisition Manager

Discover BSR:At British Solar Renewables (BSR), we're creating renewables energy systems for a net zero carbon future. From Development to long term asset owners, we deliver renewable energy projects that have a lasting impact.About This Role:Reporting to the Senior Site Acquisition Manager, the Site Acquisition Manager will be responsible for securing sites with a viable grid connection, realistic prospects of planning success and the capability for Head of Terms and an Option and Lease Agreement to be agreed with the view to develop a new large-scale solar, wind and energy storage projects.The Site Acquisition Manager will be self-motivated and enjoy building and maintaining strong relationships with landowners and their representatives whilst maintaining a high-level understanding of commercial, legal, technical and construction activities required to successfully deliver high value renewable energy projects.What You'll Be Doing:Ensuring that health and safety is at the forefront of all decision making. An enjoyment and confidence to build and maintain strong face-to-face relationships with landowners and their representativesArrange and carry out face-to-face meetings with landowners and their representatives on site visitsCapacity to listen to, and negotiate with, a range of peopleMaintain a continual review process with the Grid team to evaluate future grid connection opportunities.Obtain all signed documents required to submit grid applications from landowners and their representatives.Support the Land Manager in their role negotiating HoTs and Option and Lease agreementWork closely with the Land Manager, commercial, planning teams to ensure suitability of land for development.Maintain an awareness of market conditions and the impact of internal as well as external policy changes.Prepare presentation to present to senior managementTake responsibility for projects from the earliest stagesCapacity to source new opportunities through other meansArrange and attend site visits to assess potential sites for developmentEnsure suitable communication is always maintained with landowners or their representativesCompile and present site development presentations for approvalEnsure that the ArcGIS mapping system is maintained as fit for purposeWhat We're Looking For: Previous experience in / knowledge of renewable energy sector advantageous but not essentialPrevious experience in a forward-facing site/land acquisition role advantageous but not essentialAbility to use GIS and common IT productsExperience in the renewables sector preferredGIS systems, not essentialDegree or equivalent qualificationSkills you'll need: Strong organisational skillsExcellent listening skillsTime managementDriving licenceSelf-motivatedAttention to detailExcellent negotiation and communication skills both written and oralGood negotiating skillsA proven ability to multi-task, across multiple projectsWhat You'll Get From BSR: Monthly social events, such as team lunches, breakfasts, volunteering and a Christmas and Summer party.Hybrid working options.Enhanced maternity, paternity and adoption policies.An annual bonus scheme to recognise your hard work.Employee referral schemeSupporting you beyond work with our Employee Assistance Programme offering 24/7 support.One funded professional membership per year.25 days of annual leave, plus bank holidays, with the option to roll over up to 5 days.Long Service Recognition SchemePrivate Health insurance after completion of 3-month probation period.Life insurancePensionHow to Apply: Please send your applications to recruitment@britishrenewables.com. We encourage you to apply as soon as possible, this advert may close early if we receive a high number of applications.Our Commitment: We're proud to be a workplace where individuality is valued. If you're motivated by our purpose and feel you could contribute, we encourage you to apply, even if you don't meet every requirement.We want everyone that connects with BSR to feel included and supported. If you need any adjustments during the process, please get in touch at recruitment@britishrenewables.com