Land Senior Specialist Uk

About the CompanyNadara’s strength comes from our wonderfully diverse people, proud moments, and pioneering initiatives, combining to give us a history that empowers our present and elevates our ambitions. Two of Europe’s sector-leading renewable energy generators, Renantis and Ventient Energy, came together to form Nadara.The Group has an installed capacity of 4.2 GW between wind, solar, biomass and storage systems, for about 200 plants in Europe and the USA.Moreover, over the next 10 years, Nadara's development pipeline includes as much as 18 GW.In Nadara, we work harmoniously with the power of nature and the communities around us to power lifetimes to come. We call our approach ‘living energy’.We don’t just produce renewable energy, we live it – recognizing our relationship with the people touched by our business and supporting social, educational, cultural, and environmental initiatives that contribute to the development of the communities we work alongside.Nadara is an innovative place to work. We work in a stimulating and challenging environment, where every day we explore the unknown with curiosity, make decisions with quality and take action and deliver with courage. For us diversity is a real value, and we encourage in connecting different perspectives with respect.About the RoleThis role will sit within Nadara’s Growth department, providing expertise in the following areas:1) GrowthOrigination of greenfield development projects, securing exclusivity and land rights for new wind, solar and energy storage sites.Negotiating viable and cost-effective land deals that allow existing portfolio projects reach their full potential by life extension, repower or wind farm extension with the placement of additional turbines, as well as co-location of solar and battery.Building strong relationships with landowners and tenant farmers to ensure all stakeholders have an understanding of project progress and agreement terms.Providing expertise on land and property law in relation to renewable projects.Commercial understanding of business needs with regards to land agreements and viability of renewable projects.Familiarity with and able to understand farming and forestry economics and regulations.2) Property ManagementProviding advice to the wider business, including the legal and asset management teams regarding land agreements, 3rd party access, crossing and other interface agreements on existing renewable energy sites.Working with the Finance Team to process rent reviews and landowner payment instructions.Advising on sustainable land management practices.Advising the Asset Compliance team on the management of Nadara’s owned assets including strategic management advice.Key ResponsibilitiesRepresenting Nadara 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.Delivering land rights and any associated matters across the development pipeline.Recording of discussions with landowners or their representatives noting issues and seeking resolution as they arise.Liaising with and managing the work of in-house and external lawyers and accountants in respect of new and existing land agreements.Attending any necessary consultations and meetings with stakeholder groups.Advising Nadara how best to manage land assets including responsibilities and obligations.Providing professional advice on how emerging renewable energy regulations and practices may affect land strategies.Support wider business with response to queries associated with growth team project progression.Key RequirementsDegree or equivalent4-5 previous experience in a similar roleDetailed understanding of the technical tools for wind, solar and battery designHigh level of commercial awareness Onshore wind / solar developmentTeamworking and unification of ideas and strategyClear and precise communicatorCritical and analytical thinkingAbility to persuade and build a consensusMicrosoft Office SuiteSmartsheetsProject Management toolsDesirableMembership of a professional organisation such as RICS or CAAV, or the desire to work towards qualification is desirable but not essential.Travel RequirementsExpected to attend site visits across the UK as required.Occasional travel to the company’s offices in London may be required.Pay and benefitsWith a genuine culture of reward and recognition, we want our employees to grow, develop and be part of our journey. We offer a benefits package that includes flexible working policy, development and training opportunities, a wide range of initiatives dedicated to wellbeing and mental health. There’s no doubt that you will be compensated for your hard work and commitment so if you’d like to work for one of the top Renewable Energy providers in the world then please do get in touch with us!Equality and equityOur company is an Equal Opportunities Employer with a strong commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusivity (DEI). DEI provides an anchor for our long-term business strategy and permeates through our day-to-day culture, ensuring people of all backgrounds can thrive.We hire based on merit, competence, and qualifications, with salary determined on a case-by-case basis, taking into consideration job-related knowledge and skills, education, and experience.We’ll achieve our vision through the energy and expertise of talented people like you. Join us and help secure the future of people and the planet!What do we expect from you?We expect from you passion, commitment and, most of all, the desire to learn in each activity you’re tasked with. We always look for enablers of growth!