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Elgin Energy

3d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Junior Level
  • Sustainability
    Real Estate & Property
  • Ulm
    Remote

AI generated summary

  • You need 2+ years in land management, strong negotiation skills, GIS proficiency, knowledge of German renewables, and fluency in German and English.
  • You will identify and secure land for renewable projects, negotiate agreements, manage relationships, and support project development in alignment with company goals.

Requirements

  • A minimum of 2 years demonstrated experience as a land manager, identifying, negotiating, and securing land rights;
  • Excellent communication and negotiation skills and the ability to influence effectively at all levels;
  • Extensive experience in negotiating and securing Exclusivity Agreements, Head of Terms, Options, Lease Agreements, and Easements
  • Ability to use GIS or other spatial environmental and planning software systems
  • In-depth knowledge of the agricultural landscape and a deep understanding of the German renewables market
  • A good understanding of the relevant permit procedures for solar and BESS projects
  • Willingness to present renewable energy projects to permitting committees and community meetings, with the support of the development team.
  • Fluency in German and English.

Responsibilities

  • Develop, review, and maintain an origination strategy that considers the key activities required to deliver solar farms and BESS projects;
  • Identify, appraise, and secure suitable renewable energy development opportunities
  • Manage, negotiate, and secure land option and lease agreements, including any other relevant property agreements, to facilitate the successful delivery, acquisition, or disposal of renewable energy and low-carbon projects;
  • Ensure that land right negotiations are conducted in a manner consistent with the values and goals of Elgin
  • Establish and safeguard key relationships with landowners, agents, consultants
  • Contribute to securing satisfactory project opportunities and collaborate closely with our grid, operations, and planning teams
  • Manage a diverse range of land-related opportunities and act as the primary point of contact for those opportunities
  • Provide other energy-related development support and advice to the company’s wider activities, goals and objectives;
  • See your ideas come to reality

FAQs

Do we support remote work?

Yes, this is a 100% remote home office role.

What are the key responsibilities of the Land Acquisition Manager?

The key responsibilities include developing an origination strategy for solar farms and BESS projects, identifying and securing renewable energy development opportunities, negotiating land option and lease agreements, and establishing relationships with landowners and consultants.

What qualifications are required for this position?

A minimum of 2 years of experience as a land manager, excellent communication and negotiation skills, extensive experience in various property agreements, understanding of the German renewables market, and fluency in German and English are required.

Is prior experience in the renewable energy sector necessary?

While not explicitly required, in-depth knowledge of the agricultural landscape and understanding of permit procedures for solar and BESS projects are essential, indicating that experience in the renewable energy sector is highly beneficial.

Will I need to present projects to permitting committees?

Yes, there is a willingness required to present renewable energy projects to permitting committees and community meetings with the support of the development team.

What does Elgin value in its employees?

Elgin values agility, integrity, excellence, and care, and integrates these core values into all employment processes to respect individual contributions.

Where are Elgin's headquarters located?

Elgin's headquarters are located in Ulm, Germany.

What is Elgin's success rate in planning projects?

Elgin has a 98% success rate through planning across all its markets.

Are there opportunities for personal growth within the company?

Yes, Elgin values personal growth and well-being, providing opportunities for employees to build their careers and develop their skills.

What types of projects would I be working on?

You would be working on solar farms and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects, contributing to sustainable energy solutions.

Elgin Energy

Leading in Solar+Storage

Energy
Industry
51-200
Employees
2009
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Elgin Energy is a full-service, utility scale, solar+storage developer bringing projects from origination through development. The company has a portfolio of projects in late-stage development totalling 6GW solar + 3GW storage across our three key markets of the UK, Australia, and Ireland. As of 2022, Elgin Energy agreed to sell the UK’s largest solar PV transaction to date consisting of a portfolio of 12 projects with a combined capacity of 519MW of projects including 70MW of collocated energy storage capacity to Scottish Power Renewables (UK) Limited, a wholly-owned subsidiary of global utility Iberdrola Group. Elgin Energy works with long-term strategic partners to deliver projects to the energization and provides asset management services through their operational life. The company has expanded internationally over the last 12 years with a professional team of engineers, accountants, and lawyers located in its London, Dublin, and Sydney offices. Elgin has a 98% success rate through planning across all its markets.