Land Acquisition Manager

We have partnered with a major renewables developer to appoint a Land Acquisition Manager to support the delivery of renewable energy projects across Ireland.

This permanent role involves securing third-party land rights—options, leases, wayleaves, and easements—to enable large-scale infrastructure development

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead landowner negotiations for renewable energy and infrastructure projects, securing land rights such as options, leases, wayleaves, and easements.
  
• Manage complex agreements and ensure timely delivery of land access for development and construction phases.
  
• Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners, tenant farmers, and land managers.
  
• Present project details and negotiate Heads of Terms, capturing special conditions to streamline legal processes.
  
• Liaise with legal teams, project managers, consultants, and joint venture partners to progress agreements.
  
• Attend stakeholder consultations and stay informed on regulatory changes affecting land strategies.
  
• Maintain accurate records of negotiations, risks, and progress in line with internal governance standards.
  
• Support joint venture partners in land acquisition and coordinate title investigations.
  
• Contribute to performance management and collaborate with cross-functional teams.
  

Candidate Requirements:

• Degree in Land Management, Property, Business, or related discipline.
  
• Minimum 6 years’ experience in agriculture, forestry, property, or project management.
  
• Strong knowledge of Irish property law and renewable energy project requirements.
  
• Proven track record in negotiating and concluding land agreements.
  
• Excellent stakeholder engagement, communication, and conflict resolution skills.
  
• Ability to interpret maps, manage multiple projects, and maintain detailed records.
  
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and strong reporting capabilities.
  
  

To discuss this opportunity in confidence, contact Diarmuid Clancy via [email protected] or apply via the link provided.