Alfanar Energy UK through our subsidiary Lighthouse Green Fuels, are developing the largest Advanced Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) project in Europe, utilising first-of-it's-kind technology and attracting a £1.5billion investment package. It's a very exciting time to be joining us as our project gathers pace and the UK Government puts legislation in place to mandate SAF usage. More information can be found at:
www.lighthousegreenfuels.co.uk
We're currently seeking an experienced individual to join us on a contract basis as Land Manager. This is a key role for us as we expand the scope of the project and will be responsible for negotiating and securing the required land for the project whilst building relationships with landowners and agents.
Responsibilities
* Negotiate and secure Exclusivity agreements, Heads of Terms, Option and Lease agreements, and other third-party property rights with landowners required for the successful delivery of green energy / green fuels projects.
* Develop and manage positive relationships with landowners, landowners’ solicitors, and agents to maintain existing opportunities and seek new ones.
* Oversee and manage the drafting and completion of land agreements.
* Instruct and manage land agents, consultants, and external solicitors in relation to securing land agreements.
* Represent the Company at community engagement, stakeholder consultations, and other meetings and events to support the Development Consent Order (DCO) process.
* Manage and coordinate discussions with Statutory undertakers and key stakeholders to develop agreements to support DCO such as Statements of Common Ground.
* Maintain an awareness of market rates, trends, and influencing factors and devise a strategy to ensure offers are competitive.
* Review and approve 3rd party land agent disbursements.
Who we're seeking:
* Land Manager experience in the Energy and infrastructure Sector
* An excellent understanding of infrastructure planning and the Development Consent Order (DCO) process and Compulsory purchase
* Experience negotiating freehold & leasehold agreements. Experience negotiating rights and easements for pipelines, utilities or other service media. Experience negotiating access rights.
* Experience in negotiating protective provisions, asset protection agreements
* Experience in Statements of Common Ground & Principal Areas of Disagreement Summary Statements.
* Excellent record-keeping to ensure a clear record of decisions and landowner feedback
* Proficient in land and real estate transactions and any associated legal documentation provisions and procedures. Understanding of land law and contract law.
* Experience in consultation with both internal and external stakeholders and in developing strong working relationships with key actors.
* Full UK driving license & able to travel to undertake site visits and meet landowners.
If you're an experienced Land Manager interested in working on a large-scale, high-value and innovative green fuels project, we encourage you to apply today.