Great British Energy is looking for a Land Manager and Origination Lead to join our GBE Onshore Energy Team. This role will play a key part in contributing to projects, objectives, and wider organisational goals.
Key Responsibilities
Land Strategy & Delivery
* Develop and deliver land acquisition and management strategies for development projects
* Lead negotiations with landowners, occupiers, agents, and statutory bodies
* Secure land rights through voluntary agreements, options, leases, wayleaves, easements, or compulsory purchase where required
* Manage land-related risks, constraints, and dependencies affecting programme and cost
* Provide advice to the Investment Team as they consider acquisitions
Legal & Commercial Management
* Instruct and manage external solicitors, surveyors, and land agents
* Oversee drafting and execution of land agreements
* Ensure compliance with relevant legislation, codes of practice, and governance frameworks
* Manage, in conjunction with the Development and Project Management Teams, land budgets, compensation, and valuations
Stakeholder Engagement
* Act as the senior point of contact for landowners, local authorities, community forums and statutory consultees
* Represent the organisation in meetings, negotiations, and public engagement forums
* Maintain positive, professional relationships to enable project delivery and minimise disputes
Leadership & Team Management
* Build internal capability and support recruitment and onboarding
* In due course, set priorities, manage workloads, and ensure high-quality outputs
* Contribute to organisational land policy, standards, and best practice
Cross-Functional Working
* Work closely with GIS, and project management teams
* Support business cases, consent applications, and programme approvals
Qualifications and Experience
* Significant experience in a senior land, estates, or property role within energy, infrastructure, utilities, development, or the public sector
* Experience working on nationally significant or complex projects is an advantage
* Knowledge of UK planning and consenting regimes
* Experience working in regulated or publicly accountable environments
* Familiarity with GIS or land information systems
* Degree in a relevant discipline (e.g. estate management, surveying, planning, law) or equivalent experience
* Chartered status (e.g. MRICS / FRICS)
Personal Qualities
* Takes ownership, shows confidence in decision-making, and is willing to challenge constructively
* Focuses on delivering meaningful outcomes and making a positive, lasting impact
* Works collaboratively, valuing different perspectives and building inclusive relationships
* Proactive and adaptable, with a curiosity to explore new ideas and improve ways of working
* Resilient and resourceful in a fast-paced environment
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