Land Manager and Origination Lead – Onshore Energy
Job Title: Land Manager and Origination Lead – Onshore Energy
Location: Aberdeen
Reporting to: Onshore Development Director
Number of Roles Available: 1
Company Overview
Join Great British Energy and be part of powering the UK's Clean Energy Future.
At GBE, we're not just building an energy company – we're shaping the future of the UK's energy landscape.
Our mission is clear:
* Drive clean energy deployment across the UK as a strategic developer, investor, and owner of renewable projects
* Deliver benefits for communities and taxpayers, ensuring the clean energy transition creates jobs, boosts local economies, and increases public ownership
We focus on innovation, sustainability, and impact, working on projects that matter – from large-scale national renewable investments to empowering local and community energy initiatives.
Joining GBE means:
* Purpose-driven work: Be part of a national effort to accelerate the clean energy transition
* Career growth: Opportunities to develop expertise in cutting-edge energy technologies and strategic investment
* Collaboration and flexibility: Work with passionate professionals in a dynamic, forward-thinking environment
If you want to make a real difference and help power a greener, fairer future for the UK, GBE is the place for you.
We welcome applications from all backgrounds and communities. If you require reasonable adjustments during the recruitment process, please let us know.
About the Role
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
Essential:
* 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
Desirable:
* 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
What We Offer
* Competitive base salary
* Performance-related bonus scheme
* Excellent pension scheme
* 4x salary life assurance
* Group income protection
* 38 days annual leave
* Flexible working arrangements
* Ongoing professional development and training
* Supportive, inclusive working environment