Are you passionate about renewable energy and experienced in land acquisition? Are you excited about contributing to the green transition through solar and battery storage development? If so, we have an exceptional opportunity for you.
Our client, a fast-growing clean energy company, is actively looking for a Land Acquisition Manager to lead the identification and acquisition of land for solar photovoltaic (PV), agri-voltaic, and battery energy storage system (BESS) projects across Italy.
This role is perfect for a motivated and dynamic individual who thrives in the field, loves building relationships, and wants to make a tangible impact on Italy’s renewable energy landscape.
🔍 What Will You Do as a Land Acquisition Manager?
As a key player in the development process, you’ll be the driving force behind acquiring suitable land for solar and battery projects. Your responsibilities will include:
✅ Key Responsibilities:
- 🧭 Initiate and implement origination plans in designated regions across Italy
- 🌿 Assess environmental and technical suitability of land for utility-scale solar and BESS projects
- 🏞️ Conduct environmental constraint analyses for potential development sites
- 🤝 Build and maintain strong relationships with landowners and channel partners
- 📞 Engage, filter, and cultivate contacts that align with the land origination strategy
- 🗂️ Track and coordinate leads in collaboration with the wider project development team
- 👥 Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure a unified and professional landowner experience
👤 Who We’re Looking For: The Ideal Candidate
To thrive in this role, you should be a natural relationship builder with a strategic mindset and an eye for identifying high-potential land opportunities.
💼 Skills & Experience:
- Proven experience in land identification and acquisition
- Track record of originating and qualifying new leads
- Skilled in negotiating preliminary land rights agreements
- Ability to build trust and long-term relationships with landowners
- Strong network of existing contacts in the Italian agricultural or landowner community is a plus
- Willingness to travel across Italy as needed
💶 Salary & Benefits Table
| Category | Details |
|---|---|
| 💰 Salary Range | €45,000 – €65,000 per year (depending on experience) + performance bonuses |
| 🚗 Travel Expenses | Covered or reimbursed by the company |
| 🏖️ Time Off | Generous vacation policy + national holidays |
| 💼 Contract Type | Full-time, permanent |
| 🏢 Location | Flexible across Italy (remote/field-based with regular regional travel) |
| 📈 Career Growth | Clear path to leadership within land and project development teams |
📋 Requirements Table
| Requirement | Mandatory/Preferred |
|---|---|
| Experience in land acquisition | ✅ Mandatory |
| Knowledge of renewable energy (solar/BESS) | ✅ Preferred |
| Familiarity with preliminary land agreements | ✅ Mandatory |
| Italian language fluency | ✅ Mandatory |
| English language proficiency | ✅ Preferred |
| Willingness to travel regionally | ✅ Mandatory |
| Environmental assessment skills | ✅ Preferred |
🌍 Why This Role Matters
Italy is at the heart of the EU’s clean energy goals, and land acquisition is the critical first step in enabling new solar and battery storage installations. As Land Acquisition Manager, you’ll be directly involved in shaping the country’s energy future — making land productive in new, sustainable ways.
📝 Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re someone who enjoys being in the field, connecting with people, and driving impactful projects, this is your chance to join a mission-driven team. Your work will help accelerate the renewable energy transition while offering meaningful career growth.
👉 Apply now and power the future, one hectare at a time.
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