Head of Land Acquisition

Head of Land Acquisition Germany (Wind, PV & BESS) – Industry Leading Bonus Scheme € - Progression to Head of International Project Development or similar in 2-3 years

Are you a land acquisition expert looking for the freedom to build your own team and drive national strategy? Want to shape the future of wind, solar, and storage projects in one of Europe’s most exciting renewable energy markets? If so, we have the opportunity for you!

The Company:

• My client is a fully integrated solar PV developer active in over five European countries, with a strong focus on the German market following a recent announcement of substantial financial backing from a major international investor.
• Founded over a decade ago, the company has delivered over 2.5GW of installed capacity through 100 successful utility-scale projects.

Key responsibilities include:

• Build and lead the acquisition team
• Take the lead on negotiating and securing strategic land lease agreements
• Building long-term relationships with municipalities and key industry stakeholders
• Coordination of internal project disciplines including development, grid, legal, and finance
• Play a key role in the strategic direction of the business, working hand in hand with the German Head of Development
• Progression to Head of International Project Development or similar in 2-3 years

The successful candidate will likely have the following:

• 6 years of experience in land acquisition (ideally renewables)
• A strong network in German renewable energy market
• Proven leadership skills and the ability to grow and manage teams
• Excellent negotiation and communication abilities
• Fluency in German, English is an asset

If you have the desired background and a passion for driving land acquisition projects in the renewable energy sector, please apply now!