Land Agent

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in New York.

📋 Description

• Establish and cultivate relationships with landowners to secure long-term land agreements for renewable project development.

• Assist in obtaining fully executed documents required in the advanced stages of development, including but not limited to land leases, land purchases, collection and transmission line easements, access road easements, title curative instruments, and crossing agreements, under the guidance and supervision of the Manager of Land Acquisition.

• Collaborate with regional teams to execute land acquisition campaigns, which include identifying landowners within potential sites, initiating contact, and meeting with individual landowners to convey the benefits of the company’s value proposition, as well as negotiating contracts with landowners and/or their attorneys for participation in proposed renewable energy projects.

• Provide the Manager of Land Acquisition with data for weekly updates with Region Development staff concerning priority tasks for projects and submit weekly status reports to keep an up-to-date summary of project activities.

• Under the direction of the Manager of Land Acquisition, conduct stakeholder meetings, presentations, and maintain relationships with stakeholders throughout the land acquisition and development process.

• Operate within the parameters of corporate land acquisition policies under the Manager of Land Acquisition.

• Assist Community Relations teams and regional staff in maintaining ongoing communications with landowners through project update phone calls and letters, quarterly newsletters, and project update meetings as necessary.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

⛳️ Requirements

• A minimum of two years of land acquisition experience is required.

• RL, RPL, or CPL certification from the American Association of Professional Landmen is preferred.

• A local Notary license is preferred, or the ability to obtain one.

• Candidates must reside in the Northeast region of the U.S.

• Ability to travel up to 75% of the work time.

• A Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Marketing, or a related field is preferred.

• Proven experience in sales, account acquisition, and account management is essential.

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and CRM software is required.

• Outstanding verbal, written communication, and public speaking skills are necessary.

• Experience in contract drafting is required.

• A working knowledge of land, legal, and negotiation principles, with an ability to apply them effectively.

• A self-starter with the capability to work independently as well as collaboratively as part of a team is required.

🏝️ Benefits

• Competitive bonus incentives.

• Comprehensive health coverage.

• Rewarding 401k plan.

• Generous paid time off programs.

• Opportunities for learning, career development, and advancement.

• Supportive mentorship and buddy programs.