State Head-Land Acquisition

Land Acquisition (State Head/Lead)

Role Overview:

Lead and manage all land acquisition activities within the assigned state to ensure the timely availability of clear, dispute-free, and cost-effective land parcels for solar and wind energy projects. This role is pivotal to supporting our client's strategic growth and sustainability objectives.

Qualifications:

• Undergraduate or Postgraduate degree (Preference for LLB/LLM)

Experience:

• Minimum 18–20 years of professional experience
• At least 5–10 years in the renewable energy sector

Key Responsibilities:

1. Strategy & Planning (State-Level)

• Develop and implement a comprehensive land acquisition strategy aligned with client's business goals and project pipeline.
• Identify high-potential regions based on resource availability, grid connectivity, and land feasibility.
• Maintain up-to-date data on land rates, government policies, and market trends.

2. Land Identification & Feasibility

• Identify suitable land parcels (private, government, revenue, or wasteland) for renewable energy projects.
• Ensure technical feasibility in collaboration with engineering teams (e.g., shadow-free zones, wind speed, parcel contiguity).
• Oversee thorough due diligence of land titles and ownership records.

3. Stakeholder Engagement

• Build and nurture relationships with:
  • Local landowners and community leaders
  • Brokers and facilitators
  • State and district-level government officials (Revenue, Energy, Forest, Panchayat, etc.)
  • External legal and technical consultants

4. Team Leadership & Execution

• Establish and lead a high-performing land acquisition team across the state.
• Define KPIs and monitor progress to ensure timely execution.
• Provide hands-on support during negotiations, documentation, and land possession.

5. Legal & Compliance Oversight

• Ensure adherence to land laws, renewable energy policies, and state regulations.
• Collaborate with the Legal team to resolve disputes, title issues, and regulatory challenges.
• Supervise documentation, registration, and mutation processes.