Land Acquisition Manager

Role Purpose:

To identify, acquire, and secure land for utility-scale solar power projects in Gujarat while ensuring compliance with all legal, regulatory, and statutory requirements. The role will involve close coordination with government authorities, local stakeholders, landowners, and internal project teams to enable smooth land acquisition and site readiness.

Key Responsibilities:

• Land Identification & Acquisition:
• Identify suitable parcels of land for utility-scale solar projects in Gujarat.
• Conduct due diligence on land titles, ownership, and encumbrances.
• Negotiate with landowners and finalize agreements/transactions.
• Regulatory & Statutory Compliance:
• Ensure compliance with state land laws, electricity regulations, and renewable energy policies.
• Coordinate with revenue, land records, and registration departments for necessary approvals and documentation.
• Obtain clearances related to land use, conversion, and right of way.
• Stakeholder Management:
• Build and maintain relationships with government officials, local authorities, village panchayats, and community leaders.
• Address and resolve issues with local stakeholders, ensuring smooth project execution.
• Liaise with external consultants, legal advisors, and survey teams.
• Documentation & Records:
• Maintain complete land records, agreements, maps, and registration documents.
• Support legal and finance teams in title verification, due diligence, and dispute resolution.
• Internal Coordination:
• Work with engineering and execution teams to ensure site feasibility and readiness.
• o Support project planning and execution by providing timely land-related inputs
• Qualifications & Experience:
• • Graduate/Postgraduate in Law, Rural Development, Business Administration, or related field.
• 815 years of experience in land liaisoning, preferably in renewable energy, infrastructure, or power projects.
• • Strong understanding of Gujarat state land policies, registration process, and government liaisoning.
• • Experience in handling large parcels of land for industrial/energy projects.
• Skills & Competencies: