Lead - Land Acquisition

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Key Purpose of the Role

Key Responsibilities

1. Land Identification & Acquisition Execution

• Identify, evaluate, and secure private and government land parcels suitable for Wind and Solar projects.
• Drive end-to-end land acquisition process – from preliminary scouting to final registration.
• Conduct thorough title verification, due diligence, and resolve legal/ownership disputes.
  

2. Legal & Regulatory Compliance

• Interpret and apply land-related laws including Karnataka Land Reforms Act, Indian Registration Act, and applicable renewable energy policies.
• Draft and review agreements – Sale Deeds, Lease Agreements, MOU, Indemnity Bonds, etc.
• Manage conversion, mutation, and land use approvals in coordination with legal consultants.
  

3. Government & Community Liaison

• Liaise effectively with revenue and registration departments, tehsildars, DC offices, and other local authorities.
• Establish relationships with local communities, Gram Panchayats, and stakeholders to ensure smooth land aggregation.
• Handle grievances and resolve disputes involving landowners or local resistance.
  

4. Documentation & MIS

• Maintain clear and complete records of land documents, approvals, payment trackers, and compliance checklists.
• Ensure timely registration, mutation, and alignment with project timelines.
• Provide accurate and timely updates to central and project teams.
  

5. Team & Vendor Coordination

• Guide and supervise field executives, local advocates, and land consultants.
• Evaluate and manage local agencies and legal partners for due diligence and field activities.
  

Desired Candidate Profile

• LLB graduate with sound knowledge of Karnataka land laws and procedures.
• 10+ years of experience in land acquisition for infrastructure/renewable energy projects.
• Strong legal drafting and negotiation skills.
• Proven experience working with government authorities and resolving legal disputes.
• Fluent in Kannada and English (Hindi is a plus).
• Willing to travel extensively across project sites in Karnataka.
  

Key Competencies

• Legal Drafting & Interpretation
• Land Law & Regulatory Understanding
• Negotiation & Conflict Management
• Stakeholder & Community Engagement
• Project Execution & Timely Delivery
• Documentation Accuracy
• Local Language Proficiency