Wayleaves Manager - Renewable Energy

Wayleaves Manager - Renewable Energy
Our client is a rapidly growing company who invest in, develop, construct and operate a diversified portfolio of UK renewable energy assets.
As a market-leading developer, they are at the forefront of the renewable energy sector, spearheading the transition to a more sustainable future with an extensive 25+GW portfolio of renewable energy projects across the UK.
They are committed to delivering cutting-edge renewable energy solutions and are in search of a Wayleaves Manager to join their dynamic team.
Role Summary:
As a Wayleaves Manager, you will play a pivotal role in the advancement and operational success of the client's renewable energy projects. Reporting directly to the Head of Development, you will be responsible for managing all aspects of wayleave and easement permissions necessary for their extensive portfolio, from the early stages through to construction and beyond.
Your role will involve critical liaising with Distribution Network Operators (DNOs) and the National Grid to ensure the seamless integration of projects within their existing infrastructure.
Key Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain a clear workflow, matrix of responsibilities and tracker for the securing of wayleave and easement permissions across the entire project lifecycle, ensuring compliance with legal and regulatory requirements.
• Act as the primary point of contact for DNOs and the National Grid, facilitating effective communication and collaboration to support project development.
• Indirectly (and directly where needed) oversee the negotiation of wayleave agreements and easements, ensuring they align with project timelines and objectives.
• Conduct thorough due diligence on legal titles, wayleaves, and easements to identify and mitigate potential risks to project delivery. Collaborate with internal teams, including project management, legal, and engineering, to create a company process of wayleave and easement approval from development to operations.
• Maintain up-to-date knowledge of industry regulations, standards, and best practices related to easements, wayleaves, and electricity infrastructure.
• Work with the Legal team to maintain a bank of templates for all appropriate wayleaves and easements.
• Liaise with internal engineering and legal teams to make sure all templates are up to date and appropriate for the relevant technology being installed.
• Support the DNO cable adoption process as easements and manage related activities to ensure efficient project execution and energisation.

Qualifications and Experience:

• A minimum of 5 years of experience in a similar role within a DNO, National Grid, developer, or related organisation.
• Exceptional knowledge of easements, wayleaves, legal title, and associated legal concepts is essential.
• Experience working with DNOs and National Grid on electricity infrastructure projects is desirable but not essential.
• Familiarity with the DNO cable adoption process and related regulatory frameworks is advantageous.
• Strong negotiation, communication, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• A degree in Law, Real Estate, Engineering, or a related field is preferred.

Why Join them?
Our client offers an exciting and dynamic work environment where innovation and forward-thinking are at the heart of what they do. They provide competitive salaries, comprehensive benefits, and opportunities for professional growth and development. By joining their team, you will contribute to shaping the future of renewable energy and making a positive impact on the environment.

Benefits
The client offers a gold-standard benefits package including;

• Competitive salary
• Discretionary bonus
• Long Term Incentive Plan (LTIP)
• Pension scheme
• Enhanced maternity / paternity pay
• 27 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Private medical cover
• Life assurance
• Cycle to work scheme
• Gym membership
• Training opportunities and relevant course sponsorship
• Employee referral scheme
• 2 volunteering days scheme
• Electric Vehicle salary sacrifice scheme

About Us
Climate17 is a purpose-led, international Renewable Energy & Sustainability recruitment firm. We provide specialist talent acquisition services to organisations seeking to reduce their environmental footprint, as well as those working towards the decarbonisation of the energy sector.
Inclusive Application Process
Climate17 is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive and equitable workplace. We believe there is no solution to climate change without people. We aim to increase diversity across all areas and as such, we are committed to partnering with clients and candidates to create an inclusive and sustainable regenerative world.

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates, regardless of their ethnicity, race, gender, religious beliefs, sexual orientation, age, or whether or not they have a disability. If you require additional support, equipment or resources in order to participate in the job application or interview, process, please let us know.