Leasing Manager

🔷 Primary Role:
To lead and manage all leasing activities related to the acquisition of land for solar and renewable energy projects across agricultural and non-agricultural zones.---🔸 Key Responsibilities:1. Land Identification & AcquisitionIdentify suitable agricultural and non-agricultural land parcels for solar/renewable energy projects (individual or large-scale).Conduct initial land feasibility studies (sunlight exposure, topography, soil, and infrastructure access).Verify land records, ownership details, encumbrances, and title status.Coordinate with local land brokers, agents, village sarpanch, and legal teams for smooth acquisition.2. Land Leasing & DocumentationNegotiate land lease terms with landowners on behalf of the company.Finalize long-term lease agreements (10–30 years) as per company policy and legal norms.Ensure collection of essential documents (7/12 extract, NA/NOC certificate, sale/lease deed, power of attorney if needed).Maintain a digital and physical repository of all land records and agreements.3. Stakeholder Liaison & Local CoordinationBuild relationships with local communities, panchayats, talatis, and district authorities.Address concerns of farmers and landowners regarding land use, compensation, and long-term assurance.Ensure transparent communication and trust-building with stakeholders.4. Compliance & Regulatory ApprovalsCoordinate for NA Conversion, Land Use Change, CLU approvals if required.Liaise with government departments (revenue, electricity board, forest, irrigation, etc.) for land clearances.Ensure land is compliant with all central and state government norms for renewable project deployment.5. Project Coordination SupportCoordinate with Engineering, Procurement, and Construction (EPC) team to provide timely land access for site surveys and development.Support grid connectivity process by aligning land availability with substation and evacuation planning.6. Budgeting & ReportingMaintain cost sheet for every land deal, including lease premium, registration, broker fees, legal fees, etc.Provide weekly and monthly reports on land status, pipeline progress, and target vs achievement.Work closely with senior management to plan land acquisition pipeline for upcoming projects.7. Team Management & Field SupervisionManage field executives and local agents involved in land scouting and documentation.Ensure ethical and professional conduct during negotiations and field activities.---✅ Desired Skills & Qualifications:Bachelor's degree in any stream (preferably Agriculture, Law, Real Estate, or Management)Minimum 3–5 years of experience in land leasing/acquisition for renewable/industrial projects.Strong negotiation, communication, and documentation skills.Knowledge of Gujarat Revenue Laws, Solar Policy, and NA/CLU process.Local language fluency (Gujarati, Hindi) is a must.