Land Agent – North Region

EDF Renewables North America

Land Agent negotiating and securing land agreements in the Northern region for renewable energy projects. Additional responsibilities include stakeholder engagement and land acquisition management.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • Illinois, Iowa, Kentucky, Minnesota, Missouri, Montana, North Carolina, North Dakota, Ohio, Pennsylvania, South Dakota, Virginia, West Virginia, Wisconsin • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $95,200 - $158,700 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in land acquisition processes, including contract negotiation, stakeholder engagement, and project management. Proficient in communication and relationship-building with landowners and regional teams to facilitate renewable energy project development.

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Land Acquisition ExperienceContract DraftingStakeholder EngagementSales and Account ManagementKnowledge of Land and Legal Principles

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Hard Skills

Contract DraftingLand AcquisitionNegotiation PrinciplesProject ManagementSales Experience

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsProblem SolvingCommunication SkillsPublic SpeakingTeam Player

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft OfficeCRM Software

Certifications & Qualifications

RLRPLCPLLocal Notary License

Industry Keywords

Renewable EnergyLand LeasesEasementsLandowner RelationsReal Estate

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Initiate and manage relationships with landowners that will culminate in securing a long-term land agreement for the purpose of using the land for renewable project development.
Assist in obtaining fully executed documents needed in advanced stages of development including, but not limited to, land leases, land purchases, collection and transmission line easements, access road easements, title curative instruments and crossing agreements, under the guidance and supervision of the Manager, Land Acquisition.
Work with regional teams to implement land acquisition campaigns, including identification of landowners within prospective sites, initiating contact and meeting with individual landowners to articulate the benefits of company’s value proposition, and negotiating contracts with landowners and/or landowner attorneys for participation in proposed renewable energy projects.
Provide data to Manager, Land Acquisition for weekly updates with Region Development staff regarding priority tasks for projects and submit a weekly status report(s) to maintain up-to-date summary of project activities.
Under the guidance of Manager, Land Acquisition, conduct Stakeholder meetings, presentations and maintain relationships with Stakeholders throughout the land acquisition and development process.
Work within the framework of corporate land acquisition policies under the Manager, Land Acquisition.
Assist Community Relations teams and regional staff with maintaining existing landowner communications via project update phone calls and letters, quarterly newsletters, and project update meetings as needed.
Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

What you’ll need

A minimum of two years land acquisition experience required.
RL, RPL, or CPL through American Association of Professional Landmen preferred.
Local Notary license preferred, or the ability to obtain one.
Candidates must be based in the Northern region of the U.S.
Ability to travel up to 75% of work time.
Bachelor’s degree in Real Estate, Business, Marketing, or related field is preferred.
Proven sales, account acquisition and account management experience are a must.
Task and detail-oriented problem solver with exceptional organizational skills.
Requires knowledge of Microsoft Office, and CRM software.
Excellent verbal, written communication, and public speaking skills.
Contract drafting experience required.
Working knowledge of land, legal, and negotiation principles and an ability to deploy effectively.
Self-starter, with the ability to work independently and as a team player, required.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive bonus incentives.
Comprehensive health coverage.
Rewarding 401k.
Favorable paid time off programs, including paid parental leave after one year of service.
Rewarding learning & career development and advancement opportunities.
Supportive mentorship & buddy programs.