Land Acquisition Manager

(Role Responsibilities):

• Responsible for acquiring land under relevant Acts and Rules for new solar park projects and ensuring all required statutory approvals are obtained.
• Negotiate land purchase or lease agreements, ensuring alignment with business needs and current legal regulations.
• Conduct legal due diligence of land records including TSR, and review legal documents such as MOUs, deeds, and agreements.
• Prepare and manage land acquisition budgets and obtain necessary management approvals.
• Facilitate the acquisition of private, government, forest, and ST/SC land in a timely and cost-effective manner.
• Identify and manage external agencies, land arrangers, facilitators, and legal advocates to support the acquisition process.
• Submit and track applications for required permits and clearances (Land, Forest, Environment, Water, Power, Railways, etc.).
• Build and maintain strong networks and public relations with government officials, community stakeholders, and local authorities.
• Liaison with government, corporates, media, NGOs, and regulatory agencies to ensure full compliance with project terms, approvals, and NOCs.
• Coordinate with senior management and internal teams to align land acquisition activities with core business goals.
• Prepare and implement Rehabilitation and Resettlement (R&R) Plans and ensure timely execution.
• Maintain all documentation, MIS, and land records including AutoCAD files and legal documents.
• Monitor land/property market activity including valuations, deals, and market trends.
• Conduct site evaluations, feasibility studies, and post-construction potential analysis.
• Ensure zero litigation through detailed legal due diligence and documentation.
• Liaise with revenue and municipal officials for land surveys, registration, mutation, Khaata, land use conversions, and project-related approvals (e.g., Fire NOC, BU Permission, OC, CC, etc.).
• Maintain cordial relations with farmers and public officials (Tehsildars, Deputy Commissioners) and mobilize public support where necessary.
• Provide full support to the site team and obtain required clearances or permits from authorities.