Project Finance and Land Lawyer

3 days ago


Johannesburg, Gauteng, South Africa Watershed Consulting Full time

Are you an experienced Contract and Land Manager looking for a new challenge? Join Watershed Consulting as we expand our renewable energy portfolio. In this role, you will be responsible for securing and managing land agreements for all phases of renewable energy projects, working closely with our project development team.

About the Team

Our team is comprised of experienced professionals who share a passion for renewable energy and a commitment to delivering exceptional results. As a key member of our team, you will have the opportunity to work on high-profile projects and contribute to the growth of our business.

In this position, you will be responsible for:

  • Drafting and negotiating land option, land lease, and/or similar project land-related agreements;
  • Securing and managing land agreements for all phases of renewable energy projects;
  • Conducting due diligence on land-related aspects during project acquisitions.

We offer a competitive salary of R1,200,000 per annum, commensurate with experience, and a range of benefits, including comprehensive health insurance, pension fund contributions, and generous annual leave.

Requirements

To be successful in this role, you must have:

  • A legal-related tertiary qualification or degree in related engineering discipline;
  • At least 5 years of experience in a similar legal role;
  • 3+ years of experience in land acquisition, preferably within the renewable energy sector in South Africa;
  • Experience in project finance/infrastructure development in South Africa and/or corporate law with exposure to project agreements, finance agreements, and landowner agreements.
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