Introduction

We are recruiting a Head - Land Acquisition - Bioenergy to join one of our leading multinational clients and their expanding team. This position is based in Mumbai and offers an excellent opportunity for experienced proposal management professionals in the Renewable sector.

What are you going to do

Position: Head - Land Acquisition - Bioenergy.

Contract: On Permanent Role.

To lead and execute land acquisition strategies - both for energy crop (Napier) plantations and CBG plant infrastructure - by identifying suitable land parcels, securing favourable lease or purchase terms, and ensuring timely, legally compliant transactions that support the scalable expansion of India’s bioenergy footprint.

Critical Competencies:

Proven expertise in land acquisition, legal negotiations, and documentation.
In-depth knowledge of government land policies, including lease procedures and special industrial zones.
Strong skills in stakeholder management, conflict resolution, and rural interfacing.
Familiarity with greenfield project environments and site readiness procedures.
Ability to drive financial discipline, cost optimization, and risk mitigation across complex projects

Essential skills and knowledge

Educational Qualification: MBA / LLB / Postgraduate in Real Estate, Urban Planning, or related fields.
Experience: Minimum 20 years in leading land acquisition for industrial, infrastructure, or Agri-energy projects, preferably with exposure to large-scale rural land aggregation

What we offer

Why work with Brunel? We take pride in offering exciting career opportunities through our network of 120+ offices across 40+ countries. We understand that advancing your career requires dedication and the right support—let us match you with your ideal position in the energy sector.