Land Research Specialist (Utility Industry)
Location:
Birmingham, Alabama | Client: Alabama PowerAbout the RoleWe are seeking a highly motivated Land Research Specialist to support the management and protection of company-owned lands and land rights within a regulated utility environment. This position plays a critical role in handling complex real estate matters, negotiating lease and license agreements, supporting litigation oversight, and ensuring compliance with applicable real estate laws and regulations. The ideal candidate brings strong real estate legal knowledge, excellent negotiation skills, and the ability to work collaboratively across internal teams and external stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:- Land & Property Management
- Assist in the management of the Company's fee-owned landsSupport protection and enforcement of Company land rights
- Assist in managing complex surveillance matters involving Company landsSupport property remediation and restoration efforts
- Assist with recovery efforts from responsible third parties
- Legal Drafting & Negotiation
- Negotiate and draft complex commercial lease and license agreements
- Draft and revise legal provisions within governmental and non-profit leases/licenses
- Negotiate with external counsel representing commercial lessees/licensees
- Draft legal documents granting temporary access rights to third parties
- Review and revise legal documentation to protect Company interests
- Litigation & Regulatory Support
- Assist with oversight of litigated matters involving Company lands and land rights
- Review and analyze proposed legislation impacting landholdings
- Ensure compliance with real estate laws, rules, and regulations
Required Qualifications:- Bachelor's Degree (Required)
- Strong knowledge of real estate laws, practices, and principles
- Demonstrated ability to think strategically and execute tactically
- Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills
- Ability to balance legal, ethical, and business considerations
- Strong teamwork and collaboration skills
- Commitment to core values of Safety, Inclusion, Integrity, and Performance
Preferred Qualifications:- Juris Doctor (JD) from an ABA-accredited law school
- Active member of the Alabama State BarMinimum 5 years of legal experience
- Prior experience in real estate litigation (strongly preferred)
- Experience drafting and negotiating commercial lease/license agreements
