Senior Landman

About the role

The Senior Landman, working under limited supervision, is responsible for providing assistance in moderately complex land matters for oil and gas exploration and production activities. The role involves providing support in the evaluation and acquisition of oil and gas leases including determination of mineral and leasehold ownership. The role reviews title opinion and regulatory requirements, and consults with attorneys, other land professionals, and various stakeholders to resolve title issues, mitigate risks, and streamline processes.

Responsibilities

• Supports the drafting, negotiation, interpretation, and maintenance of all agreements related to exploration and production.
• Negotiates the disposition of leasehold rights, including drafting agreements such as Purchase and Sale Agreements, Farm out Agreements, Exploration Agreements, and Joint Operating Agreements.
• Collaborates with internal and external stakeholders to coordinate the collection and evaluation of land, commercial, and regulatory data.
• Coordinates the acquisition of and reviews record title ownership and cures title deficiencies brought forth within title opinions.
• Supports preparation and compliance of orders and permits issued by federal or other regulatory agencies.
• Organizes and completes multiple concurrent land projects, prioritizes deadlines, and communicates effectively, demonstrating autonomy in decision-making and providing strategic technical recommendations to leadership.
• Interprets provisions in leases, contracts, regulatory orders, and laws to assess risks and ensure accurate maintenance of Land data.
• Maintains and fosters public and community relations that demonstrate excellent corporate stewardship and integrity.
• Contributes substantially to moderately complex land projects, providing innovative land management solutions leveraging diverse expertise, technical land management knowledge, and business acumen to identify opportunities, recognize issues, resolve problems, and make recommendations to achieve objectives.
• Leads concurrent efforts and mentors others.
• Stays informed about legal and regulatory changes affecting land management.
• Analyzes market trends and provides insights to support decision-making.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree in Energy Management, Business Administration or any other related discipline, Juris Doctorate, and/or commensurate work experience is required.
• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in areas such as Leasing and Negotiation, Land Transaction Due Diligence, Contract Drafting or a related field.
• Preferably a member of Member American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL).
• Certified Professional Landman (CPL) certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Energy Management, Business Administration or any other related discipline, Juris Doctorate, and/or commensurate work experience is required.

Skills

• Stakeholder Relationships
• Oral & Written Communication
• Results Oriented
• Active Learning
• Digital Literacy
• Business Acumen
• Innovation
• Land Management
• Lease Management
• Negotiation & Acquisition/Disposition
• Title Examination Due Diligence
• Legal & Regulatory Knowledge
• Contract Writing
• Data Analysis & Reporting
• Land Records Management System Knowledge

Benefits

Our values, workplace practices, wellness programs, benefits and compensation are aimed at helping employees manage their unique personal life and care for their families so they can focus on contributing to the fullest.

Pay

Competitive compensation package based on experience and qualifications.

Schedule

Full-time position with flexible hours to accommodate project needs.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Retirement plans
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending accounts
• Professional development opportunities

Company

At Devon, we value diversity and inclusion in our workforce. We are committed to creating an environment where everyone feels respected, valued, and heard. We are proud to be an equal opportunity employer and do not discriminate against applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or protected veteran status.