What are the responsibilities and job description for the Landman position at IKAV Energy Inc?
Description
IKAV Energy Inc is a private E&P company with its US headquarters in Durango, Colorado, and belongs to the global energy infrastructure group, IKAV. IKAV has worldwide offices in Hamburg, Luxembourg, Milan, Madrid, Lisbon, Munich, and Paris and has launched its US franchise in 2019 managing and operating a billion-dollar portfolio on a long-term basis.
At IKAV, teamwork is at the heart of our operations and is only strengthened by the many diverse and professional backgrounds that shape our team. IKAV believes in flat hierarchies and the empowerment of team members. In return, we expect exceptional motivation, a high degree of independent thinking, and the ability to spot opportunities for optimization and growth.
Primary Duties and Responsibilities
- Analyze leases, JOAs, title opinions and other agreements to determine ownership in operated and non-operated areas
- Review, edit, negotiate, and draft land contracts, including, but not limited to leases, JOAs, farm-outs, term assignments, ROWs, easements, and other similar agreements
- Effectively distill and communicate complex land issues to peers and decision makers
- Coordinate with various local, state, Indian, and/or federal regulatory agencies, municipalities and other governmental agencies having jurisdiction in Colorado.
- Perform due diligence relating to acquisitions and divestitures, as well as title curative work
- Provide additional land support, as needed, to Business Development, Regulatory, and Land Administration groups
Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree in Energy Management, Petroleum Land Management or closely related field preferred, JD a plus
- 8 years of in-house oil and gas land work or due diligence/broker work with an emphasis on title review
Knowledge, Skills, Abilities
- Highly organized and efficient self-starter
- Proficient analytical and problem-solving abilities with accuracy and attention to detail
- Able to effectively manage time and prioritize projects in order to meet deadlines
- Excellent written and verbal communications skills
- Strong negotiation, conflict management, and interpersonal skills
- Team player who communicates effectively with all levels of co-workers and outside contacts
- Able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple and sometimes changing priorities
- PC proficiency; experienced use with MS Excel, Sharepoint, and Word
- Able to learn and utilize company specific applications
