What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sr Landman position at Walker Elliott?
Our client, a well-capitalized operator based in Fort Worth , is seeking an experienced Senior Landman to play a key role in managing and optimizing their leasehold interests. With a focus on long-term success, this company offers a collaborative environment, a strong asset base, and a leadership team committed to strategic growth .
Key Responsibilities :
- Review and process new well proposals / AFEs, ensuring alignment with ownership interests and contractual obligations.
- Analyze title opinions, ownership reports, and lease schedules to determine working interest and net revenue interests.
- Set up ownership decks for operated properties to assist Division Order Analysts.
- Negotiate, draft, and interpret land-related oil and gas contracts, including JOA's, Leases, Assignments, Joint Development, DPU, Production Sharing, and Farmout agreements.
- Track and evaluate leasehold status, ensuring compliance with lease terms while identifying and managing potential expirations.
- Supervise and coordinate external brokers and title attorneys for title curative, leasing initiatives, and due diligence efforts.
- Manage the acquisition, maintenance, and preparation of properties for drilling and production.
- Act as the company's representative with external stakeholders, including mineral owners, landowners, and working interest partners.
- Work cross-functionally with engineering, geoscience, and finance teams to execute company goals.
- Support acquisitions and divestitures, including negotiating, reviewing, and preparing agreements (e.g., JOA's, Farmouts, etc.).
Qualifications :
Do not apply unless you are authorized to work in the United States for any employer as client company cannot sponsor or transfer visas at this time.
Walker Elliott is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
For additional information, please email your resume to resumes@walker-elliott.com or apply online.