Contract Analyst IV

Apex Systems; Houston (TX); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Everforth Apex is seeking a highly experienced Contract Analyst IV in Houston, TX, to support administration, maintenance, and control of lease and contract records for producing and non-producing properties. The role emphasizes accuracy, compliance, and timely management of payments and contractual requirements within the Lower 48 non-op asset team.

Responsibilities include analyzing lease data, preparing releases, managing monthly lease calendars, and reviewing obligations to optimize

Qualifications

• Minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the industry.
• Experience with Quorum Land System (QLS) is required.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and input lease and contract data to ensure accuracy and consistency across land systems.
• Prepare full releases and Exhibit A documents for assignments and contracts.
• Manage and maintain monthly lease calendars to track rentals, shut-ins, minimum royalties, expirations, and other payment obligations.
• Determine rental payments, obligations, and expirations necessary to maintain leases.
• Conduct lease and unit reviews for shut-in wells and process related payments.
• Process payments and billing records resulting from ownership changes, including assignments, deeds, and probate.
• Review lease obligations monthly and make recommendations regarding payments and expirations.
• Identify and resolve routine anomalies and refer complex issues to senior staff.
• Maintain and update land records, including payments, amendments, and supporting documentation.
• Research private and public records using online resources.
• Respond to landowner inquiries and collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues.
• Assist Land Operations with the preparation of agreements as requested.

Skills

Organizational skills

Multitasking

Land contracts knowledge

Independent work

Tools

Quorum Land System (QLS)

Microsoft Word

Job description

Job#: 3053466

Contract Analyst IV

Location: Houston, Texas (Hybrid)

Role Overview

The Contract Analyst supports the administration, maintenance, and control of lease and contract records for producing and non-producing properties. This role applies technical knowledge of lease obligations and land records to ensure accuracy, compliance, and timely management of payments and contractual requirements. The position will focus on the Lower 48 non-op asset team and involves work of increased complexity, requiring judgment in resolving issues while supporting Land Operations objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and input lease and contract data to ensure accuracy and consistency across land systems.


• Prepare full releases and Exhibit A documents for assignments and contracts.


• Manage and maintain monthly lease calendars to track rentals, shut-ins, minimum royalties, expirations, and other payment obligations.


• Determine rental payments, obligations, and expirations necessary to maintain leases.


• Conduct lease and unit reviews for shut-in wells and process related payments.


• Process payments and billing records resulting from ownership changes, including assignments, deeds, and probate.


• Review lease obligations monthly and make recommendations regarding payments and expirations.


• Identify and resolve routine anomalies and refer complex issues to senior staff.


• Maintain and update land records, including payments, amendments, and supporting documentation.


• Research private and public records using online resources.


• Respond to landowner inquiries and collaborate with internal teams to resolve issues.


• Assist Land Operations with the preparation of agreements as requested.

Required Qualifications

Experience: A minimum of 10 years of relevant experience in the industry is required.

Technical Skills: Experience with Quorum Land System (QLS) is a requirement. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Word, is necessary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.


• Solid understanding of land principles, lease obligations, and land records management.


• General understanding of land terminology and contracts.


• Ability to work independently on assignments of increased complexity under general direction.

Everforth Apex is a world-class IT services company that serves thousands of clients across the globe. When you join Everforth Apex, you become part of a team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous learning. We offer quality career resources, training, certifications, development opportunities, and a comprehensive benefits package. Our commitment to excellence is reflected in many awards, including ClearlyRateds Best of Staffing in Talent Satisfaction in the United States and Great Place to Work in the United Kingdom and Mexico.

Everforth Apex Benefits Overview: Everforth Apex offers a range of supplemental benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, disability, and other insurance plans that offer an optional layer of financial protection. We offer an ESPP (employee stock purchase program) and a 401K program which allows you to contribute typically within 30 days of starting, with a company match after 12 months of tenure. Everforth Apex also offers a HSA (Health Savings Account on the HDHP plan), a SupportLinc Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with up to 8 free counseling sessions, a corporate discount savings program and other discounts. In terms of professional development, Everforth Apex hosts an on-demand training program, provides access to certification prep and a library of technical and leadership courses/books/seminars once you have 6+ months of tenure, and certification discounts and other perks to associations that include CompTIA and IIBA. Everforth Apex has a dedicated customer service team for our Consultants that can address questions around benefits and other resources, as well as a certified Career Coach. You can access a full list of our benefits, programs, support teams and resources within our 'Welcome Packet' as well, which an Everforth Apex team member can provide.

Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law.

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