Due Diligence Title Landman

Uniting Holding; Morgantown (WV); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) with company match

Unlimited paid time off

Job summary

Flat River Minerals is seeking an experienced Title Landman to join the Appalachia team in Morgantown, WV. You will conduct title research on mineral, royalty, and lease assets across PA, OH, and WV, supporting acquisitions and management with thorough ownership analysis.

Ideal candidates have 2+ years of Appalachian title experience and a strong grasp of title curative, leases, and ownership structures. This role offers competitive compensation and growth opportunities within a collaborative,

Qualifications

• 2+ years of Appalachian title experience in PA, OH, or WV.
• Bachelor's degree preferred in a related field.
• Strong understanding of mineral ownership and title curative.

Responsibilities

• Perform mineral and leasehold title research using county records, courthouses, and title databases.
• Analyze deeds, leases, probate records, assignments, and other title instruments for ownership.
• Build and maintain ownership records and title chains in title software.
• Conduct due diligence for mineral, royalty, and non-operated working interest transactions.
• Identify title defects and communicate curative requirements to teams.
• Collaborate with acquisitions, GIS, attorneys, and management to support transactions.
• Manage multiple projects and meet deadlines.

Skills

Appalachian title experience

Analytical skills

Multitasking

Oil & gas leases

Ownership research

Education

Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Land Management, Energy Management, or related field

Tools

MS Excel

Title software

Job description

Company/Opportunity:

Cloud Peak Minerals, a wholly owned subsidiary of Flat River Minerals ("FRM"), is an energy investment company specializing in the acquisition and management of mineral, royalty, and non-operated working interest assets across the United States. With offices in Sheridan, Wyoming, and Morgantown, West Virginia, FRM combines an entrepreneurial culture with a collaborative team environment where every employee plays an important role in the company's continued growth. FRM is seeking an experienced Title Landman to join its growing Appalachia team in Morgantown, West Virginia. This role is ideal for a motivated, detail-oriented abstractor with at least two years of Appalachian title experience who wants to take ownership of complex due diligence projects while working directly alongside acquisitions, land, and management teams. The successful candidate will play a critical role in evaluating mineral, royalty, and lease acquisition opportunities throughout Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia by conducting title research and identifying title issues.

Job Duties:

• Perform mineral and leasehold title research utilizing county records, online courthouse systems, and proprietary title databases;
• Analyze deeds, leases, probate records, assignments, reservations, and other title instruments to determine ownership;
• Build and maintain ownership records and title chains within the Company's title software platform;
• Conduct acquisition and divestiture due diligence for mineral, royalty, and non-operated working interest transactions;
• Identify, document, and communicate title defects, ownership discrepancies, and curative requirements;
• Work directly with acquisition specialists, GIS analysts, attorneys, and management to support transaction execution;
• Manage multiple projects simultaneously while meeting transaction deadlines.

Required Competencies:

• Bachelor's degree in Petroleum Land Management, Energy Management, Business, or related field preferred;
• Minimum 2 years of full-time Appalachian title experience in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and/or West Virginia;
• Strong understanding of mineral ownership, leasehold ownership, probate research, and title curative;
• Ability to independently run title and evaluate ownership interests from patent or sovereignty forward;
• Experience interpreting oil and gas leases, assignments, pooling documents, and related agreements;
• Strong analytical and organizational skills with exceptional attention to detail;
• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment;
• Proficiency with Microsoft Excel, Word, and modern title management software.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience conducting title due diligence for mineral and royalty acquisitions;
• Familiarity with Marcellus and Utica ownership structures and development practices;
• Working knowledge of Tracts, Enverus, CourthouseDirect, or similar industry software;
• In-house mineral acquisition, E&P, or title company experience.

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience;
• Annual performance-based bonus opportunities;
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance;
• 401(k) with company match;
• Unlimited paid time off and company holidays;
• Professional development and advancement opportunities.

Location:

Position will be based at the Company’s eastern headquarters in Morgantown, WV.

Career Path:

Flat River Minerals promotes career growth from within. This position offers various advancement opportunities as the company continues to expand its mineral, royalty, and non-operated investment platform.