Land Records & Compliance Lead

Opportune; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Opportune LP in Houston seeks a Land Administration Supervisor to lead the team responsible for division orders, lease records, payments, and royalty distributions across operated and non-operated assets.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely client deliverables, with a focus on developing processes, mentoring staff, and enhancing land systems to support efficient workflows.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in Land Administration, with leadership or supervisory experience preferred.
• Strong working knowledge of land systems; BOLO experience preferred.
• Advanced understanding of oil and gas terminology related to division orders, lease records, and ownership.
• Proven ability to read, interpret, and analyze complex legal descriptions, title opinions, and curative documents.

Responsibilities

• Lead, mentor, and develop Land Administration staff in the research, analysis, and interpretation of title opinions, ownership reports, and curative documents.
• Oversee the creation, maintenance, and integrity of lease records within land systems and databases.
• Ensure all lease obligations, payments, and expirations are tracked and executed accurately and on schedule.
• Review and approve ownership updates and changes in accordance with supporting documentation.
• Review and approve interest calculations for non-operated and mineral clients; assist in resolving complex decimal discrepancies.
• Drive process improvements, system enhancements, and data quality initiatives to ensure efficient workflows and consistent data integration.
• Develop, document, and implement standard operating procedures, user guides, and process documentation.
• Prepare and present detailed reports to management regarding client deliverables and land administration activities.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Land, JIB, Revenue, and Financial Reporting teams.
• Support client onboarding, including data setup, process alignment, and transition planning.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Data analysis

Attention to detail

Project coordination

Tools

BOLO

Excel

Word

Job description

Opportune LP in Houston seeks a Land Administration Supervisor to lead the team responsible for division orders, lease records, payments, and royalty distributions across operated and non-operated assets.

The role emphasizes data accuracy, regulatory compliance, and timely client deliverables, with a focus on developing processes, mentoring staff, and enhancing land systems to support efficient workflows.