Lease & Contracts Analyst Staff

OXY, Inc.; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

OXY, Inc. seeks a Lease Analyst to input and manage lease and contract data, ensuring accuracy across land systems and timely payments. You will prepare releases, monitor expirations, and coordinate with ownership changes and settlements.

The role requires attention to detail, confidentiality, and independent problem solving. Responsibilities include maintaining lease calendars, reviewing obligations, and assisting with agreements such as pooling and exhibit documentation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience.
• 0-4 years of relevant experience, or 8+ years in lieu of degree.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office and ability to learn new systems.
• Strong understanding of land principles, leases, and land records management.
• Ability to handle confidential information and work independently.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and input lease and contract data to ensure accuracy across land systems.
• Prepare full releases and Exhibit A documents for assignments and contracts.
• Maintain monthly lease calendars for rentals, shut-ins, royalties, expirations, and payments.
• Determine rental payments and expirations to keep leases in good standing.
• Review lease obligations and recommend rentals, shut-ins, and expirations.
• Input extensions for non-producing properties per contract requirements.
• Maintain and update land records with payments, amendments, and docs.
• Research private and public records to support lease administration and issue resolution.
• Respond to landowner inquiries and collaborate with Land Operations team.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Written & verbal communication

Attention to detail

Multi-tasking

Discretion with confidential info

Land records management

Education

Bachelor's degree

8+ years experience in lieu of degree

Tools

Quorum Land System

SAP

Job description

Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit Oxy

Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

Roles and Responsibilities

• Analyze and input lease and contract data to ensure accuracy, completeness, 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 in good standing.
• Conduct lease and unit reviews for shut-in wells and process related payments, subject to review and approval.
• Process payments and billing records resulting from ownership changes, including assignments, deeds, probate, and related transactions.
• Review lease obligations monthly and make recommendations regarding rentals, shut-ins, minimum royalty payments, and associated expirations.
• Identify and resolve routine anomalies independently and refer more complex issues to senior staff as appropriate.
• Input lease extensions for non-producing properties in accordance with contractual requirements.
• Maintain and update land records, including payments, amendments, and supporting documentation.
• Research private and public records using online resources to support lease administration and issue resolution.
• Respond to landowner inquiries and work collaboratively with Land Operations and Land Administration team members to resolve issues effectively.
• Assist Land Operations with preparation of agreements as requested, including pooling, communitization, and exhibit documentation.
• Provide support to Land Operations and the Lease and Contracts team on special projects and initiatives as needed.
• Perform work in accordance with company standards, processes, procedures, and internal controls.
• Maintain awareness of industry practices and trends by participating in internal and external educational opportunities and developing professional affiliations.

Qualifications

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to learn additional systems and applications.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong organizational skills with a high level of attention to detail and accuracy.
• Working knowledge of Quorum Land System and/or SAP preferred.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines in a fastpaced environment.
• Ability to handle confidential and proprietary company information appropriately.
• Solid understanding of land principles, lease obligations, and land records management.
• General understanding of land terminology and contracts with the ability to work independently on assignments of increased complexity under general direction.

Education

Bachelor's degree with 0-4 years of relevant experience, or

Eight (8) or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree.

Relocation

This position may be eligible for relocation.

Travel Requirements

The percentage of travel required for this position is 0-10%.

Work Schedule

This position is eligible for the 9/80 work schedule.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.