Lease Records Analyst IV

Diamondback Energy, Inc.; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 105,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

Diamondback Energy, Inc. is seeking a senior Lease Records Analyst IV to lead complex lease, contract, ownership, and obligation records setup and validation for company-operated and non-operated assets.

You will guide the Lease Administration team, drive data integrity, and support acquisitions/divestitures. The role requires 10+ years of oil and gas land records experience, advanced knowledge of land records, and strong collaboration with multiple departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or 4 years of equivalent experience in Land Admin.
• Minimum of 10 years of oil and gas land or lease records experience.
• Advanced knowledge of lease, contract, ownership, and obligation record maintenance.
• Ability to analyze and interpret complex land agreements and resolve record discrepancies.
• Experience leading projects and providing technical training to team members.
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook.
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain high accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide senior guidance and training to Lease Administration team members.
• Review and maintain complex leases, contracts, and ownership records within land systems.
• Establish lease provisions and payment obligations to protect assets.
• Perform quality control to ensure accuracy and resolve discrepancies.
• Coordinate activities related to acquisitions, divestitures, and data conversions.
• Collaborate with Land, Division Orders, Accounting, Legal, and Operations teams.
• Lead special projects and data cleanup initiatives in Lease Administration.
• Develop cross-functional relationships and take on additional duties as needed.

Skills

Project leadership

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Multi-tasking

Education

Bachelor's degree (Preferred)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

SAP

Quorum

Enverus

Job description

Under general supervision, the Lease Records Analyst IV serves as a senior subject-matter expert responsible for the accurate setup, maintenance, and validation of lease, contract, ownership, and obligation records for company-operated and non-operated assets. This position leads complex lease records activities, supports acquisitions and divestitures, coordinates special projects, and provides training and guidance to Lease Administration team members.

Job Duties and Responsibilities:

• Serve as a senior subject-matter expert and provide technical guidance, training, and support to Lease Administration team members.
• Review, analyze, interpret, and maintain complex leases, contracts, assignments, ownership interests, and other land agreements within company land systems.
• Establish and maintain lease provisions, contractual obligations, ownership records, asset classifications, and payment obligations required to preserve company assets.
• Perform quality control and validation activities to ensure the accuracy, completeness, and integrity of lease records while resolving complex discrepancies.
• Support and coordinate lease records activities related to acquisitions, divestitures, trades, data conversions, and other asset transactions.
• Partner with Land, Division Orders, Accounting, Legal, Operations, and other stakeholders to reconcile records, resolve ownership issues, and support reporting requirements.
• Lead special projects, process improvements, data cleanup initiatives, and other complex Lease Administration efforts.
• Develop and maintain effective cross-functional relationships while performing additional duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree (Preferred) or Four (4) years of equivalent experience in the Land Admin Field
• Minimum of 10 years of oil and gas land or lease records experience
• Advanced knowledge of lease, contract, ownership, and obligation record maintenance.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze and interpret complex land agreements and resolve record discrepancies
• Experience leading projects and providing technical training or guidance to team members
• Strong proficiency in Microsoft Office, including Excel, Word, and Outlook
• Strong analytical, organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and maintain a high level of accuracy

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience supporting assets within the Permian Basin.
• Experience working with land systems and applications such as SAP, Quorum, and Enverus.
• Experience working with Indian, state, and federal leases.
• Experience supporting assets within the Midland and Delaware basins.
• Experience with acquisitions, divestitures, trades, data conversions, or large-scale lease records projects.

Diamondback is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Diamondback provides equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, color, age, religion, veteran or disability status, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other status protected by law. Diamondback participates in E-Verify. Learn more about E-Verify.