Regulatory Advisor - Midland, TX

Oil Authority; Midland, Northern (TX, KY); Hybrid; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & wellness

Bonuses

Retirement plans

Paid time off

Career development

Inclusion

Job summary

ConocoPhillips is seeking a Regulatory Advisor to provide leadership and compliance support for Permian Basin operations across Texas and New Mexico. You will interpret regulations, identify risks, and help ensure drilling, completions, production, and facilities activities are safe and compliant, coordinating with Operations, Land, and Environmental teams.

Based in Midland with regular travel, the role acts as regulatory SME, guiding audits, regulatory changes, and engagement with agencies and

Qualifications

• Requires 12+ years in regulatory compliance, permitting, or related roles.
• Experience interpreting Texas, New Mexico, or federal oil & gas regulations.
• Willingness to travel ~25% annually.

Responsibilities

• Provide regulatory guidance for drilling, completions, production, facilities, and development activities.
• Monitor proposed and emerging regulations and communicate business impacts.
• Develop processes to ensure compliance with new regulatory requirements.
• Support permitting activities and ensure timely regulatory filings.
• Conduct compliance reviews, inspections, and audits.

Skills

Regulatory leadership

Stakeholder communication

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Environmental Science, Energy Management, Business, related field

Job description

Welcome to ConocoPhillips, where innovation and excellence create a platform for opportunity and growth. Come realize your full potential here.

We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations and activities in 13 countries, we explore for, develop, and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation, and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.

Fostering an Inclusive Work Environment

To deliver superior performance, we create an environment that respects the contributions and differences of every individual. Wherever possible, we use these differences to drive competitive business advantage, personal growth and, ultimately, create business success.

Job Summary

At ConocoPhillips the Lower 48 segment consists of operations located in the 48 contiguous U.S. states, with a portfolio mainly consisting of low cost of supply, short cycle time, resource-rich unconventional plays and commercial operations. The majority of our acreage is unconventional. Based on 2025 production volumes, the Lower 48 is our largest segment and contributed 67 percent of our consolidated liquids production and 74 percent of our consolidated natural gas production.

In 2025, net production averaged 1,484 MBOED.

Position Overview

As a Regulatory Advisor, you will provide regulatory leadership and compliance support for Permian Basin operations across Texas and New Mexico. You will work closely with Operations, Development, Land, Wells, Projects, and Environmental teams to interpret regulations, identify risks, and support safe, efficient and compliant execution of drilling, completions, production, and facility activities. Interface with trade groups such as NMOGA, TXOGA, PBPA and others as needs arise.

This role serves as a regulatory subject matter expert, helping the business navigate regulatory requirements, implement regulatory changes, support audits and inspections, and maintain strong relationships with regulatory agencies and industry organizations. The position is based in Midland and requires regular travel.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide regulatory guidance for drilling, completions, production, facilities, and development activities.
• Monitor proposed and emerging regulations and communicate business impacts to stakeholders.
• Develop and implement processes to support compliance with new regulatory requirements.
• Support federal, state, and fee permitting activities and ensure timely regulatory filings.
• Conduct compliance reviews, field inspections, and assurance activities.
• Lead or support responses to audits, inspections, agency inquiries, and compliance events.
• Develop and deliver regulatory training and guidance for field and office personnel.
• Act as a mentor to Land and Regulatory staff seeking to enhance their knowledge of the Regulatory landscape.
• Build relationships with regulatory agencies, industry groups, and internal stakeholders.
• Participate in industry committees and regulatory workgroups.
• Support emergency response activities and regulatory reporting requirements.

Success Profile

To thrive in this role, you'll demonstrate the following Leadership Competencies:

• Drives Performance: Delivers results through realistic planning and execution.
• Communicates Effectively: Translates complex requirements into clear, actionable guidance.
• Partners Collaboratively: Builds strong relationships across functions and organizations.
• Takes Accountability: Takes ownership of actions, commitments, and outcomes.

Qualifications

Basic Requirements

• Legally authorized to work in the United States.
• 12 or more years of oil and gas industry experience in regulatory compliance, permitting, operations support, or a related discipline.
• Experience interpreting and applying Texas, New Mexico, or federal oil and gas regulations.
• Experience supporting drilling, completions, production, or facility operations.
• Experience supporting regulatory audits, inspections, or compliance reviews.
• Willing and able (with or without reasonable accommodations) to travel 25% on a yearly basis.

Preferred Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Engineering, Environmental Science, Energy Management, Business, related field, or foreign equivalent.
• Experience with the Railroad Commission of Texas, New Mexico Oil Conservation Division, Bureau of Land Management, State Land Office, or similar regulatory agencies.
• Experience evaluating proposed regulations and implementing compliance programs.
• Experience developing and delivering regulatory training.
• Experience participating in industry associations, regulatory committees, or technical workgroups.
• Experience improving permitting, reporting, or compliance processes.

Apply By

Sep 10, 2026

Sponsorship

ConocoPhillips’ sponsorship for employment authorization in the U.S. is NOT available for this position.

Benefits Overview

ConocoPhillips offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being and career growth:

• Taking Care of Your Health & Wellness: Medical, dental, vision, mental health support, and wellness programs.
• Supporting and Building Financial Security: Competitive base pay, annual performance bonuses, and retirement savings plans.
• Promoting Work-Life Balance: Paid time off, paid parental leave, and family support resources.
• Offering Career Development: Access to training, mentoring, and internal career mobility tools.
• Guiding Recognition & Inclusion: Peer-nominated awards, inclusive culture, and employee resource groups.

Why ConocoPhillips

At ConocoPhillips, we believe our people power the future of energy. We’re committed to creating a workplace where employees feel valued, supported, and inspired to grow—professionally and personally.

We don’t just offer jobs—we offer meaningful careers in a company that values how we work as much as what we achieve.

EEO

In the US, ConocoPhillips is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected status.