Senior Landman

Devon Energy Corporation; Oklahoma City (OK); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Devon Energy Corporation is seeking a Senior Landman in Oklahoma City to support oil and gas exploration and production initiatives. You will manage leasehold rights, review title opinions, and advise on regulatory requirements within an interdisciplinary team.

The role emphasizes drafting, negotiating, interpreting, and maintaining all exploration and production agreements, while coordinating data collection and title cures. A strong background in land management and negotiation is essential.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of relevant experience in Leasing and Negotiation, Land Transaction Due Diligence, or Contract Drafting.
• Strong knowledge of title examination, regulatory requirements, and lease records management.
• Excellent negotiation and communication skills with stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Negotiate disposition of leasehold rights and draft Purchase and Sale, Farm out, Exploration, and Joint Operating Agreements.
• Coordinate collection and evaluation of land and regulatory data; review title ownership and cure deficiencies.
• Provide strategic recommendations to leadership and mentor others on land projects.
• Interpret lease and contract provisions to assess risks and maintain land data accuracy.
• Engage with mineral owners, working interest partners, and internal/external stakeholders to support production and development.

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Energy Management, Business Administration or related

Juris Doctorate

Job description

Senior Landman# Job Search## Senior LandmanApply: Onsite: Oklahoma City, OK: Full time: Posted Yesterday: R26434**At Devon, we will offer you a career full of energy and unmatched opportunities to solve today’s greatest challenges. Innovation, creative problem-solving and positive change happen when people step out of their comfort zone and think differently. Our values, workplace practices, wellness programs, benefits and compensation are aimed at helping employees manage their unique personal life and care for their families so they can focus on contributing to the fullest.****Job Profile Summary:**The Senior Landman, working under limited supervision, is responsible for providing assistance in moderately complex land matters for oil and gas exploration and production activities. The role will work within an interdisciplinary team to manage a drilling and operations schedule that supports the company’s goals and objectives. The role involves providing support in the evaluation and acquisition of oil and gas leases including determination of mineral and leasehold ownership. The role reviews title opinion and regulatory requirements, and consults with attorneys, other land professionals, and various stakeholders to resolve title issues, mitigate risks, and streamline processes. The role is responsible for the drafting, negotiation, interpretation, and maintenance of all agreements related to exploration and production. **Job Description:**•Provides support of exploration and development by negotiating the disposition of leasehold rights, including drafting agreements such as Purchase and Sale Agreements, Farm out Agreements, Exploration Agreements, and Joint Operating Agreements.•Coordinates the collection and evaluation of land, commercial, and regulatory data from internal and external sources. Coordinates the acquisition of and reviews record title ownership and cures title deficiencies brought forth within title opinions. Supports preparation and compliance of orders and permits issued by federal or other regulatory agencies.•Organizes and completes multiple concurrent land projects, prioritizes deadlines, and communicates effectively, demonstrating autonomy in decision-making and providing strategic technical recommendations to leadership.•Interprets provisions in leases, contracts, regulatory orders, and laws to assess risks and ensure accurate maintenance of Land data. Monitor all upcoming lease obligations. Provides asset and operations teams with information critical to ongoing production from and development of properties. Advises Land Analysts of changes to lease records.•Fields inquiries from mineral owners and working interest partners. Establishes and maintains effective relationships with internal and external stakeholders and influences at all levels. Maintains and fosters public and community relations that demonstrate excellent corporate stewardship and integrity.•Contributes substantially to moderately complex land projects, providing innovative land management solutions leveraging diverse expertise, technical land management knowledge, and business acumen to identify opportunities, recognize issues, resolve problems, and make recommendations to achieve objectives. Leads concurrent efforts and mentors others.•Stays informed about legal and regulatory changes affecting land management. Analyzes market trends and provides insights to support decision-making. **Education:**• Bachelor's Degree in Energy Management, Business Administration or any other related discipline, Juris Doctorate, and/or commensurate work experience is required. **Experience:**• 5+ years of relevant experience, preferably in areas such as Leasing and Negotiation, Land Transaction Due Diligence, Contract Drafting or a related field. Industry experience is required. Preferably a member of Member American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL). **Certifications:**• Certified Professional Landman (CPL) (preferred) **Competencies:**• Stakeholder Relationships• Oral & Written Communication• Results Oriented• Active Learning• Digital Literacy• Business Acumen• Innovation Skills:• Land Management• Lease Management• Negotiation & Acquisition/Disposition• Title Examination• Due Diligence• Legal & Regulatory Knowledge• Contract Writing• Data Analysis & Reporting• Land Records Management System KnowledgeQualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, status as a protected veteran or other characteristics protected by law.