Strategic Lease & Contracts Analyst

oxy; The Woodlands (TX); On-site; USD 60,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation assistance

9/80 work schedule

Job summary

Oxy is seeking a detail-oriented Land Contracts/Lease Analyst in Texas. You will input lease and contract data, prepare releases and Exhibit A documents, and manage monthly lease calendars to track rentals, shut-ins, and expirations.

You will determine rental obligations and process ownership-change payments, supporting ongoing lease administration. You will review lease obligations monthly, resolve routine issues, and collaborate with Land Operations to complete agreements.

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 fast-paced 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.

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.

Skills

MS Office

Communication

Organizational skills

Multi-tasking

Confidentiality

Land principles

Education

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

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

Tools

Quorum Land System

SAP

Job description

Oxy is seeking a detail-oriented Land Contracts/Lease Analyst in Texas. You will input lease and contract data, prepare releases and Exhibit A documents, and manage monthly lease calendars to track rentals, shut-ins, and expirations.

You will determine rental obligations and process ownership-change payments, supporting ongoing lease administration. You will review lease obligations monthly, resolve routine issues, and collaborate with Land Operations to complete agreements.