Division Order Advisor

Oxy•Houston, TX

About The Position

The Division Order Advisor facilitates the distribution of proceeds from oil and gas sales and the collection of well expenses in an assigned region. The role determines the relative ownership of the Company, working interest partners, overriding royalty holders, and royalty holders by analyzing title documents and maintaining and updating ownership records. Opportunities include operated assets in the Midland Basin, Rockies, and New Mexico, as well as non-operated assets. The Advisor handles complex and high-risk ownership and payment matters, supports division order and well setup across functional groups, resolves title and data issues, and helps manage legal and financial risk. The position also leads or supports due diligence, litigation-related matters, cross-functional projects, and process improvements; advises management; and serves as a technical resource and mentor to other Division Order professionals. The role involves working with external stakeholders and maintaining involvement in industry associations. The position may be eligible for relocation. Travel is 0–10%. It is eligible for the 9/80 work schedule and Balanced Workplace Program.

Requirements

Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and ability to efficiently adopt additional systems and applications.
Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to convey complex ownership and legal concepts clearly to diverse audiences.
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects simultaneously under tight deadlines.
Ability to handle highly confidential and proprietary company information.
Strong understanding of land principles, title concepts, and contractual interpretation applicable to complex ownership scenarios.
Extensive knowledge of land terminology, contracts, and division order practices, with the ability to independently lead work of significant complexity.
Demonstrated ability to lead projects and influence outcomes without direct supervisory authority.
Bachelor’s degree and ten or more years of relevant experience, or fourteen or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.

Nice To Haves

Working knowledge of Quorum Land System and/or SAP.

Responsibilities

Review and monitor well reports across multiple geographic areas.
Determine divisions of interest, calculate royalty and working interest ownership, and ensure timely and accurate payment of proceeds for complex and high-risk transactions.
Perform and oversee deck setup and maintenance for operated, non-operated, and payout wells.
Calculate, validate, and report ownership interests in alignment with title documentation and contractual obligations.
Integrate division order and well setup processes across Land Operations, Land Administration, Accounting, and other functional groups.
Ensure compliance with contractual obligations and state statutory payment requirements.
Analyze and interpret leases, contracts, division orders, deeds, assignments, probate documents, judgments, decrees, and title opinions.
Revise working interest and royalty ownership based on title documentation and curative outcomes.
Set up and maintain unit ownership, including amendments, reallocations, and revisions.
Identify, investigate, and resolve complex data integrity, ownership, and process issues.
Determine, request, and evaluate documentation needed to cure title and ownership issues.
Obtain, interpret, and apply curative materials to resolve title defects and mitigate legal and financial risk.
Help develop and enhance processes for identifying, mitigating, and managing risks associated with division order setup and maintenance.
Lead and support cross-functional projects, including acquisitions, divestitures, system implementations, and owner clean-up initiatives.
Conduct and support due diligence by identifying, reviewing, and evaluating relevant legal and ownership documentation.
Prepare and present due diligence findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to management.
Assist with litigation-related matters as requested, coordinating with Legal and other stakeholders.
Lead discussions on process, system, and control improvements and provide recommendations to management.
Ensure legal, procedural, and operational considerations are incorporated into projects and initiatives.
Mentor and serve as a technical resource to other Division Order professionals.
Work directly with external stakeholders, including landowners, partners, and operators, to handle complex and sensitive issues.
Follow company standards, governance, and Division Order function best practices.
Participate in local and national industry associations through meetings, networking, and continuing education.