Sr. Landman

Antero Resources Corporation•Denver, CO

13d•$130,000 - $165,000•Onsite

About The Position

Under limited supervision, this position is central and necessary to the satisfactory performance of the job. It involves directing a Broker team daily to prepare title updates and reports, secure oil and gas leases, lease modifications, and curative actions necessary for land preparation for drilling within the operations area. The role requires evaluating, negotiating, and preparing lease language with mineral owners for the acquisition of lease contracts and/or securing rights to mineral interests. It also involves negotiating, preparing, and executing leasehold acquisitions or trades with various operators, and proactively pursuing opportunities to maximize value through acreage trades or other acquisition-related transactions of producing and non-producing properties. The Sr. Landman will work with attorneys in the construction and analysis of purchase and sale agreements as well as trade agreements, oversee and coordinate leasehold extensions and renewals within the operating area, and review title reports and oversee curative efforts to reduce risk associated with mineral ownership and development. Additionally, the role requires analyzing lease terms and provisions, providing direction as necessary to secure amendments, and communicating and presenting weekly results and status updates to Senior Management. Other duties may be assigned.

Requirements

Bachelor’s Degree from an accredited institution.
At least five (5) years of Land, Land Title, Leasing, or related experience.
Good knowledge of Petroleum Land Management principles.
Good understanding of Oil & Gas Exploration terms, Land and Legal documents.
Able to interpret, research, and examine various contracts and title options.
Ability to review and draft advance lease and agreement language.
Good negotiation skills with demonstrated ability to reach a favorable outcome and/or resolve difficult situations.
Good conflict management skills, with the ability to operate in a high stress environment in a calm and professional manner.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite including Excel, Word, etc. and ability to operate standard office equipment.
Excellent written and verbal communication skills to interface with management, colleagues, field personnel, landowners, and business contacts.
Ability to be detail orientated, self-starting, and to work independently while maintaining goals and tasks.
Ability to understand and exhibit ethical behavior and business practices. Ensure own behavior and the behavior of others are consistent with the standards and align with the values of the Company.
Ability to establish and maintain positive working relationships with others both internally and externally.
Ability to be flexible and adapt to changing priorities, tasks, and project deadlines.

Responsibilities

Direct Broker team on a daily basis to prepare title updates and reports, secure oil and gas leases, lease modifications, and curative necessary to prepare land for drilling within operations area.
Evaluate, negotiate, and prepare lease language with mineral owners for the acquisition of lease contracts and/or securing rights to the mineral interest.
Negotiate, prepare, and execute leasehold acquisitions or trades with various operators.
Proactively pursue opportunities to maximize value through acreage trades or other acquisition related transactions of producing and non-producing properties.
Work with attorneys in the construction and analysis of purchase and sale agreements as well as trade agreements.
Oversee and coordinate leasehold extensions and renewals within operating area.
Review title reports and oversee curative efforts to reduce risk associated with ownership and development of the minerals.
Analyze lease terms and provisions, and provide direction as necessary to secure amendments.
Communicate and present weekly results and status updates to Senior Management.
Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

Health Care eligibility including Medical & Prescription, Dental and Vision coverages
Health Savings Account (HSA), Dependent Care FSA and Dependent Care FSA match
Employer Paid Insurance: Basic Life and AD&D (employee, spouse, child), Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Coverage
Voluntary Insurance: Life and AD&D, Accident, Long Term Care, Critical Illness, Pet Insurance, Legal Services
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
401(k) with employer matching
Student Loan Repayment Reimbursement
Vacation, Personal Choice Days (PCD), Sick Time
Paid Parental Leave
Company paid Holidays
Wellness Reimbursement
Subsidized Parking and Public Transportation
Financial Well-being Program
Professional Membership Reimbursement
Employee Discount Programs