Sr. Landman

Aethon Energy Operating LLC’s (“Aethon”) on primary responsibilities of the Senior Landman are facilitating the addition of oil and gas reserves and the preservation of existing leasehold interest in assigned geographical area.

DUTIES & JOB RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Negotiate oil and gas lease rights with mineral owners
• Analyze and interpret lease-purchase agreements
• Evaluate acreage, develop lease offers, and review titles to determine ownership
• Analyze lease terms and determine drilling requirements
• Cure title prior to drilling
• Prepare and negotiate farm in/farm out, joint operating, and other contractual agreements as necessary
• Manage/maintain existing leasehold, rental, and unit obligations
• Represent the company as the primary point of contact for landowners and the State with regard to leasehold matters
• Mentor and train less experienced Landmen
• Work with others as part of a multi-disciplined team to ensure efficient operations and enhanced productivity

Requirements

Education & Work Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field. (Petroleum Land Management or Energy Commerce is preferred)
• Minimum of 10-15 years of experience as Landman with in-house E&P operator required
• AAPL Certified Professional Landman (CPL) certification preferred

Technical Skills & Knowledge:

• Knowledge of multiple state and federal regulations in specified areas of operation
• Experience drilling wells in Texas for an active operator is required
• Proficiency in MS Office is required
• Advanced analytical and research skills required

Personal & Soft Skills:

• Ability to complete complex tasks with limited supervision
• Ability to communicate with a multi-disciplined team to successfully solve problems

Physical & Other Requirements:

• Must be eligible to work in the United States and have a valid drivers license
• Successful candidate will be able to meet company standard background check specific to individual role prior to employment and will be subject to Company Drug & Alcohol Program

• Position is an indoor office position which will require remaining in a stationary position, often sitting or standing for prolonged periods of time

Benefits

• Premiums for health, dental, and vision insurance for employee and children are 100% paid for by Aethon and premiums for spouse are 75% covered.
• 401k match 100% up to 7% of annual base salary
• Health Advocate to assist navigating your medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company provided Basic Life and AD&D Insurance, Short- and Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Flexible telecommuting schedule (currently WFH on Monday and Friday)
• 240 annual hours of PTO, prorated to start date
• 11 paid holidays annually
• Casual dress code
• Unlimited access to workout facilities within the building
• Wellness program with earned incentives for completed activities

Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Employees must be willing and able to perform other duties as assigned.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Unfortunately, due to the high volume of applications, we are unable to acknowledge every applicant.

Aethon does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters or employment agencies.  In the event a recruiter or agency submits a resume or candidate without a previously signed agreement and approved engagement request, Aethon reserves the right to pursue and hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency.

Aethon is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to the principles of being an equal opportunity employer and to providing our employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.  All employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business need.