Job Description

Who We Are

We are one of the world’s largest independent exploration and production companies, based on proved reserves and production of liquids and natural gas. With operations in 17 countries, we explore for, develop and produce crude oil and natural gas globally. We are challenged with an important job to safely find and deliver energy to the world. Our employees are critical to our success, and with them we power civilization.

We’re grounded by our SPIRIT Values – safety, people, integrity, responsibility, innovation and teamwork. These values position us to deliver strong performance in a dynamic business – but not at all costs. We believe it’s not just what we do – it’s how we do it – that sets us apart.

We strive to make a significant difference in the communities where we live and operate. We create an inclusive environment that values all voices and opinions. Together, the different backgrounds, experiences, ideas and perspectives of our employees drive our success.

Description

If you are selected as the Land Negotiator, you will have a firm understanding of the impact of commercial Land decisions and perform complex non-routine assignments. Your responsibilities may involve many phases of land work including, deal negotiation, contract writing and due diligence. Your role will work closely with an Asset Team of Engineering, Financial, Surface Land, HSE, Supply Chain, and Geo professionals, providing Land direction in the development of your geographic area of responsibility.

Your position will be expected to communicate effectively and partner reciprocally, in a team environment including frequent interaction with private landowners, attorneys, other operators, and local, state and federal agencies.

Responsibilities may include:

Acquiring, trading, and divesting undeveloped and developed leasehold.
Drafting, amending and interpreting complex oil and gas leases
Drafting farmouts, farmins, lease exchanges, JV's and other similar agreements affecting undeveloped and developed leasehold
Working with legal counsel to clear title for drilling and division order purposes
Writing, negotiating and review of contracts and the management of contractual matters, that ensure accuracy as well as compliance with corporate guidelines, legal requirements, ethics and industry standards
Preparing and submitting various state and federal filings, including annual plans of development, commercial well filings, unit expansion applications, location exceptions, commingling applications, etc., and company representation at state hearings
Represent ConocoPhillips in dealing with partners, private landowners, and local, state and Federal Government entities

Basic/Required:

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States as a U.S. citizen or national, or an alien admitted as permanent resident, refugee or asylee
5+ years of in-house land related experience in oil and gas industry

Preferred:

Bachelor’s or higher in Energy Management, Energy Commerce, or related discipline or foreign equivalent
1+ years of experience with various types of software packages used for Surface Land functions (e.g., QLS, ArcGIS,)
Solves difficult problems with little or no supervision.
Demonstrated knowledge sharing skills, including mentorship
Ability to express sound solutions and ideas to management with minimal preparation and readily anticipates problems and questions.
Direct experience negotiating, drafting and understanding of mineral and surface right agreements
Demonstrated experience in project planning, project and acquisition economics, commercial evaluation and alternative business structures
Strong written/oral communication skills essential with the ability to exhibit flexibility and innovation, spontaneously think/respond quickly and be persistent
Strong interpersonal skills required with the ability to establish/manage relationships with internal and external stakeholders
Displays integrity and follows through on dedications by holding others accountable and standing up for what's right
Delivers positive results through realistic planning to accomplish goals
Listens actively and invites new ideas for exchanged views, then influences and acts to drive positive performance and achieve results
Builds positive relationships based on trust and strives to seek collaboration across organizational boundaries to achieve goals
Responds inventively, flexibly and positively when faced with challenges and demands
Strong analytical and critical thinking skills