LANDMAN COVER LETTER TEMPLATE

• Negotiate and analyze land contracts, including mineral leases, wind and solar leases, grazing leases, deeds, purchase and sale agreements, easements, rights-of-way, surface use and access agreements, etc.
• Accurately analyze and interpret leases, deeds, ownership reports, assignments, contracts, and title opinions.
• Proficiently calculate ownership and royalty interests.
• Field incoming requests and accurately prepare contracts and pursue negotiations with third parties for land leasing, access, use, acquisitions, and divestitures.
• Build rapport and maintain mutually successful relationships with lessees, government officials, and industry partners to enhance business opportunities and the Sweetwater profile in the community.
• Communicate and coordinate with key stakeholders (internal and external) on issues pertaining to the Sweetwater assets, including but not limited to technical disciplines, agriculture, mining, renewable energy, oil and gas, local, state, and federal regulatory agencies.
• Review and validate data required for review by purchasers for any divestment activities.
• Participate in internal and external due diligence.
• Provide back-up assistance for the Land Administrator
• Assist with special land and land administration projects.
• Perform all land work ethically and in accordance with the American Association of Professional Landmen (AAPL) ethics code

Skills: Contract Negotiation, Land Title Analysis, Lease Interpretation, Ownership Calculations, Stakeholder Communication, Due Diligence Support, Land Administration, Ethical Compliance

• Review and assemble land agreements (Existing and New)
• Serve as the point of contact for all accounts receivable and administrative questions
• Review, integrate, and manage land acquisitions
• Manage full life cycle of ROW Requests
• Monitor Renewal Payments, Mineral Royalties, and SWD Royalties
• Assist with research projects
• Assist with fresh water planning, permit reviews, and billing
• Monitor and track water contracts

Skills: Land Agreements, Accounts Receivable, Land Acquisitions, ROW Management, Royalty Tracking, Research Support, Water Planning, Contract Monitoring

• Direct the team daily to prepare title updates and reports, secure oil and gas leases, lease modifications, and curative measures necessary to prepare land for drilling within the 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 the operating area
• Review title reports and oversee curative efforts to reduce risk associated with ownership and development of the minerals
• Provide direction to Surface Landman regarding Surface Use Agreements and Right of Way contracts
• Analyze lease terms and provisions, and provide direction to secure amendments
• Coordinate and assist attorneys with legal actions such as missing heir petitions and partitions
• Understand the regulatory framework of the operating jurisdiction and testify in regulatory hearings
• Communicate and present weekly results and status updates to Senior Management
• Communicate and coordinate with other departments to manage changing priorities for drilling.
• Maintain ongoing collaboration and partnership to help identify risks and improve efficiency
• Train and direct the efforts of Land Technicians and Landman Associates assigned to the operating area to guide and assist with their activities
• Provide assistance, expertise, and professionally respond to both internal and external inquiries.
• Help the team resolve more challenging questions or issues

Skills: Lease Negotiation, Title Analysis, Broker Management, Leasehold Acquisitions, Risk Mitigation, Regulatory Compliance, Cross-Functional Coordination, Team Leadership

• Analyze, interpret, prepare, negotiate and acquire surface easements, temporary right of way. agreements, and purchase and sale agreements for fee property acquisition.
• Research courthouse records and prepare, analyze and read the Title.
• Identify and locate surface and gas estate ownership, and have a general knowledge of natural gas storage, dual-purpose leases, and subsurface storage easements.
• Prepare and facilitate the execution of specialized damage releases, settlement agreements, and other legal documents with required approvals.
• Obtain survey permission, work with the routing team to identify project routing and facility locations, and coordinate field efforts with other disciplines.
• Assemble and analyze project mapping and acquisition agreements.
• Coordinate and distribute work assignments for field staff and contract personnel for ROW acquisition or modification.
• Work closely with field surveying and permitting personnel to ensure project deadlines are met.
• Assist the legal department in resolving claims and civil matters.
• Provide support to Construction and Operations departments for land-related items.

Skills: Surface Easements, Title Research, Ownership Analysis, Legal Documentation, ROW Acquisition, Project Coordination, Field Management, Interdepartmental Support

• Identify/negotiate/purchase land
• Ownership of the land acquisition process, from identification, preparation, negotiation and progression of offers, through to completion
• Build and develop strong relationships with key stakeholders, both internal and external, including land owners, agents, consultants, local authorities, legal advisers and competitors
• Plan assessments and management of external consultants
• Market research and selling prices and liaison with the sales team
• Work closely with the estimating and technical teams to prepare accurate financial appraisals
• Preparation of reports/land packs for meetings
• Chair meetings, preparing agendas and minutes for internal and external meetings
• Participate in corporate entertaining/attending events on behalf of the company

Skills: Land Acquisition, Deal Negotiation, Stakeholder Relations, Consultant Management, Market Research, Financial Appraisal, Report Preparation, Meeting Leadership

• Highly organized and efficient self-starter
• Proficient analytical and problem-solving abilities with accuracy and attention to detail
• Be able to effectively manage time and prioritize projects to meet deadlines
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong negotiation, conflict management, and interpersonal skills
• Team player who communicates effectively with all levels of co-workers and outside contacts
• Be able to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple and sometimes changing priorities
• PC proficiency, experienced use with MS Excel and Word
• Be able to learn and utilize company-specific applications
• Experience in-house oil and gas land work or due diligence/broker work with an emphasis on title review

Qualifications: BS in Energy Management with 4 years of Experience

• Ability to check public records to verify land descriptions, determine fees and lease ownerships, obtain documents and data, and titles on leases and royalties
• Ability to secure the examinations of titles, resolve defects, and settle damage claims
• Must be able to demonstrate strong knowledge and application of land and negotiating principles, theories, and concepts, and have a wide understanding of how Land interacts, advises, and collaborates with geoscience, engineering, operations, legal, regulatory, and other professional groups.
• Ability to perform due diligence relating to acquisitions and divestitures, as well as title curative work.
• Be able to work in a fast-paced, team environment with multiple and sometimes changing priorities.
• Strong PC skills, including MS Office Suite, ARCMAP/GIS knowledge
• In-house experience working with broad-based exploration and development projects.
• Experience in working with field brokers conducting leasing activities
• Must be able to negotiate oil and gas leases and direct field landmen.
• Must be able to direct and mentor entry-level in-house landmen.
• Technical understanding of oil and gas lease forms, Pooling/Unitization Agreements, Operating Agreements, Farmout Agreements, and various negotiable contracts typically used in exploration activities
• Must be able to negotiate and prepare various letter agreements and formal agreements needed for drilling activities.
• Outstanding team player with strong interpersonal skills to effectively work within a multi-disciplinary group to achieve project-related goals.
• Excellent verbal/written communication, organization, and time management skills.
• Ability to analyze and summarize complex leasehold positions.
• Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize projects, and to effectively manage time to meet deadlines.

Qualifications: BA in Geography with 9 years of Experience

• Proficient in analyzing Runsheets and Mineral Ownership Reports
• Skilled in determining lease and royalty status and depth severances
• Ability to calculate royalty rates for ORRI, NPRI, and differentiate between fixed and floating royalties
• Strong analytical and research skills, and the ability to assemble information from multiple sources promptly
• Detail-oriented with strong organizational and planning skills
• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Proven track record of handling multiple projects that are performed under tight deadlines
• Strong work ethic and attention to detail
• Oil and gas land experience in an exploration and production company within the Appalachian Basin
• Experience with the preparation and negotiation of lease documents, assignments, trades, surface-use agreements, and other related land agreements

Qualifications: BS in Petroleum Land Management with 10 years of Experience

• Previous in-house experience.
• Ability to write, speak, and present information effectively and persuasively across communication settings
• Ability to work in partnership with others and encourage different perspectives, while building and maintaining trust
• Willingness and ability to align one's behavior with the needs, priorities, and goals of Apache.
• Broad understanding of land-related agreements
• Ability to effectively communicate and work in a fast-paced environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in a high-volume of real property transactions
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to adapt and work under pressure, while managing stressful situations to a positive outcome
• Professional demeanor and proven ability to work in a team environment across cross-functional teams
• Excellent mapping skills (Tax, Farmline, and topo)
• Ability to carry out Land projects with moderate coaching

Qualifications: BA in Environmental Studies with 6 years of Experience

• High-level knowledge of oil and gas exploration and production activities.
• Highly experienced with demonstrated ability to successfully handle negotiations with mineral and leasehold estate owners.
• Competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience
• Demonstrate ability to work in cooperation with others.
• Be able to plan, organize, and prioritize personal work activities to accomplish work projects and goals.
• Working knowledge of deed plotter and chain of title computer programs
• Excellent computer skills, including MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
• Excellent communication skills with the ability to create strong relationships, persuade, negotiate, and close deals
• AAPL Certified Professional Landman standing (RPL or CPL)
• Ability to maintain producing leases and co-owner relationships
• Ability to review and monitor broker billings and statements

Qualifications: BS in Geology with 12 years of Experience