Senior Land Negotiator

The Land Negotiator is primarily responsible for securing access to oil and gas rights in support of the exploration and development of hydrocarbons.

provides guidance and advice to a multi-discipline sub-surface team in the development of prospect and play access in the Haynesville in East Texas and North Louisiana.

develops relationships within the oil and gas industry to facilitate partnering and trade opportunities.

actively participates in the areas of deal development, deal structure, negotiations and the drafting of commercial oil and gas agreements including farmouts/farmins, joint operating agreements, development agreements, oil and gas leases, and assignments.

ensures that commercial transactions are documented and communicated internally to ensure production and reserves are accurately and timely accounted for within the hydrocarbon value chain.

manages and coordinates field brokerage work including title and related negotiations and activities.

is able to timely deliver drill-ready projects in coordination with internal exploration and/or development groups.

is able to understand and analyze complex issues, using data analytics where possible, to identify alternatives and select an appropriate course of action to achieve desired outcome.

has exceptional communication skills, communicates with clarity and integrity, and understands the need for constant and consistent dialog.

has good interpersonal, communication (oral and written) and teamworking skills.

acts as a change agent within the business to promote growth and continuous process improvement

BBA or BS in Petroleum Land Management/Energy Management, business, or related field.

Minimum of 8 years of in-house subsurface land negotiations experience. AAPL member required; RL, RPL or CPL preferred.

Experience drafting, negotiating, and interpreting leases and agreements preferred.

North Louisiana experience preferred.

Foster an environment of safety first operations

Demonstrate ability to achieve high performance goals and meet deadlines in fast paced environment

Forward looking thinker; who actively seeks opportunities and solutions

Demonstrated use of IMPACT principles:

I - Innovated: Learns from new ideas and applies solutions to add value.

M - Motivated: Overcomes obstacles with an intense desire to succeed.

P - Performance Driven: Makes value-based decisions involving measured risk to deliver business objectives.

A - Accountable: Takes responsibility and ownership of business performance.

C - Collaborative: Shares knowledge and works together for the good of BPX.

T - Trustworthy: Keeps commitments, listens to others and authentically supports change necessary to achieve our Path to Premier.

How much do we pay (Base)?

Note that the pay range listed for this position is a good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible base compensation at the time of posting.

We offer a reward and wellbeing package designed to support your life both inside and outside of work. Benefits may include:

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid time off

Discretionary annual bonus program

Long-term incentive program

401(k) matching program

Must be legally authorized to work full-time in the United States for any employer other than your current employer

Must not require sponsorship now or in the future for employment visa status (e.g., H-1B, TN, etc.)

We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations to participate in the application or interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other employment benefits and privileges. Please contact us to request accommodations.

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