Oxy produces, markets and transports oil and natural gas to maximize value and provide resources fundamental to life. The company leverages its global leadership in carbon management to advance lower-carbon technologies and products. Headquartered in Houston, Oxy primarily operates in the United States, Middle East and North Africa. To learn more, visit Oxy

Oxy strives to attract and retain talented employees by investing in their professional development and providing rewarding opportunities for personal growth. Our goal is to meet the highest employer standards by ensuring the health and safety of our employees, protecting the environment and positively impacting our communities where we do business.

We have open positions for Lease & Contracts Analysts – Oil & Gas, Lease & Contracts Analysts – Surface, Owner Relations Analyst

Roles and Responsibilities

· Analyze, input, and validate lease and contract data to ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency across land systems.

· Prepare full and partial releases, assignments, and Exhibit A documentation for producing properties.

· Manage and maintain monthly lease calendars, tracking rentals, shut‑ins, minimum royalties, expirations, and other contractual obligations.

· Conduct lease and unit reviews for shut‑in wells and process related payments, subject to review and approval.

· Perform extensive analysis and interpretation of complex or ambiguous lease provisions, contracts, units/wells, and associated title issues.

· Identify and track contractual obligations associated with lease acquisitions, trades, and divestitures.

· Ensure continuous development of leases is accurately tracked and reflected in lease and contract records.

· Participate in the development of processes and controls to identify, mitigate, and manage risks related to lease acquisition, maintenance, and retention.

· Engage in prospect and transaction due diligence, ensuring all relevant legal and contractual documentation is identified, reviewed, and evaluated to support business decisions.

· Prepare and present due diligence findings, risk assessments, and recommendations to management.

· Assist with litigation‑related matters as requested, collaborating closely with the Oxy Legal department.

· Serve as a primary advisor for assigned areas of operation while supporting multiple geographic regions as needed.

· Lead and participate in cross‑functional initiatives, including acquisitions, divestitures, and other special projects.

· Lead discussions on process and procedural improvements within the Lease and Contracts function and make recommendations to management.

· Ensure legal, procedural, and operational considerations are accurately incorporated into projects and initiatives.

· Collaborate with Land Operations, Legal, Accounting, and other stakeholders to resolve complex lease and contract matters.

· Work directly with external stakeholders, including landowners and partner companies, handling complex and sensitive issues.

Qualifications

· Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite with the ability to quickly learn and leverage additional systems and applications.

· Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to explain complex lease and contract matters clearly.

· Working knowledge of Quorum Land System and/or SAP preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under deadlines.

· Proven ability to handle confidential and proprietary company information appropriately.

· Strong understanding of land principles, lease administration practices, and contractual interpretation.

· Extensive working knowledge of land terminology and contracts, with the ability to independently manage assignments of increased complexity under general direction.

Education

Bachelor’s degree with Ten (10) or more years of relevant experience, or

Fourteen (14) or more years of relevant experience in lieu of a bachelor’s degree.

Relocation

This position may be eligible for relocation.

Travel Requirements

The percentage of travel required for this position is 0-10%.

Work Schedule

This position is eligible for the 9/80 work schedule.

Recruitment Fraud
 
It has come to our attention various individuals and/or organizations are contacting people falsely pretending to recruit on behalf of Oxy. Please be aware that these recruiting scams and communications do not originate nor are they associated with our recruitment process. All Oxy job postings and offers will require a completed application through our company website.
 
Oxy does not charge a fee at any stage of the recruiting process. We will never:
 
•  Ask you to pay for applications, interviews, meetings, processing, training or for any other fees
 
•  Use recruiting or placement agencies that charge candidates an advance fee of any kind or
 
•  Request personal information such as passport and bank account details at an early stage of our recruitment process.
 
We recommend against responding to unsolicited business propositions or offers from people you don't know. Do not disclose your personal or financial details. If you believe you have been the victim of a recruiting scam, please contact your local police department.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law.