Contract - In House NM HBP Landman

Senior Landman – Held by Production (HBP) – New Mexico

Steady work. Solid Communication. Great vibes.

Location: New Mexico (MUST live in Santa Fe or within 3.5 hours)
Department: Land / Title
Employment Type: Full-Time

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced Landman with strong Held by Production (HBP) expertise and in-depth knowledge of New Mexico oil and gas operations. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record in title research, lease maintenance, ownership verification, and negotiations with mineral and working interest owners. This position requires a high level of technical skill, attention to detail, and the ability to manage complex HBP acreage and leasehold positions efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyze and interpret HBP leasehold positions to ensure compliance with lease terms and operational requirements.

• Conduct title research and ownership verification through public records, courthouses, and state databases.

• Review and prepare chain of title, division orders, and lease agreements.

• Work closely with internal teams (land administration, legal, operations, and accounting) to support ongoing drilling and production activities.

• Maintain accurate land files, maps, and records of leasehold status and acreage reports.

• Negotiate with mineral owners, working interest owners, and other stakeholders to secure lease extensions, curative instruments, or amendments.

• Assist in identifying and resolving title defects and leasehold issues impacting HBP acreage.

• Support due diligence and acquisition efforts, ensuring accuracy in ownership and lease status verification.

• Stay current on New Mexico oil and gas regulations, pooling/unitization laws, and lease maintenance requirements.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5+ years of experience as a Landman in oil and gas, with a focus on Held by Production and lease maintenance.

• Strong working knowledge of New Mexico title and leasing laws (experience in the Delaware and/or San Juan Basin preferred).

• Proven experience handling complex title chains and performing in-depth mineral ownership research.

• Proficiency in land management systems and software such as iLand, Quorum, Enverus, or similar platforms.

• Excellent communication, negotiation, and analytical skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic team environment.