About Williams Companies

Williams Companies is a leader in the energy sector, dedicated to making clean energy happen. Headquartered in Tulsa, Oklahoma, we operate a vast network of pipelines and facilities that transport natural gas across North America. Our commitment to innovation, safety, and sustainability drives everything we do. At Williams, we're not just building infrastructure—we're powering the future of energy while fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace where every employee can thrive. Join a company that's passionate about exploration, discovery, and creating lasting impact in the oil and gas industry.

Position Summary

As a Landman Sr - Upstream in Tulsa, Oklahoma, you'll step into a leadership role that's central to our exploration and development projects. This position offers the autonomy to manage complex assignments independently while collaborating with a talented team of professionals. You'll drive strategic land initiatives, negotiate high-stakes agreements, and mentor the next generation of landmen. If you have a passion for land management in the energy sector, excellent analytical skills, and a drive for results, this role at Williams will challenge you to grow and excel. Enjoy the benefits of working in a performance-driven environment where your contributions directly impact our success in upstream operations.

Key Responsibilities

In this pivotal role, you'll lead with expertise and innovation across land operations. Your day-to-day will include:

• Leading the strategic analysis, interpretation, and preparation of oil and gas leases and related contracts, ensuring full compliance with legal and operational standards.
• Overseeing and guiding the review and resolution of title requirements in drilling and division order title opinions, delivering expert analysis and recommendations.
• Managing and directing coordination with lease brokers to drive land acquisition efforts for exploration and development projects.
• Monitoring and controlling prospect budgets and expenditures, with full responsibility for calculating working interests and net revenue interests.
• Negotiating and drafting complex industry agreements, such as joint operating agreements (JOAs), participation agreements, farm-in/farm-out agreements, and purchase and sale agreements.
• Preparing and executing critical supporting legal documents for asset transactions and joint ventures, maintaining thorough documentation and legal adherence.
• Training and developing junior landmen, contributing to team growth and knowledge transfer.
• Handling other duties as assigned in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

These responsibilities position you as a project leader, where your deep knowledge of land operations will fuel innovation and success.

Required Qualifications

To succeed in this Landman Sr role, you'll need a strong educational background and proven experience:

• Required: Bachelor’s degree in Land Management, Business, or Finance, plus four (4) years of related land experience in oil and gas.
• Preferred: Master’s degree in Land Management, Business, or Finance, plus five (5) years of related experience.
• Excellent organizational and interpersonal skills, with safety as the utmost priority.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and strong PC skills.
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously in a dynamic environment.
• Proven track record of achieving results in a performance-driven, team-oriented setting.
• Preferred: Experience in mentoring, training, and developing team members.

We're seeking candidates who embody our Core Values, thrive on autonomy, and are ready to make a lasting impact.

Why Join Us

Choosing Williams means more than a job—it's a career where you can explore your passion, build lifelong friendships, and grow under dedicated mentors. Our Total Rewards package includes competitive compensation, flexible health benefits for you and your family, and robust retirement plans to secure your financial future. Work in downtown Tulsa, a vibrant city known as the 'Mother Road' of Route 66, featuring stunning art deco architecture, the nation's top city park (The Gathering Place), and world-class live music venues. With a cost of living 8% below the U.S. average and easy access via Tulsa International Airport, T-Town offers an unbeatable lifestyle. As an equal opportunity employer, Williams celebrates diversity and provides equal consideration regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. Bring your energy to ours and help make clean energy happen. Apply today for Landman Sr - Upstream jobs in Tulsa and discover why there's no place like T-Town!

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