Landman

Location: Oklahoma City, OK

Reports to: VP, Land

Employment Type: Salary, Exempt Full-Time

About Us

Western Natural Resources (WNR) is a privately held, Oklahoma City–based oil and gas company focused on acquiring, developing, and operating high-quality upstream energy assets. Founded through a strategic partnership between Gunvor Group and experienced energy leaders, WNR combines deep industry expertise, disciplined execution, and a long-term approach to building a premier energy company.

WNR is a rapidly growing organization with an entrepreneurial culture where collaboration, integrity, safety, and accountability are central to how we operate. As the company expands its asset base and team, employees have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact, work closely with experienced industry leaders, and help build the infrastructure and culture of a growing energy company.

Position Summary

We're seeking an experienced Landman with a minimum of 5 years of in-house Haynesville experience (TX & LA) to help lead our land operations, acquisition, title, and lease management efforts. This is a multidisciplinary role — beyond core landman duties, you'll support functions like regulatory filings (BLM & State), contract/JOA administration, and coordination with legal, engineering, GIS and accounting as needed. This is an ideal role for a self-starter who thrives in a small, fast-moving team where no two days look the same.

This role is well suited to a landman who wants more variety and impact than a typical large-company environment allows.

Key Responsibilities

Land / Landman Core

• Negotiate, draft, and manage oil & gas leases, farmouts, JOAs, surface use agreements, easements and rights-of-way in the Haynesville
• Track lease expirations, HBP status, and Pugh clause obligations
• Manage the federal and state lease and contractual obligations with regard to units, payments and reporting
• Perform and/or manage any necessary title curative work
• Conduct lease acquisition, top-leasing, and renewal negotiations with mineral and royalty owners
• Maintain and update lease/mineral ownership databases and GIS mapping

Multidisciplinary / Startup Support

• Assist with permitting and regulatory filings (BLM, TX RRC, LDENR)
• Help coordinate and manage due diligence for acquisitions/divestitures
• Collaborate with land brokers, outside counsel, accounting, and technical consultants
• Contribute to internal reporting, budgeting inputs, and process documentation as the company scales
• Take on other operational or administrative tasks typical of a lean, founder-led organization

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of landman experience specifically in the Haynesville Shale (TX & LA)
• Strong working knowledge of Texas oil & gas law and title standards, Louisiana experience a plus
• Demonstrated experience negotiating leases and curative title work
• Proficiency with land management software (e.g., Enverus/Drillinginfo,) AI Tools and GIS tools
• Excellent written and verbal negotiation skills
• Ability to work independently with minimal oversight in a small-team environment
• Valid driver's license and willingness to travel as needed

Preferred Qualifications

• RPL, RL, or CPL certification (AAPL) preferred
• Familiarity with regulatory filing processes (BLM, Texas RRC & LDCE)
• Basic understanding of division orders, owner relations and accounting concepts
• Bachelor's degree in Land Management, Business, Energy Management, or related field

What We Offer

• Competitive base salary performance-based incentives
• Direct influence over company land strategy and growth
• Flat, collaborative team structure with fast decision-making

Physical Requirements

Ability to perform the essential functions of the position, including sitting, standing, walking, communicating, and using standard office or job-related equipment. May require lifting, travel, working outdoors, or use of personal protective equipment.