Oil & Gas Land and Title Analyst/ SAM Associate II

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Job Description:
This job is responsible for managing complex specialty assets such as farm and ranch land, timberland, oil and gas interests, real estate, mineral interests, and private businesses while delivering fiduciary oversight and client support. Key responsibilities include asset reviews, client and prospect meetings and contributing to new business activities. Job expectations include applying sound judgment, demonstrating independence, partnering closely with relationship teams, and providing accurate and timely information while operating under the guidance of leadership.

The Oil & Gas Land and Title Analyst is responsible for administering a diverse portfolio of oil, gas, and mineral assets held within fiduciary and investment accounts serviced by Bank of America's Specialty Asset Management group. This role performs complex land, title, and ownership analysis, supports revenue administration activities, and provides technical expertise regarding oil and gas property ownership and operations. The ideal candidate is detail-oriented, analytical, collaborative, and comfortable working cross-functionally with internal teams, operators, land professionals, attorneys, and other industry partners. This role offers the opportunity to work in a dynamic, collaborative environment while growing alongside a driven team.

Responsibilities:

Ownership & Title Analysis

Review and analyze division orders, deeds, probate documents, leases, assignments, and other title documents.

Verify mineral ownership interests and confirm title ownership for fiduciary accounts.

Research title discrepancies and resolve ownership issues with operators, purchasers, attorneys, and land professionals.

Analyze legal descriptions, gross and net acreage calculations, lease burden, and ownership percentages.

Review title curative requirements and coordinate corrective actions.

Asset Administration

Establish and maintain oil and gas properties, wells, payors, and ownership records within internal systems.

Coordinate the setup of new accounts, properties, wells, and producing interests.

Administer asset transfers, ownership changes, account terminations, and asset distributions.

Maintain accurate ownership and lease data across specialty asset platforms.

Revenue Management

Monitor royalty, working interest, and other oil and gas income payments.

Research payment discrepancies, suspended revenues, and escheated funds.

Identify and resolve improper deductions, title-related payment holds, and underpayments.

Pursue statutory interest claims and other recoverable amounts when appropriate.

Review and analyze joint interest billings (JIBs) for accuracy, ownership compliance, and adherence to operating agreements.

Land & Lease Administration

Establish, maintain, and administer oil and gas leases

Monitor lease obligations and key contractual terms.

Assist with lease negotiations, acquisitions, divestitures, and special projects.

Support due diligence activities for mineral asset transactions.

Compliance & Risk Management

Ensure fiduciary responsibilities are met in accordance with Bank policies and procedures.

Maintain accurate documentation and audit-ready records.

Identify operational, legal, and title-related risks associated with specialty assets.

Adhere to regulatory requirements and internal control standards.

Required Qualifications

5+ years of experience in oil and gas land administration, title analysis, division order administration, or mineral asset management.

Bachelor's degree in Energy Management, Petroleum Land Management, Business, Finance, Legal Studies, or related field considered a plus.

Certified Professional Lease and Title Analyst (CPLTA), Registered/Certified Professional Landman (RPL/CPL), or related designation a plus.

Experience with fiduciary, trust, estate, or specialty asset management a plus.

Strong understanding of:

Oil and gas ownership structures

Division orders

Lease administration

Mineral and royalty interests

Title curative processes

Probate and inheritance-related ownership transfers

Experience interpreting legal descriptions and ownership documents.

Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills.

Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Strong proficiency with Microsoft Excel and oil & gas data systems.

Knowledge of major producing basins, including the Permian, Eagle Ford, Haynesville, and Mid-Continent regions.

Experience with oil and gas accounting, revenue administration, or land management software.

Familiarity with title research databases and county record systems.

Skills:

Collaboration

Decision Making

Issue Management

Prioritization

Strategic Thinking

Critical Thinking

Customer and Client Focus

Oral Communications

Project Management

Written Communications

Active Listening

Adaptability

Analytical Thinking

Continuous Improvement

Innovative Thinking

Minimum Education Requirement: High School Diploma / GED / Secondary School or equivalent

Shift:

1st shift (United States of America)

Hours Per Week:

40