Landman

Position

: Landman – Negotiator

(Independent Contractor)

Location

: Potter County, PA (strong preference for candidates within reasonable proximity)

Company

: Halo Land Management

Employment Type

: 1099 Contract

Industry

: Oil & Gas | Land Services | Energy

About Halo Land Management

At

Halo Land Management

, we are a trusted partner in the energy sector—providing expert-level land services for oil and gas clients across the U.S. Our teams are driven by professionalism, accuracy, and a commitment to ethical land practices. With growing demand and high-profile clients, we are expanding our network of elite Land Agents and Negotiators to maintain our reputation for delivering results with integrity.

Role Summary

We are seeking a sharp, results-oriented

Land Agent – Negotiator

to work as an

Independent Contractor

on key oil and gas projects. This individual will play a mission-critical role in securing mineral rights, managing negotiations, and navigating complex title issues. As the

primary point of contact for mineral owners

, you’ll serve as both a dealmaker and a trusted advisor—balancing stakeholder interests with the objectives of our clients.

This is a

high-autonomy, high-accountability

role that requires strong interpersonal skills, contract knowledge, and strategic decision-making.

A Day in the Life:

A top-performing Land Agent with Halo typically operates in a self-driven, highly organized fashion. Your work may vary from courthouse research to field visits, but here’s a snapshot of a typical day:

TimeActivity

8:00 AM

Open project management system to review your assigned tracts, messages from landowners, and current lease status

9:30 AM

Conduct a Zoom call with the client’s legal team to clarify lease amendments and curative needs

11:00 AM

Drive to meet a mineral owner at their property to review a lease agreement and explain financial terms

1:00 PM

Analyze title documents and ownership history in preparation for curative work

2:30 PM

Collaborate with your project manager on negotiation strategy for a multi-interest parcel

4:00 PM

Follow up with attorneys and other stakeholders to finalize documents for signature

Evening

Respond to a landowner's questions via phone or email—maintaining trust and momentum even after hours

Key Responsibilities:

Lease Negotiation & Acquisition

- Secure oil and gas leases and associated documents through face-to-face meetings, calls, and electronic communications

- Handle negotiations with skill and transparency to build lasting relationships with mineral owners

- Advise landowners on lease terms, royalty interests, and surface rights with confidence and clarity

Client & Stakeholder Communication

- Serve as a professional and knowledgeable liaison between clients, attorneys, and landowners

- Translate complex project requirements into digestible, actionable information for landowners

Title & Curative Review

- Conduct title research to verify ownership, assess curative issues, and determine leasing viability

- Identify gaps in documentation, request affidavits, or coordinate legal remedies to ensure clean title

Document Preparation & Compliance

- Draft and review lease agreements, amendments, and curative documents

- Maintain a high standard of documentation and compliance across all activities

Field Work & Relationship Building

- Travel to meet landowners, attend signings, visit courthouses, or conduct site inspections as needed

- Provide exceptional service and professionalism as a representative of both Halo and our clients

Qualifications:

Required Experience

:

- Minimum

2 years

of experience in oil & gas lease negotiation or mineral title research

- Demonstrated success managing lease deals from initiation through closing

- Familiarity with industry practices, landowner concerns, and lease contract structures

Preferred Education

:

- Bachelor’s degree in Energy Land Management, Business, Petroleum Studies, or related discipline

Certifications & Memberships

:

- Active membership in

AAPL

,

IRWA

, or

MLBC

is

required

- Additional credentials or coursework in energy law or land management a plus

Work Environment

:

- Remote/field-based work with flexible hours

- Must be able to travel within the region as needed to meet with landowners or access records

What You’ll Gain

- Premier Projects

– Work on high-visibility land programs for energy leaders

- Autonomy

– Manage your own schedule and priorities as a trusted contractor

- Support Infrastructure

– Access admin and research teams to help you focus on value-added work

- Professional Growth

– Expand your network, deepen your experience, and take on larger negotiations

- Mission & Impact

– Play a central role in energy development that’s transparent, legal, and ethical