Surface Acquisitions & Divestitures (A&D) Analyst

COMPANY SUMMARY

LandSolutions is actively engaged in all areas of land access, including Power (Generation and Transmission), Public Infrastructure, Renewable Energy, Oil and Gas (Upstream and Midstream), and Telecommunications. We are supported by more than 170 professionals and are well-established throughout Canada and the United States.

JOB OVERVIEW

Division: Land & Property Advisory Solutions  

Work Arrangement: Full-time contract at Client’s office

Location: Calgary, AB  

Contract Length: Various 

Posting Close Date: November 30, 2026

Our Land & Property Advisory Solutions team is seeking talented subject matter experts to provide solutions-based support to our clients and their projects. We are currently looking for Surface A&D Analysts to work directly with our clients in their Calgary offices. These roles will focus on surface land due diligence in support of acquisition transactions, including the review and validation of surface land records, agreements, interests, obligations and associated documentation. The ideal candidate will have strong Surface A&D experience, a thorough understanding of surface land agreements and records, and the ability to identify discrepancies, risks and outstanding requirements that may impact a transaction.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conduct detailed surface land due diligence in support of acquisition and divestiture transactions.


• Review and validate surface land agreements, records, ownership information, interests, obligations and supporting documentation.


• Analyze surface leases, rights-of-way, easements, access agreements, road use agreements and other surface-related agreements within the transaction portfolio.


• Identify discrepancies, deficiencies, encumbrances, outstanding obligations and other potential risks that may impact the transaction.


• Review applicable rental and payment obligations, agreement terms, expiry dates, renewals, assignments, consents and notice requirements.


• Confirm surface rights and contractual interests align with transaction schedules, land systems and available source documentation.


• Identify agreements requiring assignment, consent, notification or other action as part of the acquisition or divestiture.


• Track and document due diligence findings, exceptions and outstanding items, escalating material issues for resolution.


• Assist with the preparation and validation of surface land schedules and other transaction deliverables.


• Support pre-close and post-close activities, including the transfer, verification and reconciliation of surface land records.


• Maintain a high level of data accuracy, completeness and documentation integrity throughout the due diligence process.


• Ensure work is completed in accordance with client processes, contractual requirements and applicable regulatory requirements.


• Manage multiple priorities and transaction deadlines while maintaining strong attention to detail and quality.

QUALIFICATIONS

• 5+ years of experience in land, A&D, or joint venture analysis within oil & gas.


• Post-secondary education in Surface Land Administration, Business, Finance, Paralegal Studies, or a related field. 


• Familiarity with regulatory frameworks, land tenure systems, and industry standards.


• Proficiency in Microsoft Office 365 and land systems such as CS Explorer, DDS, ETS SPIN2, AccuMap, GeoScout, or similar platforms.


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.


• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment.