Principal Advisor, Strategy & Finance Modernisation – Must be Mongolian Citizen
Oyu Tolgoi's workforce today is more than 97 per cent Mongolian, and a major strategic focus for the company is to develop a skilled workforce that is continuously learning. We aim to attract the best talent so that together we can deliver a safe, productive and globally competitive business that contributes to the prosperity of Mongolia.
The Opportunity
We are seeking a highly capable Principal Advisor, Strategy & Finance Modernisation to join the Finance & Commercial Department and play a pivotal role in shaping the future direction of both Oyu Tolgoi and its Finance function.
This role sits at the intersection of corporate strategy, economic analysis, shareholder engagement and business transformation. The successful candidate will help translate the company's strategic ambition into clear priorities, initiatives, performance measures and investment decisions while ensuring Finance modernisation efforts remain aligned to enterprise objectives.
Working closely with senior leaders, including the CEO, CFO and executive leadership team, the role will provide strategic insight, facilitate critical decision-making, strengthen relationships with shareholders and external stakeholders, and help guide major transformation initiatives that improve business performance and long-term value creation.
This is a unique opportunity for a strategic thinker who can combine analytical rigour, commercial acumen and stakeholder leadership to influence outcomes across one of Mongolia's largest and most complex businesses.
What the Role Entails
Corporate Strategy & Business Performance
- Support the development, refinement and execution of Oyu Tolgoi's strategic priorities and long-term business objectives.
- Translate strategic ambitions into practical themes, initiatives, performance measures and delivery plans.
- Facilitate strategic planning processes and executive discussions.
- Develop strategic insights and recommendations that support informed decision-making.
- Monitor emerging trends and opportunities that may influence company performance and competitiveness.
- Support alignment between corporate strategy, business plans and functional priorities.
Finance Modernisation & Transformation
- Act as the strategic link between Finance Transformation initiatives and broader business objectives.
- Provide guidance on the prioritisation and sequencing of finance modernisation initiatives.
- Ensure transformation efforts align with long-term organizational goals and value drivers.
- Support governance and executive oversight of major transformation programs.
- Help identify opportunities to improve efficiency, effectiveness and decision support capabilities across Finance.
Economic, Market & Policy Analysis
- Lead analysis of economic, policy, regulatory and industry developments that may impact Oyu Tolgoi.
- Monitor domestic and international economic trends affecting the mining sector and Mongolia's broader economic environment.
- Develop strategic assessments and outlooks to support executive decision-making.
- Provide insights regarding risks, opportunities and potential business implications.
- Build and embed sustainable economic analysis capability within the organization.
Executive & Shareholder Engagement
- Support the CEO, CFO and senior leadership team in addressing key strategic questions and priorities.
- Prepare high-quality strategic briefings, presentations and executive materials.
- Coordinate and facilitate effective information exchanges with shareholders and joint venture stakeholders.
- Develop structured communication and engagement protocols that strengthen trust and alignment.
- Build productive relationships across internal and external stakeholder groups.
Strategic Risk & Scenario Planning
- Support identification and assessment of strategic risks and opportunities.
- Lead development of strategic scenarios and alternative business outlooks.
- Facilitate discussions regarding business resilience, competitiveness and future growth.
- Provide analytical support to major strategic decisions and investment considerations.
- Contribute to enterprise-level strategic planning and governance processes.
Organisational Improvement & Modernisation
- Support initiatives aimed at simplifying business processes, improving corporate reporting and enhancing decision-making effectiveness.
- Identify opportunities to improve planning, performance management and business governance processes.
- Promote adoption of leading practices in strategy execution and organizational effectiveness.
- Work across functions to improve alignment, collaboration and delivery discipline.
What You Will Need for This Role
Essential
- Bachelor's degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Public Policy, Commerce, Strategy or a related discipline.
- Significant experience in corporate strategy, management consulting, economic analysis, business transformation or enterprise planning.
- Demonstrated experience supporting senior executive and board-level decision-making.
- Strong strategic thinking and problem-solving capabilities.
- Advanced analytical, research and business modelling skills.
- Experience developing strategic frameworks, business cases and executive recommendations.
- Exceptional written, presentation and communication skills.
- Proven ability to influence senior stakeholders and build trusted relationships.
- Strong English communication skills.
Highly Valued
- Postgraduate qualification such as MBA, Master's in Economics, Finance, Public Policy or Strategy.
- Experience in mining, resources, infrastructure or other large-scale capital-intensive industries.
- Experience working with shareholders, joint venture partners or government stakeholders.
- Background in management consulting, corporate strategy or economic advisory roles.
- Understanding of digital transformation, automation and organizational modernisation initiatives.
- Experience operating in Mongolia or within comparable emerging-market environments.
- Finance, commercial or investment analysis experience.
What we offer:
- A competitive salary package
- Access to top tier family-friendly health and medical programs
- Retirement/Savings Plan*
- My Share – Global Employee Share Plan
- A comprehensive leave policy that covers all moments that matter in life (vacation/annual, cultural leave, paid parental leave, short term sick leave, paid holidays
- Other benefits and favourable employment conditions
Job application closes on November 2, 2026
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About Rio Tinto
Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminium, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs – striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.
Respect and Inclusion
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable to be themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation or anything else that makes us different.
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Rio Tinto is a leading global mining and materials company. We operate in 35 countries where we produce iron ore, copper, aluminum, critical minerals, and other materials needed for the global energy transition and for people, communities, and nations to thrive.
We have been mining for 150 years and operate with knowledge built up across generations and continents. Our purpose is finding better ways to provide the materials the world needs—striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can’t do it on our own, so we’re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win and meet opportunities.
At Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQ+ community, mature workers, people with disabilities, and people from different cultural backgrounds.
We are committed to an inclusive environment where people feel comfortable being themselves. We want our people to feel that all voices are heard, all cultures respected and that a variety of perspectives are not only welcome – they are essential to our success. We treat each other fairly and with dignity regardless of race, gender, nationality, ethnic origin, religion, age, sexual orientation, or anything else that makes us who we are.
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- 2022 - PresentManager Projects - Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler - 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2022 – PresentManager Projects – Energy DevelopmentBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2021Superintendent Operations CentreBrisbane, Queensland, Australia
- 2020Development / Drill and Blast SuperintendentPilbara, Western Australia
- 2019Deputy Quarry ManagerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2018Development SupervisorPilbara, Western Australia
- 2017Senior Engineer of Drill, Blast and SurveyPilbara, Western Australia
- 2016Production EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2015Mine scheduler – 2 week plannerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2014Drill and Blast EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
- 2012Graduate Mining EngineerPilbara, Western Australia
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Help us deliver the materials that make human progress possible.
The plane you’re flying in just landed. You fire up your phone and get your laptop out of the overhead bin. Immediately, you’re in work mode – thousands of miles from your office. Do you ever stop to think about all the materials that make life in the 21st century possible? At Rio Tinto, we discover, develop and deliver the materials that drive human progress. When you work with us, you’ll experience advantages you won’t find anywhere else.
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Apply
The first thing you’ll need to do is apply to the role. You can do this with your LinkedIn profile or you can upload your resume. We’ll also ask you to complete a few questions before you submit your application.
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Undergo assessments
Our assessments are designed to help us work out whether you are suitable for the role. We will let you know which ones you’ll need to complete.
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Interview(s)
Our interviews could be in person or online. It’s a great opportunity for us to get to know you a bit better, answer any of your questions and talk about the exciting career opportunity you have applied for.
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Offers and checks
At this stage, we will let you know if you have been successful. If you have been, we’ll need to conduct a couple of checks, such as a background or security check. You may also need to do a medical assessment depending on the role you have applied for.
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Once the checks have been completed, we’ll be in touch to talk with you about your start date and answer any questions you may have before you start with us.