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Newmont

Global gold and copper mining operator

Head of External Relations

PR & CommunicationsConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeNo salary listed

About the Job

Requirements

  • A graduate degree in Public Relations, Political Science, International Relations, Public Policy, or a related field.
  • Senior-level experience in external relations, government affairs, or public affairs, ideally within mining or resource-intensive industries.
  • A deep understanding of global regulatory, geopolitical, and policy environments.
  • Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including executive-level briefing, persuasive writing, and stakeholder messaging.
  • The ability to influence without authority, navigate complex socio-political environments, and manage sensitive issues.
  • Strong commercial acumen and the ability to connect external dynamics to business and enterprise outcomes.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Newmont’s enterprise-wide external relations strategy, aligned to global business and sustainability priorities.
  • Build and maintain high-impact relationships with governments, non-governmental organizations, multilateral agencies, and thought leaders.
  • Anticipate geopolitical and legislative trends and translate insights into clear executive guidance.
  • Lead enterprise responses to high-risk external or reputational issues, including executive briefings and external positioning.
  • Shape and deliver clear, compelling written and verbal communications for senior leaders and priority external stakeholders.
  • Integrate external risk and stakeholder insights into country strategies, portfolio planning, and mergers and acquisitions decisions.
  • Develop targeted engagement strategies across human rights, sustainability, and broader environmental, social, and governance priorities.
  • Work collaboratively with executive leaders, business units, and functional teams in globally connected, complex, and fast-moving environments requiring sound judgment, discretion, and clear communication under pressure.

About the Company

Newmont

Global gold and copper mining operator

Newmont is a global mining company that extracts and processes gold and copper, with silver and other metals also produced. It discovers, develops, and operates mines, then processes and sells the metals, while integrating environmental and social planning to gain approvals and maintain social acceptance. It differentiates itself through its large global scale, diversified metal portfolio including the Newcrest acquisition, and a strong focus on sustainable practices and stakeholder engagement. Its goal is to grow its metal assets responsibly while ensuring safety, environmental stewardship, and a social license to operate across its worldwide operations.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Denver, CO
Founded
1916

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