Director Exploration

Workplace Type: Hybrid

Posting End Date: January 16, 2026

Newmont is the world’s leading gold company and a producer of copper, silver, zinc and lead. The Company’s world-class portfolio of assets, prospects and talent is anchored in favorable mining jurisdictions in Africa, Australia, Latin America & Caribbean, North America, and Papua New Guinea. Newmont is the only gold producer listed in the S&P 500 Index and is widely recognized for its principled environmental, social and governance practices. The Company is an industry leader in value creation, supported by robust safety standards, superior execution and technical proficiency. Newmont was founded in 1921 and has been publicly traded since 1925.

At Newmont, people create the value in the metals we mine and are ambassadors in the communities where they live and work. As a team, we foster an environment in support of our people vision, where everyone belongs, thrives and is valued. We have built a diverse and inclusive workplace where our people can bring their differences to support delivering results together.

Newmont’s Corporate Headquarters are located in Denver, Colorado with roles in Engineering, IT, Finance, Accounting, Human Resources and much more.

Join us and unearth your potential in a global company that is at the forefront of shaping the future of the mining industry.

Your Impact

As Director, Global Exploration Opportunities, you will shape Newmont’s future growth by identifying, evaluating, and prioritizing high-value exploration opportunities worldwide. Your leadership will help build a balanced, resilient global portfolio while ensuring disciplined, value-accretive decision making aligned with Newmont’s long-term strategy.

As Part of Our Team, You Will

- Identify and evaluate new global exploration opportunities aligned with corporate strategy.

- Optimize frameworks, KPIs, and performance targets for the opportunity pipeline, enabling clear portfolio prioritization and disciplined execution

- Lead Develop and maintain the portfolio management system for Global Exploration Opportunities, including frameworks, valuation models, KPIs, and executive summaries to facilitate prioritization., and executive reporting.

- Monitor industry trends and competitor activity, providing executive level reporting to inform strategic decisions.

- Conduct desktop and field reviews of target areas and early-stage projects in collaboration with Greenfields, Geoscience, and Corporate Development teams.

- Maintain global database of exploration opportunities, valuation models, and executive summaries of exploration targets.

- Provide technical guidance on joint venture and early-stage assets to Projects and Studies teams.

- Partner with Legal, Finance, Sustainability, and External Relations to assess understand jurisdictional, ESG, and commercial risks.

- Lead and develop a high-performing global team, fostering inclusion, collaboration, and technical excellence.

- Manage budgets, forecasts, and reporting for the Global Exploration Opportunities portfolio.

Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

- Advanced degree in Geoscience, Geology, Mineral Economics, or related discipline; MBA or PhD preferred.

- Recognized as a Qualified Person under international reporting standards.

- Extensive experience in global mineral exploration, asset evaluation, and portfolio management.

- Strong understanding of gold and base metal related mineral systems and the full resource development lifecycle.

- Proven ability to assess geological, technical, commercial, and jurisdictional risk.

- Demonstrated success leading teams and influencing senior stakeholders across functions and regions.

- Strong written and verbal communication skills for both technical and executive audiences.

Your Work Environment

- This is an enterprise-led, global role operating across diverse jurisdictions and cultures.

- You will work closely with Exploration & Geosciences, Corporate Development, Projects, Finance, Sustainability, and external partners.

- Regular domestic and international travel is required to support field reviews, partnerships, and strategic engagements.

Why Join Newmont

- Lead work that shapes the future growth of the world’s leading gold mining company.

- Influence high-impact exploration and growth decisions at an enterprise level.

- Work with a global team of top technical experts across geology, Exploration and Geosciences, and strategic planning.

- Be part of a company committed to safety, integrity, sustainability, inclusion, and responsible value creation.

- Lead meaningful exploration initiatives that support long-term growth for Newmont and its stakeholders.

We understand no candidate will meet every single desired qualification. If your experience looks a little different from what we’ve identified and you think you can bring value to the role, we’d love to learn more about you!

The salary range offered for this role is USD $175,950-246,330. The salary range is tied to the Colorado market for jobs performed in Colorado. The salary offer to the successful candidate will be based on job-related education, training, and/or experience. The salary offer will not be based on a candidate’s salary history at other jobs, and by law, Newmont will not seek information about salary history, and candidates should not share such information with Newmont.

This role will be eligible for participation in a discretionary annual bonus program, pursuant to which an employee may be awarded a percentage of their salary based on the company’s performance and their own individual performance. This role also will be eligible for participation in a discretionary long-term incentive program, pursuant to which an employee may receive awards based on their level and individual performance.

Newmont offers a competitive and inclusive benefits package to support physical, mental, financial and emotional wellbeing. This role will be eligible for the following benefits: Medical, prescription drug, dental, and vision insurance; flexible spending accounts; health savings accounts; life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance; short and long-term disability; defined benefit pension; 401(k) program with company match; financial planning; employee assistance program (EAP); wellbeing reimbursement program; adoption assistance; tuition reimbursement; paid holidays and paid time off; paid family leave; matching gifts; and discounts on home, auto and pet insurance. All bonuses and benefits are subject to the applicable eligibility and program/plan terms and may be modified or terminated at Newmont’s sole discretion.

When submitting your resume or CV or any other application materials (including school transcripts, proof of graduation, etc.) to Newmont, it's important to focus on your relevant skills, experience, and qualifications to show how well you fit the role. Pursuant to Colorado law, you may choose to remove or redact any age-identifying information (for example, age, date of birth, dates of school attendance, dates of school graduation, etc.). You will not be penalized for redacting or removing this information. Newmont is an equal employment opportunity employer, and does not make hiring decisions based on age or any other protected characteristics (e.g., gender, sexual orientation, disability, race, national origin, religion).

Please note that if you are offered a position, the company may need to verify your date of birth for preemployment screening purposes including background check and prohibited party screening. But age-related information is not required for the application process.