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Why explore\xe2\x80\x8bAn opportunity to work on shaping and delivering the key strategic priorities for one of the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest companies in new and exciting areasEngage and influence senior leaders and make a meaningful difference in people\xe2\x80\x99s lives today and into the futureTo invest in a diverse long-term careerBe recognized for your contribution, thinking, and hard work, and go home knowing you\xe2\x80\x99ve helped the world to progress.Based in Singapore, a global commercial hub for Rio TintoAbout the role\xe2\x80\x8bWe are looking for an experienced Manager - CTBP, an experienced Finance Professional to join our Commercial Treasury team in Singapore. The variety of experiences that Commercial Treasury offers makes it an intellectually stimulating and demanding area to work in. In an environment where both markets and the external economy can significantly affect Rio Tinto, you will develop a thorough understanding of the financial markets and will be able to deploy technical treasury skills to help realize business strategy.This role requires robust trade finance and financial assurance skill sets as well as strong relationship and leadership management skills when engaging with senior external financial counterparties as well as internally with commercial, business, and finance leadership. If you\'re a highly motivated, analytical, results-driven mature finance professional with great communication, intellectual curiosity, and a passion for fast moving commercially challenging work, this is the job for you.Reporting to the Director of Commercial Treasury Business Partners (CTBP), this position is a highly visible and impactful role. You will:Act as the key global treasury partner and advisor to Rio Tinto product groups, commercial functions, strategic business entities, and Finance Business Partners collaborating across organizational stakeholders in Finance, Treasury, Global Services, Legal, and Tax.Provide day-to-day advisory and banking/financial market expertise support to the businessWorking with commercial & finance teams to improve cash and working capital focus. Develop strategies and lead evaluation, structuring, and execution of trade finance solutions (e.g. factoring, supply chain finance) to optimize business cashflows and drive commercial value across the financial supply chain in support of business objectives.Responsible for developing and managing trade and supply chain finance banking relationships.Responsible for Trade & Supply Chain Financing including Factoring, Bank Guarantees: identifying needs, advising on sources of funding, delivery of bank services, and ensuring adequate bank facilities are in place to meet the needs of the business.Co-manage Global Trade Credit Insurance program with Commercial Credit Risk lead;Risk management: identifying, analyzing, and mitigating against financial risks, assisting in, or leading risk management activities.Support RT\xe2\x80\x99s digital transformation journey with customers, partners, and vendors by providing competitive banking, payments, financing, and Fintech solutions to support business growth while managing risks.Supporting the underlying business as a source of treasury management expertise: understanding how the business works.Drive and lead project management that requires cross-group collaboration, distilling complex concepts into clear components, and developing views and recommendations.As a treasury/finance expert support Treasury leadership in building a fit-for-purpose Treasury Vision and future state, with a keen eye for continuous improvement as well.About youTo be successfully considered for this role, you will have:Bachelor Degree in Finance, Accounting, Economics or equivalent.MBA, CPA/CA, CTP (Certified Treasury Professional), AMCT (Diploma in Treasury Management), CTFP (Certified Finance and Treasury Professional) or similar preferred.At least 10 years of progressive treasury/finance management experience in a large multinational with previous experience working with or on treasury-related issues.Displays strong leadership qualities, a team player with the ability to work independently in a fluid and sometimes ambiguous environment; capable of adjusting in both day-to-day and large-scale activities based on new information and developments.Sound understanding of trade working capital drivers, contract-to-cash and purchase-to-pay processes, and its impact on Rio Tinto\xe2\x80\x99s cash flow/liquidity.Solid understanding of trade finance solutions (e.g. factoring, supply chain financing, inventory financing, letters of credit discounting, etc.) and various financial assurance instruments.It will be beneficial if you have:Direct relevant experience in corporate treasury is required as the individual is expected to hit the ground running.Experience in running strategic business priorities that require collaborating and working across multiple functions, stakeholders, and senior management.This role requires a driven and mature individual with a strong ability to understand business requirements from a commercial perspective, display analytical rigor, and structured thought process that can be articulated to internal and external audiences.Has held leadership roles of significant scope.With some experience or foundational understanding of cross-border trade finance & working capital solutions, financial assurance is a plus.Proven ability to meet or manage deadlines while working on multiple projects.A keen eye for process improvement and leveraging technology / digital solutions as an enablement is a plus.What we offerA work environment where safety is always the number one priorityA permanent position working directly for Rio TintoA competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with an annual incentive programComprehensive medical benefits including health insurance for employees and immediate familyAttractive share ownership planCompany provided insurance coverCareer development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitionsLeave for all of life\xe2\x80\x99s reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)Where you will be workingRio Tinto Commercial puts the company\xe2\x80\x99s value over-volume approach into practice, with the goal of maximizing the value of our physical flows to improve both our business and that of our customers. Headquartered in Singapore, and integrated with Rio Tinto\xe2\x80\x99s assets, hubs, and offices globally, our Commercial group works hand-in-hand with our product groups to ensure both the amount and types of products we produce meet our customer\xe2\x80\x99s needs, and manage the trade-off between volumes, quality, cost, and capital expenditure.About usAs pioneers in mining and metals, we produce materials essential to human progress.Our long history is filled with firsts. We\xe2\x80\x99ve developed some of the world\xe2\x80\x99s largest and best-quality mines and operations, and our people work in around 35 countries across six continents. Aluminium and copper, diamonds, gold and industrial minerals, iron ore, coal, and uranium: our materials make up the world around us. You\xe2\x80\x99ll find them in smartphones, planes, cars, hospitals, and throughout your home.Creating an inclusive and diverse workforceWe are a diverse team of talented, enthusiastic individuals who foster a culture of inclusion. No matter how they may differ, our people share one thing in common. It\xe2\x80\x99s a belief that work is more rewarding when we are accepted and valued for our differences, not judged by them. We all have something to contribute, and it\xe2\x80\x99s this contribution that makes for a great organization and a fulfilling career.Application Deadline: 08 November 2024 (Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings prior to the stated closing date)Please note, in order to be successfully considered for this role you must complete all pre-screening questions.Rio Tinto does not accept unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles from recruiters or employment agencies. Rio Tinto will not consider or agree to payment of any referral compensation or recruiter fee relating to unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles. Rio Tinto reserves the right to hire those candidate(s) without any financial obligation to the recruiter or agency. Any unsolicited CVs or candidate profiles, including those submitted to hiring managers, are deemed to be the property of Rio Tinto.\xe2\x80\x9dAbout Rio TintoRio 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 \xe2\x80\x93 striving for innovation and continuous improvement to produce materials with low emissions and to the right environmental, social and governance standards. But we can\xe2\x80\x99t do it on our own, so we\xe2\x80\x99re focused on creating partnerships to solve problems, create win-win situations and meet opportunities.Every Voice MattersAt Rio Tinto, we particularly welcome and encourage applications from Indigenous Peoples, women, the LGBTQIA+ 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 \xe2\x80\x93 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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