Senior Originator Carbon

4 weeks ago


Singapore Rio Tinto Full time

Senior Originator – Carbon

Why Explore Fantastic pioneering role to develop and execute our carbon offsetting strategy Significant role in contributing towards our 2025 and 2030 emission strategy Focus on nature based solutions Real meaningful and impactful work in a mining giant Access to decision makers in Singapore, and work with counterparts across the globe

About us
As part of the ongoing commercial strategy, Rio Tinto Commercial has established a Trading division. The role of Integrated Trading is to enhance our commercial abilities in an agile structure that will capture additional value through effective management of market risks, and from optionality in our physical assets and contract portfolio. Trading is expanding in carbon markets as they become increasingly critical venues for RTC to address our carbon footprint and enable the development of commercial strategies and activities related to carbon.

About the role
We are now recruiting for a Senior Originator, Carbon to become a core member of the Carbon trading team reporting to the Manager, Carbon, Integrated Trading. This is a small, centralized execution-focused team focused on high-quality offset solutions. In addition to Rio developing our own portfolio of high-quality projects that interact with our landholdings, the intention is to invest in high-quality offsets in the broader regions that we operate. This role will be at the forefront of originating and closing deals in the voluntary carbon markets. It is a fantastic opportunity for a professional who enjoys hands on responsibility from day one and relishes the idea of joining a small team to be part of the growth journey

The Senior Originator, Carbon will be responsible for: Co-developing and executing Rio Tinto's external offset sourcing strategy. Sourcing and screening high-quality offsets to build a technologically and geographically diverse portfolio. Developing, updating and applying RT's offset quality standard. Executing spot to long term transactions and taking those deals through the entire lifecycle from inception to close and ensuring relevant internal stakeholders are involved. Working closely with the RT Nature Solutions team to assess investments in projects and ensure a balance in our portfolio between internally generated and externally sourced offsets. Ensuring sourcing strategy is 'future-fit' and evolving with shifting market dynamics (i.e. reduction vs removals, geography, labels, offset type etc.) Build networks with high-quality/integrity project developers, brokers, intermediaries, exchanges and other key market participants. Understanding pricing dynamics and value of different types of offsets across (but not limited to) technologies, geographies and vintages. Ensuring Rio Tinto sources the highest-quality offsets at commercially appropriate prices. Keeping abreast of accounting, accreditation and carbon methodology changes, updating RT's internal offset quality standard accordingly. Knowledge of risk management approaches in the area of carbon offsets and able to assist Risk implementation of appropriate controls. Co-developing Rio Tinto's retirement strategy, working closely with the commercial and climate strategy teams
What you will need for the roleTo succeed in this role, you will have: Post-graduate degree in relevant sustainability field, e.g. climate finance, environmental economics, market transformation. Deep offset work-experience, either as a trader, originator, project developer or intermediary with a significant offset portfolio. Demonstrated experience of closing carbon offset deals Keyed into voluntary carbon market and expectations from private sector. Experience within industry associations dealing with global sustainability issues. Multiple languages a plus.

What we offer A work environment where safety is always the number one priority A permanent position working directly for Rio Tinto A competitive base salary reflective of your skills and experience with annual incentive program Comprehensive medical benefits including health insurance for employees and immediate family Attractive share ownership plan Company provided insurance cover Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave)

Where you will be working
Rio Tinto Commercial puts the company's 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's 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's needs, and manage the trade-off between volumes, quality, cost and capital expenditure.

Creating an inclusive and diverse workforce
We 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's 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's this contribution that makes for a great organization and fulfilling career.

Application Deadline: 18th August 2022

Please note, in order to be considered for a role you must complete all pre-screening questions.
"Rio Tinto reserves the right to remove job postings prior to the stated closing date, therefore, if you are interested in applying for this vacancy please submit your application as soon as possible."

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