Senior Manager Remuneration Strategy

Senior Manager Remuneration Strategy & Solutions Strategic and operational leadership across 36 countries and 53,000 employees Opportunity to shape and evolve global remuneration strategy, governance, and delivery F-Band role based in one of our global operating locations About the role Finding better ways to get materials the world needs. We are seeking a Senior Manager - Remuneration Strategy & Solutions to lead the global remuneration function across our mining operations. This role is responsible for setting the strategic direction, governance, and operational delivery of remuneration programs that support our business objectives and reflect market realities. Reporting to the General Manager, Reward, you will oversee a team of direct reports and indirect reports across four integrated areas: We are an open, connected global team that includes some of the industry's best and brightest minds. We offer competitive, performance-focused remuneration and a wide range of benefits to reward your contribution. With a global reach, the opportunities to develop and grow your career are broad and exciting. Reporting to the head of rewards, some of your accountabilities will include: Specialist Delivery Line Shape and enhance how remuneration services are delivered globally, aligning with broader operating model ambitions to simplify processes, improve consistency, and elevate the employee and stakeholder experience. Drive continuous improvement, embed global standards, and foster cross-regional collaboration. Set and manage country-level salary structures and annual salary review investments. Business Consulting via Service Delivery Line Enable business ambitions and priorities through strategic consulting and partnership ensuring solutions are responsive, data-driven, and aligned with operational realities. Interface with broader people function senior managers for integrated planning and delivery. Support policy operationalisation and governance within businesses. Technology & Tools Enablement Partner with HR Technology teams to ensure tools are scalable, integrated, and aligned with global processes. Provide subject matter expertise in the design and implementation of digital solutions supporting remuneration operations. Champion continuous improvement and innovation in remuneration systems and data capabilities. About you Extensive experience in global remuneration strategy, governance, and operations. Proven leadership in managing geographically dispersed teams and complex program portfolios. Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills with the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Deep expertise in remuneration principles, market practices, and regulatory frameworks. Experience in managing annual cycles, benchmarking, and program rollouts at scale. Familiarity with HRIS platforms and performance management systems. A collaborative mindset and ability to balance global consistency with local relevance. Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills. 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 an annual incentive program Comprehensive medical benefits, including subsidised private health insurance for employees and immediate family Attractive share ownership plan Company provided insurance cover Extensive salary sacrifice & salary packaging options Career development & education assistance to further your technical or leadership ambitions Ongoing access to family-friendly health and medical wellbeing support Leave for all of life's reasons (vacation/annual, paid parental, sick leave) Exclusive employee discounts (banking, accommodation, cars, retail and more) Possible domestic relocation assistance Where you'll be working This role can be based in Brisbane or Perth. Application will close on Friday the 12th of December 2025 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 LGBTQIA+ 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr