Principal Advisor, Legal

Workplace Type:  Hybrid

Posting End Date: 11.23.2026

Newmont produces metals the world needs - safely, responsibly and with care for people, communities and the environment. With a 100+ year history, we continue to shape the future of mining through innovation and strong operational performance. By joining our inclusive, world-class team, you can help shape the future of mining and make a meaningful difference.

Our global headquarters in Denver, Colorado is a hub of innovation and collaboration. Here, multi-disciplinary teams chart strategy and provide technical, financial and operational leadership to support Newmont’s mines worldwide. Denver Hub’s professionals work closely with colleagues across all our regions, tackling projects that influence the entire business. The atmosphere is professional yet people-centered – we celebrate innovation and constantly seek better ways of working. Employees enjoy a modern workspace and the perks of a city famous for its outdoor lifestyle and vibrant economy.

##### Your Contribution

As a trusted partner to the Chief Legal Officer, you will help translate strategic priorities into coordinated action across Legal, Risk, Insurance, Internal Audit, and Assurance. You will drive alignment, provide enterprise-level visibility into risks and opportunities, and enable informed decision-making while ensuring the successful execution of key business priorities.

##### As Part of Our Team, You Will

- Partner with the Chief Legal Officer to align strategic and operational priorities across Legal, Risk, Insurance, Internal Audit, and Assurance.
- Establish and manage the function’s governance and operating rhythm, including priorities, accountability, milestones, and escalation processes.
- Lead strategic, operational, and transformation initiatives that support enterprise goals and organizational effectiveness.
- Develop executive briefings, Board materials, recommendations, and decision-ready insights for senior leadership.
- Facilitate alignment among senior leaders by influencing outcomes, resolving issues, anticipating risks, and driving action.
- Coordinate priorities across the global legal function, working with Group Heads and Regional General Counsel leaders.
- Consolidate and analyze reporting on legal matters, litigation, regulatory developments, transactions, resources, and emerging risks.
- Lead legal operations planning, including budgeting, forecasting, financial monitoring, and resource management.
- Support mergers, acquisitions, and other strategic transactions through legal due diligence and cross-functional coordination.
- Integrate change management, stakeholder readiness, and adoption activities into major initiatives.
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement by seeking feedback, sharing ideas, and proactively raising risks or issues.
- Champion a safe and inclusive work environment and stop unsafe work when identified.

##### Prerequisites for Your Success in This Role

Experience & Knowledge

- Strong understanding of corporate legal and governance frameworks.
- Experience supporting Board and executive governance processes.
- Knowledge of enterprise risk management, assurance, and compliance frameworks.
- Experience leading strategic planning, organizational transformation, and change initiatives.
- Understanding of complex operational, commercial, and regulatory environments.
- Experience supporting mergers and acquisitions, legal due diligence, and strategic transactions.
- Knowledge of legal operations, including budgeting, forecasting, resource planning, and performance reporting.

Skills & Capabilities

- Strategic advisory and executive decision-support expertise.
- Exceptional stakeholder management and ability to influence without formal authority.
- Strong program and project management capabilities.
- Ability to synthesize complex legal, risk, operational, and financial information into clear recommendations.
- Excellent executive communication, briefing development, and narrative-building skills.
- Sound judgment, discretion, and ability to manage sensitive information.
- Proven ability to identify risks, resolve issues, and navigate complex organizational environments.
- Strong change management and organizational adoption capabilities.
- Advanced analytical, reporting, and problem-solving skills.

##### Your Work Environment

You will operate in a highly visible enterprise role, partnering closely with executive leaders across Legal, Risk, Insurance, Internal Audit, Assurance, and corporate functions. This role offers broad exposure to strategic initiatives, governance activities, organizational transformation, risk management, and Board-level engagement within a complex global business environment. You will work across regions, functions, and leadership teams to drive alignment, informed decision-making, and successful execution of key priorities.

Work Environment, Pay & Benefits:

This position is based in our Denver, CO corporate headquarters, with flexibility for hybrid work. The base salary range is 168,800 to $241,200 (reflecting  market rates and your qualifications). The final base pay offer will be based on individual factors such as your experience, and skills – we do not ask for or use your prior pay in setting your compensation. You will also be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus based on company and personal performance. Newmont provides a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental, vision insurance, health savings/reimbursement accounts, 401(k), pension, paid time off, and family leave.

Applying

When you apply, feel free to leave out age-related details like your birth date, graduation years or dates of attendance at educational institutions – it will not affect your application in any way.

Newmont and its affiliates are equal employment opportunity employers.  All qualified applicants for employment will be considered without regard to individual’s race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, religion, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws. If you would like to request an accommodation in the application process due to a disability, please let your recruiter know. Newmont offers reasonable accommodations to candidates with disabilities.

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.

At Newmont, our people are our strength and we’re committed to a safe, inclusive and supportive workplace. If you’re passionate about doing work that matters, join Newmont and help shape the future of mining. Learn more about our purpose and values: About Newmont Hear from our people: Life at Newmont