Principal Joint Ventures

BHP Group; United States; On-site; USD 172,000 - 215,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional development

Competitive compensation

Dental & Vision care

Inclusive culture

Employee assistance program

Job summary

BHP is seeking a Principal Joint Ventures professional in Denver, Colorado, to protect and create value across our non-operated JV portfolio. You will partner with the Head of Joint Ventures to deliver strategic analysis, governance stewardship, and decision support for shareholder outcomes.

The role sits at the intersection of commercial performance, governance, risk, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement, requiring you to synthesize complex data and influence senior leaders and boards

Qualifications

• Extensive experience in mining/resources, JV governance, shareholder rights, and strategic decision-making.
• Ability to evaluate complex multicountry JV performance and opportunities.
• Proven track record influencing operators, partners, and stakeholders without direct authority.
• Excellent communication skills for executive governance materials.

Responsibilities

• Analyse JV performance, plans, risks, opportunities, and governance for shareholder insights.
• Support development and execution of strategic priorities across JVs.
• Review operator submissions, budgets, projects, and governance materials for risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate inputs across technical, commercial, financial, legal, and sustainability teams.
• Prepare briefing papers and board materials to support senior leaders and committees.
• Maintain oversight of shareholder obligations and governance actions.
• Build relationships with operators, partners, governance reps, and internal stakeholders.
• Lead JV workstreams and drive improvement initiatives.

Skills

Joint ventures governance

Strategic analysis

Shareholder stewardship

Governance materials

Stakeholder engagement

Commercial evaluation

Risk assessment

Influence without authority

Education

Degree in Business/Commerce/Finance/Engineering/Law

Job description

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About BHP

At BHP, we believe our purpose goes beyond mining: we work to improve lives and create a more sustainable future. We are a global resources company with operations in more than 90 locations worldwide. Our global strategy emphasizes managing a resilient portfolio of valuable assets in attractive commodities.
We excel in operations and asset acquisition, fostering innovative technologies to enhance safety, productivity, and sustainability while upholding our social commitments.

Why BHP?

At BHP, we are transforming the way mining is done. We embrace innovation, sustainability, and inclusion to build a smarter, safer, and more human future. At BHP, you’ll be part of a team that values safety, integrity, performance, and collaboration.

The Challenge Ahead

As Principal Joint Ventures, you will play a key role in protecting and creating value across BHP’s portfolio of non-operated joint ventures. Working closely with the Head of Joint Ventures, you will provide strategic analysis, governance stewardship, and decision support that enables informed shareholder outcomes.
This is an influential role that sits at the intersection of commercial performance, governance, strategy, risk, sustainability, and stakeholder engagement. You will evaluate complex business challenges, integrate insights from multiple disciplines, and help shape BHP’s approach to joint venture partnerships across a global portfolio.

Key Responsibilities

• Analyse joint venture performance, business plans, risks, opportunities, and governance matters, translating complex information into clear shareholder insights and recommendations.
• Support the development and execution of strategic priorities across assigned joint ventures, ensuring alignment with BHP’s objectives.
• Review operator submissions, including business plans, performance updates, major projects, investment proposals, and governance materials, identifying key risks and opportunities.
• Coordinate technical, commercial, financial, legal, sustainability, and risk inputs to develop integrated positions and recommendations.
• Prepare high-quality briefing papers, governance materials, and decision recommendations to support senior leaders and BHP-appointed Board and Committee representatives.
• Maintain oversight of shareholder obligations, governance actions, and commitments, escalating material issues or emerging risks when required.
• Build productive relationships with operators, partners, governance representatives, and internal stakeholders to support effective joint venture stewardship.
• Lead defined joint venture workstreams and improvement initiatives, influencing multidisciplinary teams and external advisers to deliver value.

What You'll Bring to the Role

You are an experienced professional with a strong track record in the resources or mining industry and a deep understanding of joint venture governance, shareholder stewardship, commercial evaluation, and strategic decision-making. You enjoy navigating complexity, bringing together diverse perspectives, and influencing outcomes through thoughtful analysis and sound judgment.

You will bring:

• A degree in Business, Commerce, Finance, Engineering, Law, or another relevant discipline.
• Extensive experience in mining, resources, joint ventures, commercial, governance, strategy, or related fields.
• Strong knowledge of joint venture governance frameworks, shareholder rights, obligations, and approval pathways.
• Experience evaluating operational and financial performance, investment opportunities, major projects, budgets, and business plans.
• Exceptional analytical capability and the ability to convert complex multidisciplinary information into clear recommendations for senior stakeholders.
• Demonstrated success influencing operators, partners, and functional experts without direct authority.
• Excellent communication skills, including preparing executive-level and governance materials.
• A strong commitment to health, safety, sustainability, and responsible resource development.

Experience in non-operated joint ventures, Board and Committee governance processes, investment decision support, negotiations, partner engagement, and postgraduate qualifications will be highly regarded. Spanish capability is also advantageous.

Salary Range

$172,000 - $215,000
The starting salary will be determined based on relevant experience, education, internal equity, and market considerations.

Work Location

This role is based in Denver, Colorado. BHP supports hybrid working arrangements, combining office-based work with flexibility to work form home. The role is full-time, 40 hours per week.
Travel to joint venture and BHP sites may be required to support stakeholder engagement and governance activities.

Why You'll Love Working Here

At BHP, we understand that to bring your best, you need to feel your best. That’s why our benefits are designed to support your health, your growth, and your personal balance.

• Professional Development: Continuous learning and real opportunities for growth.
• Compensation: Fair and competitive, reflecting your role, skills, and achievements.
• Exceptional benefits program including Dental and Vision Care.
• Inclusive Culture: We foster a workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and free to express their authentic identity.
• Employee Assistance Program for you and your family.

And so much more!

Why Not You?

With operations worldwide, BHP offers limitless opportunities. Whether it’s competitive benefits, international career pathways, or the chance to be part of a world-class team, at BHP you can shape a career that’s truly yours. If you're looking for a place where your work has purpose, your growth is supported, and your impact is real, this could be your next step.

About Our Process

At BHP, we are committed to employing individuals who align with the BHP Charter Values and meet the requirements of the role. As part of the recruitment process, there are several checks which may be conducted with your consent and subject to applicable law to demonstrate applicants’ suitability for a role including police / criminal background checks, medical, drug and alcohol testing, due diligence checks, right to work checks, and/or reference checks.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

At BHP, we are committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful workplace where everyone is treated fairly and can thrive. We are an equal opportunity employer and make employment decisions based on merit, qualifications, and business needs.
We value diversity in all its forms and believe our differences make us stronger. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, neurodiversity, national origin, ancestry, medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.
BHP is committed to ensuring a fair, accessible, and equitable recruitment process. Reasonable accommodations are available for qualified individuals with disabilities or sincerely held religious beliefs. If you require support or adjustments during the application or recruitment process, please let us know or contact us at [e-mail].