Mineral Strategy Analyst - Aramco Transition Minerals - (Based in Saudi Arabia - expat relocation required)

This position requires full relocation to Saudi Arabia. It is a permanent, expat position.Overview

We are seeking an experienced Transition Minerals Strategy Analyst to join Aramco Transition Minerals organization to lead our efforts in securing, managing, and optimizing the sustainable use of transition minerals critical to the global energy transition. These minerals, such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and rare earth elements, are essential for renewable energy technologies, and other clean energy solutions. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in strategic planning, supply chain management, ESG (Environmental, Social, and Governance) principles, and policy advocacy. This role will also involve collaboration across industries, governments, and communities to address challenges and opportunities in the evolving transition minerals landscape.

About Aramco Transition Minerals (ATM)

Aramco Transition Minerals (ATM) is a new strategic initiative within Saudi Aramco’s Upstream division, created to advance the exploration, extraction, and processing of key energy transition minerals—including lithium—to support the global shift toward sustainable energy solutions and contribute to the Kingdom’s economic diversification goals.

Anchored in the ambitions of Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, ATM is positioned to help establish the Kingdom as a leading global hub for critical minerals. The organization focuses on high‑value resources such as lithium, silicon, copper, nickel, graphite, and rare earth elements—materials essential to technologies like electric vehicles, renewable energy storage systems, and solar power generation.

As a newly formed and rapidly growing entity, ATM represents a significant opportunity to shape an emerging sector, drive technological innovation, and support the development of a resilient, future‑focused minerals supply chain.

Key Responsibilities

As a successful candidate you will be required to perform the following:

• Lead the development of a comprehensive, long-term strategy for sourcing and utilizing transition minerals. This strategy should align with our organizational goals in sustainability, innovation, and growth.
• Monitor and interpret global trends, including technological advancements, regulatory changes, and market dynamics, to identify opportunities and risks for the organization.
• Establish a roadmap for securing critical mineral resources while prioritizing long-term sustainability and resilience.
• Provide insights and recommendations on mineral financing strategies, investment opportunities, and risk management.
• Collaborate with procurement and legal teams to establish long-term agreements with suppliers who meet sustainability criteria.
• Act as a liaison between the company and key external stakeholders, including government agencies, potential investors and industry groups
• Represent the company at international conferences, working groups, and forums focused on transition minerals, ensuring our leadership and reputation in the industry.
• Develop and review financial models, feasibility studies, and cost-benefit analyses for mining and mineral projects.
• Lead or support the evaluation, negotiation, and execution of projects, ensuring alignment with company goals and industry best practices
• Develop mitigation strategies to address risks such as resource scarcity, geopolitical tensions, and supply disruptions.
• Stay ahead of emerging technologies and trends that could redefine the transition minerals landscape.
• Track and report on global mineral production, consumption patterns, and pricing trends to inform decision-making.
• Continuously monitor and analyze industry data, reports, and market trends to provide actionable insights to the leadership team.
• Develop comprehensive reports and presentations for executive leadership, detailing progress, risks, and recommendations.

Minimum Requirements

As a successful candidate you hold a:

• A bachelor’s degree or higher in Finance, Economics, Mining Geology, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in energy transition minerals (lithium, cobalt, nickel, or rare earth elements) development with a focus in strategy.
• The ability to work effectively in multi-disciplinary teams, to communicate effectively and clearly with specialists in other cross-functional teams, and has excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Expertise in critical minerals such as lithium, cobalt, nickel, and rare earth elements, including their applications, extraction methods, and market dynamics
• Strong understanding of mineralogy and metallurgical principles for transition minerals.
• Knowledge of circular economy principles and recycling of transition minerals.
• The ability to develop the business case strategically.
• The ability to relocate to Saudi Arabia on a full-time basis.

Aramco energizes the world economy.

Aramco occupies a special position in the global energy industry. We are one of the world’s largest producers of hydrocarbon energy and chemicals, with among the lowest Upstream carbon intensities of any major producer.

With our significant investment in technology and infrastructure, we strive to maximize the value of the energy we produce for the world along with a commitment to enhance Aramco’s value to society.

Headquartered in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, and with offices around the world, we combine market discipline with a generations’ spanning view of the future, born of our nine decades experience as responsible stewards of the Kingdom’s vast hydrocarbon resources. This responsibility has driven us to deliver significant societal and economic benefits to not just the Kingdom, but also to a vast number of communities, economies, and countries that rely on the vital and reliable energy that we supply.

We are one of the most profitable companies in the world, as well as amongst the top five global companies by market capitalization.