Director Of Corporate Development H/F

The Kinross Corporate Head Office is located in downtown Toronto and supports Kinross’ operations and projects worldwide. Corporate functions include Finance, Procurement, Health & Safety, Human Resources, IT, Investor Relations, Exploration, Geology and Mine Planning, among others.
Founded in 1993, Kinross is a Canadian-based senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile and Canada. Our focus on delivering value is based on our four core values of Putting People First, Outstanding Corporate Citizenship, High Performance Culture, and Rigorous Financial Discipline.

Mining responsibly is a priority for Kinross, and we foster a culture that makes responsible mining and operational success inseparable. Our values-based approach ensures that sustainability and our environmental, social and governance commitments are a core part of our strategy and plans for future growth. In line with our values, we also aim to build meaningful partnerships with all of our stakeholders, including communities, shareholders, employees, governments and suppliers.
The Corporate Development team is responsible for identifying, assessing, and executing business‑enhancing transactions — including mergers, acquisitions, divestitures, joint ventures, and strategic investments involving mining assets and related infrastructure.
This role manages cross‑functional workflows, evaluates potential transactions, and provides recommendations that shape Kinross’ corporate strategy. The position may be hired at either the Senior Manager or Director level, depending on the candidate’s experience, scope of capabilities, and leadership background.
Use financial, technical, and general industry knowledge in the identification, assessment, and selection of potential corporate development opportunities;

Provide technical leadership and demonstrate advanced or expert level knowledge in fundamental corporate development skills including financial modeling, valuation methods, transaction processes and execution
influence others to achieve project goals, often without direct authority
Lead technical and financial due diligence processes for the evaluation of potential transactions; define project goals, manage resources, delegate tasks, and minimize risks
Prepare summary evaluation materials based on due diligence; Guide senior management on matters related to corporate development, including finance, tax, treasury, and government relations matters that have implications for corporate strategy;

Assist with the preparation of corporate strategy; participate in business and project planning by offering technical and cross-functional expertise
Ensure that all projects are integrated with other business activities and that regional and functional interests are represented; ensure that redundancies across projects are minimized
~ Assist the CEO and Investor Relations with marketing presentations and technical / financial forecast to guide analysts and investors
Assist the CFO and Finance, Tax, and Treasury teams with cash flow projections, liquidity analysis, and other ad hoc requests
Liaise with investment bankers, analysts, and market specialists to keep abreast of developments in the mining industry and potential opportunities; Identify the need for and develop department standards, procedures, and policies and ensure compliance with industry and professional regulations
Ensure corporate development procedures are in compliance with SOX
Review best practices and the competitive landscape and recommend continuous improvement efforts in corporate development
Act as a change agent for areas related to corporate development, including assessing readiness to engage in change efforts; MBA, CFA, MSc, MEng, or Accounting designation is considered an asset.

Relevant experience in corporate development, investment banking, strategy, or related experience.
High proficiency in financial modeling and analysis.
Experience preparing senior‑executive or board‑level presentations.
Strong understanding of transaction processes and project management.
Mining industry experience is an asset.
Senior Manager
~ Strong technical contributor with emerging strategic leadership capability.

Typically ~7 years of experience across corporate development, investment banking, strategy, or major capital project environments.

• Demonstrated ability to lead high‑stakes negotiations and influence senior executives.
• In-depth understanding of transaction processes and project management

Experience supervising or mentoring technical employees
Experience leading projects of varying scope and complexity
We use AI-enabled tools to help sort and review applications based on job-related criteria. Senior Manager, Corporate Development is $160,000 to $190,000 CAD + Short Term Incentive Bonus + Long Term Incentive Bonus + Group Benefit coverage

Director, Corporate Development is $200,000 + CAD + Short Term Incentive Bonus + Long Term Incentive Bonus + Group Benefit coverage

The actual offer will be determined through a comprehensive evaluation of each candidate’s experience, capabilities, and potential impact, along with consideration of internal equity, team structure, and benchmark market data for similar positions.
In addition to base salary, Kinross offers a comprehensive total rewards package designed to support employee well-being, performance, and long-term development.
Kinross is a Canadian-based global senior gold mining company with operations and projects in the United States, Brazil, Mauritania, Chile, and Canada.