Principal Commercial Analyst

About UsFortescue is both a proud West Australian company and a global green solutions business. We are recognised for our culture, innovation and industry-leading development of infrastructure, mining assets and green energy initiatives.Our OpportunityWork Location (Optional): Europe, Middle East, North America or South East AsiaRoster: Monday to FridayFortescue Energy is seeking applications for an experienced Principal Commercial Analysts with expertise in financial modelling, financial & economic evaluation, investment appraisal and valuation to work within the centre Economics & Analysis team.The centre Economics & Analysis team works closely with the teams in Australia/New Zealand, Asia, Middle East, Europe, Africa, North America & Latin America to support investment decisions across a broad portfolio of green energy projects and product lines.This position can be hired and employed internationally.Portfolio Of Green Energy Projects And Product Lines IncludeAt-scale production of green hydrogen, green ammonia Developing renewable power generation Developing new products such as sustainable fuels for transportation (aviation, shipping), green fertilizer, green iron; and Manufacturing of green hydrogen electrolysers and battery products primarily targeting the mobility sector.The role will function as a subject matter expert in leading financial & economic assessments to support Fortescue Energy’s strategy in developing and executing large-scale projects.You will develop strong relationships internally and with external stakeholders; and work closely with regional Commercial teams and with teams across Fortescue functions such as Funding, Tax, Marketing, Deal Delivery and Project Delivery.Key ResponsibilitiesLead financial & economic analysis for complex projects, providing strategic insights to drive decision-making.Lead the development of financial models to evaluate project viability and financial & economic impact and be a subject matter expert for both internal and external stakeholders.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather and analyse data, ensuring well framed, accurate and comprehensive financial & economic assessments.Lead the preparation of business cases, presentations, and briefing papers summarizing financial & economic findings and recommendations to key stakeholders.Engage with external partners, offtakes, government entities and, financiers to discuss and present economic findings and projections.Provide guidance to junior analysts, fostering a collaborative and high-performing analytical team.Lead value assurance activities and ensure compliance with relevant economic and financial regulations throughout project lifecycles and MA&D.Drive continuous improvement in economic analysis methodologies and contribute to the enhancement of best practices within the organization.Stay abreast of economic trends, regulatory changes, and industry developments to inform project analyses.Qualifications And ExperienceTertiary qualification in accounting, finance, mathematics, engineering, or professional qualifications such as CFA, CIMA, ACA (or equivalent).Experience in energy, utilities, or infrastructure. At least 10+ years’ experience in financial modelling. Must have built financial models from the ground up based on ‘best practice’ principles. Extensive experience in commercial, financial, and economic analysis. Experience in commercial ventures, transactions, due diligence, and M&A. Experience in undertaking evaluation for Final Investment Decisions (FID) of projects. Experience in assessing global opportunities in both developed & developing economies. Experience in project finance and tax structuring will be an added advantage. Excellent attention to detail. Strong leadership and communication skills. Ability to be agile and resilient when managing diverse workloads with multiple priorities and delivering work to a high quality and on time. Candidates must bring a flexible mindset, challenge traditional thinking, and be prepared to work outside of their comfort zone.Our CommitmentFortescue is deeply committed to providing a safe culture that builds respect, fosters inclusiveness, and values diversity. We celebrate individual strengths and team members from all backgrounds are encouraged to bring their whole selves to work. Our global workforce drives and promotes an inclusive culture, both within our organisation and throughout the communities we interact with across the world. Diverse backgrounds include First Nations Peoples, people with differing abilities, LGBTIQ+ community, gender, neurodiverse, cultural diversity, all age groups, and those with an intersectional or multiple diverse characteristics. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.https://fortescue.com/careersInternal Candidates / Current Contractors please apply via Success Factors Careers Portal. For further information on how to apply please visit the Fortescue Hub.Fortescue reserves the right to close applications early should a suitable pool of candidates be identified. Fortescue will never contact you to ask for payment of any kind, whether directly or through a third party.