Executive Director - Turnaround (Mining Sector)

Responsibilities

• Lead and deliver high-profile mining engagements, including turnaround, operational improvement and restructuring
• Provide strategic, commercially grounded advice to senior stakeholders navigating underperformance or change
• Translate deep mining sector insight into practical, implementable solutions
• Build trusted relationships with CEOs, CFOs, boards, lenders and investors
• Originate and grow new business opportunities, leveraging your network and KordaMentha's market position
• Mentor and develop senior team members, contributing to a high-performing advisory practice
• Significant mining industry experience, ideally with exposure to operational and commercial drivers
• Experience in consulting, advisory or performance improvement
• Strong commercial judgement and strategic problem-solving capability in complex environments
• Proven ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders and boards
• A track record of building relationships, originating work and growing capability
• Executive presence, resilience and a pragmatic, solutions-focused mindset
• Proven people leadership capability, including mentoring senior talent, building high-performing teams and developing future leaders
• Join KordaMentha - Where Your Growth Is Our Priority
• We don't just hire talent; we invest in it - with support that accelerates your success in every way
• Why Join Us?
• Professional Development: Expert mentorship, tailored training via KordaMentha Business School, study support, and our Accelerate program for Analysts to Associate Directors - build your brand, expand your network, and gain strategic insights from senior leaders
• Flexibility: We champion work/life integration with options that fit your lifestyle.
• Career Growth: Merit-based promotions, secondments, and opportunities to work alongside senior leaders on impactful projects.
• Leave That Works for You: Buy extra leave and access volunteer, generous parental leave and career break options.
• Culture & Connection: Social events, cultural celebrations, and our bi-ennial black-tie ball.
• Family Support: Flexible parental leave, return-to-work support through our partner GracePapers, and resources for every stage of family life.
• Health & Wellbeing: Inclusive wellness initiatives and confidential and industry leading EAP for you and your family.
• This isn't just a job - it's a place where your ambitions are nurtured, your wellbeing is valued, and your contributions celebrated. Ready to shape your future with us?
• How to Apply:
• Please submit your resume via our online portal.
• Recruitment and Search Firms:
• While your interest is appreciated, KordaMentha does not take responsibility or accept charges for unsolicited approaches.

Benefits

Additional Information

Build, shape and lead a market-leading mining advisory capability KordaMentha is growing, and we are seeking an experienced Executive Director - Turnaround (Mining Sector) to play a pivotal role in shaping and expanding our mining advisory offering across Western Australia and nationally. This is a unique opportunity to combine deep mining industry expertise with advisory and restructuring capability, leveraging KordaMentha's established market reputation to build a differentiated, high-impact business in the mining sector. You will act as a trusted adviser to boards, lenders and executive teams navigating complex, high-stakes situations across mining assets and businesses. With the strength of KordaMentha's leading restructuring practice behind you, this role offers the platform, credibility and support to: Build and grow a mining advisory business aligned to market demand Lead complex turnaround, cost-out and special situations engagements Strengthen our presence across WA's mining sector and beyond Shape client solutions at the intersection of operational, financial and strategic challenge

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