Offer summary

Qualifications:

Academic background in International Relations, Business, Economics, or Public Policy., Experience in business development, strategic consulting, or international programs, preferably in natural resources or climate sectors., Knowledge of the mineral exploration landscape, geoscientific data, or public-private partnerships., Strong communication skills and ability to engage with senior decision-makers..

Key responsibilities:

Support the design and implementation of GeoNational projects.

Build and maintain stakeholder networks across government, industry, and academia.

Drive market entry strategies, including proposal development and partner mapping.

Represent Viridien at industry and governmental events, engaging with stakeholders.

Job description

Viridien (www.viridiengroup.com) is an advanced technology, digital and Earth data company that pushes the boundaries of science for a more prosperous and sustainable future. With our ingenuity, drive and deep curiosity we discover new insights, innovations, and solutions that efficiently and responsibly resolve complex natural resource, digital, energy transition and infrastructure challenges.

Technical Business Development Associate – Mining & National Programs

Company Description

Viridien is a global geoscience technology leader providing a comprehensive range of data, products, services and solutions that support our clients to achieve their business and energy transition goals. We combine human ingenuity and new technology to understand and solve the world’s natural resource, environmental and infrastructure challenges. Our unique perspective uncovers new ways for our clients to be more efficient and responsible, for a more sustainable future.

As part of the wider energy transition Viridien is developing a growing portfolio of data-related products and studies that leverage our experience, expertise, data and commercial model to provide mineral exploration data at national scale to support investment and sector development around the globe.

Our GeoNational Programs are a unique offering in the mineral exploration landscape: large-scale, integrated scientific initiatives that combine airborne geophysics, geological data transformation, and strategic stakeholder engagement to transform how countries manage their natural resource potential.

Job Description

Support the design, refinement, and rollout of new GeoNational projects in collaboration with senior technical and commercial leaders.

Build and maintain effective networks of stakeholders across government, industry, academia, and multilateral organizations.
Drive go-to-market efforts including proposal development, market intelligence, cold-contacting strategies, and partner mapping.
Translate technical capabilities into compelling business narratives that resonate with ministries, mining companies, exploration firms, and financiers.
Identify and capitalize on geopolitical dynamics and national priorities to position Viridien as a trusted scientific partner.
Refine and adapt business models to suit each market’s structure and development maturity.
Conduct deep-dive analysis on potential markets and provide strategic recommendations to the leadership team.
Travel domestically and internationally to engage with stakeholders, support project scoping, and represent Viridien at industry and governmental events.

Candidate Profile

Required

Academic background in International Relations, Business, Economics, Public Policy, or a related field; or equivalent experience blending commercial and geopolitical understanding.

Working knowledge of the mineral exploration landscape, public-private partnerships, or geoscientific data.
Proven ability to develop strategy, communicate vision, and engage persuasively with senior decision-makers.
Strong writing and storytelling skills, able to draft executive briefings, outreach messages, and value-driven decks.
Resourceful, intellectually curious, and proactive - you don’t wait for doors to open; you build the hallway.
Deep personal motivation to work on projects that create lasting, positive impact for nations.
Excellent verbal and written English.

Strongly Desired

3+ years’ experience in business development, strategic consulting, or international programs, ideally in natural resources or climate-related sectors.
Professional working proficiency in Spanish. French or Portugues is a bonus.
Experience engaging with natural resource companies, government officials, embassies, or multilateral development banks.
Familiarity with GIS, geophysics, remote sensing, or digital tools used in extractives is a plus.

Candidate Profile

Preferred location is Houston, TX, but we are also open to candidates based in Crawley/London (UK) or remote within the US or Canada. Travel to key markets is expected and supported.

Why Join Viridien?

You’ll work at the intersection of science, strategy, and diplomacy, helping nations take control of their geological destiny. If you want to be part of something bigger than a commercial deal and you thrive in complex, fast-evolving global environments, we want to hear from you.

We see things differently. Diversity fuels our innovation, we value the unique ways in which we differ, and we are committed to equal employment opportunities for all professionals.

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