Principal Advisor – Human Rights (Technical Lead)/ Conseiller(ère) principal(e) – Droits de la [...]

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. This is an opportunity for you to bring your wealth of experience to the team and help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies.

About the role:

The Principal Advisor – Human Rights (Technical Lead) is a senior technical expert responsible for leading and supporting the global implementation of the company’s Human Rights Policy, due diligence processes, and related programs. This position plays a critical role in embedding human rights across the business by driving strategic initiatives, developing cross-functional governance frameworks, and ensuring compliance with both voluntary and mandatory reporting requirements—including modern slavery legislation. The position reports to the Global Director of Social Performance and Human Rights and can be performed remotely, with regular collaboration across regions and travel to operational sites and partner locations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Human Rights Strategy & Training: Support advancing the implementation of the company’s Human Rights Policy and Standard across business units, integrating human rights into key functions such as exploration, operations, procurement, and legacy management. Monitor global policy and legislative developments related to human rights and provide strategic advice on potential impacts. Co-chairs and manages Alcoa’s Human Rights Council. Establish and manage a Human Rights Monitoring Framework (HRMF), aligning due diligence with ESG and financial reporting timelines (e.g., SEC, EU CSRD). Represent the company on key association committees and external forums addressing human rights issues. Coordinate and lead the development of a global Human Rights Training Program, tailored for multiple levels of the organization—from frontline workers to senior leadership.
• Field-Based Due Diligence & Risk Management: Coordinate and manage third-party human rights due diligence ensure the effective integration of findings and recommended actions into Human Rights Action Plans. When required conduct and lead field-based human rights due diligence at company operations and throughout the value chain. Support operational teams in establishing site-level governance and response mechanisms aligned with international standards and corporate expectations.
• Modern Slavery & Regulatory Compliance: Draft and manage the company’s annual Modern Slavery Statement, ensuring alignment with jurisdictional requirements (e.g., Canada, Australia, U.S. Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act). Support the preparation of additional human rights disclosures for the Sustainability report, ESG indices, and other external platforms. Monitor global legislative developments in business and human rights, advising internal stakeholders on implications and required actions.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Thought Leadership: Represent the company in external working groups, forums, and conferences focused on business and human rights issues. Collaborate closely with internal teams (e.g., Supply Chain, Legal, HR, Environment) to align human rights performance with broader sustainability and operational goals.

What you can bring to this role:

• Bachelors and/or Graduate degree in International Relations, Law, Sustainability, Human Rights, or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years of professional experience, with substantial practical, field-based human rights due diligence experience in the resource industry or similar industrial environments.
• Strong working knowledge of international frameworks (e.g., UN Guiding Principles, OECD Guidelines, ILO Conventions).
• Experience in implementing human rights programs within the resource industry or similar industrial environments.
• Deep understanding of international human rights frameworks and standards.
• Experience in developing and delivering human rights training programs is preferred but not required.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to synthesize complex information and present clear recommendations.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and advise senior leadership.
• Proven ability to work cross-functionally and influence without direct authority.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills; experience drafting official reports and disclosures.
• Fluency in English is essential; additional languages (e.g., French, Portuguese) are a plus.
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally on a regular basis (min. 25-30%).

What we offer:

• Competitive compensation packages, including pay-for-performance variable pay, recognition and rewards programs.
• 401(k), employer match up to 6%, additional employer retirement income contribution (no vesting period).
• Healthcare benefits: medical, Rx, dental, vision, flexible spending account, health savings account (generous employer contribution), life and accident insurance.
• Work-life balance programs: flexible work scheduling, hybrid/remote working.
• Paid time off: 15 vacation days prorated in the 1st year based on hire date, 12 paid holidays, 7 illness days, Care for Family leave up to 40 days, up to 5 bereavement days, maximum of 30 jury duty days, and up to 10 days annual training for military leave.