Sustainability Data Analyst

Boston, MA

Full-time

Hybrid

$134K/yr - $179K/yr

Entry Level

JLL is hiring a Sustainability Data Analyst for its Corporate Sustainability team. The role supports greenhouse gas emissions quantification, data management, audit compliance, and the transition of calculation workflows from Excel and Power Query to Python and SQL in Databricks.

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Responsibilities

Maintain and update Excel-based calculation workbooks using Power Query across reporting cycles
Process, validate, and move data through quantification workflows from collection to final calculations
Conduct quality assurance checks on emissions calculations and datasets
Perform greenhouse gas emissions calculations across Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories
Research and apply GHG calculation methodologies as needed
Support the continued evolution of GHG calculation methodologies from Excel/Power Query to Python and SQL-based code in Databricks
Build and maintain data pipelines within JLL’s enterprise data platform to support automated calculation workflows
Translate calculation logic into Python and SQL, ensuring accuracy and consistency with existing methodologies
Test and validate migrated calculations against legacy Excel outputs
Capability to see where additional process or other data improvements will improve our calculation or data management approach
Track data collection progress and manage internal workflow coordination
Support audit compliance by organizing documentation and maintaining records
Assist with ad hoc internal data requests and reporting requirements
Manage workstream trackers and ensure timely delivery of operational tasks
Communicate and engage effectively with various internal stakeholders
Collaborate on JLL client emissions data improvement initiatives (Scope 3 Category 11) in preparation for expanded audit scope
Identify data quality issues and support resolution efforts across internal stakeholders

Qualification

Required

Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental science, sustainability, data analytics, engineering, computer science, or related field
Experience: 1-3 years of professional experience in ESG, sustainability, or environmental data management
Hands-on experience performing greenhouse gas emissions calculations
Strong proficiency in Excel with demonstrated ability to build and maintain complex Power Query-based calculation workbooks
Professional experience with Python and SQL
Demonstrated experience building and maintaining data pipelines within Databricks or a comparable enterprise data platform
Proven ability to handle data quality control, validation, and workflow coordination across multiple data sources
Strong communication and time management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams in a fast-paced environment
Candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship

Preferred

industry-specific experience in real estate or corporate emissions
Direct experience with Databricks
Experience transitioning analytical workflows from Excel to code-based environments
Experience with audit processes and documentation requirements
Exposure to Scope 3 emissions quantification and data improvement approaches, particularly client-related emissions (Category 11)
Knowledge of Workiva or similar ESG reporting platforms