Operational Sustainability Finance - Associate

You are a strategic thinker passionate about driving solutions in Data Governance. You have found the right team.

You will be part of the Sustainability Strategy and Operations team, responsible for the Firm’s carbon management strategy, including tracking and reporting the Firm’s GHG emissions and progress toward our operational sustainability targets. You will coordinate the implementation of operational sustainability efforts across the corporate functions, manage sustainability-focused employee engagement, and identify and source carbon credits. You will work under the leadership of the Deputy Director of Global Sustainability, who reports to the Global Head of Sustainability.

Job Summary

As a Data Governance and Analysis Specialist in Sustainability, you will be a key leader in managing and transforming data to drive our operational sustainability data governance and reporting. You will ensure data integrity, lead automation efforts, and support assurance and internal controls/audit processes. Your expertise will guide the team in collaborating with data providers and internal stakeholders to achieve accurate and efficient data handling and reporting.

Job responsibilities 

• Lead and oversee the acquisition and management of sustainability-related data.
• Ensure thorough review and validation of data in collaboration with data providers, documenting decisions on methodology and data enhancements.
• Develop strategies for continuous improvement in data acquisition processes.
• Lead the execution of data processing tasks to generate high-quality transformed outputs for reporting and emissions platform uploads.
• Utilize advanced tools and techniques, such as Alteryx, to optimize data transformation processes.
• Lead rigorous quality checks on datasets to ensure data integrity and eliminate errors. Drive automation initiatives to enhance accuracy and efficiency in data handling.
• Establish and maintain comprehensive data governance frameworks and documentation practices.
• Document discrepancies, seek timely clarifications from data providers, and maintain an evidence repository for assurance / audits 
• Ensure adherence to data governance standards and best practices across the organization. Lead quarterly and annual assurance processes for sustainability data, ensuring timely global footprint generation.
• Collaborate with internal teams to provide necessary documentation and evidence for compliance and assurance activities.
• Stay informed of regulatory changes and ensure compliance with evolving standards.

Required qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Proven track record of driving automation and process improvements in data governance and analysis.
• Extensive experience in data management, analysis, and transformation, with proficiency in tools like Alteryx.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills for working with data providers and internal stakeholders.

Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills

• Stellar academic credentials (Bachelor degree or equivalent, MBA or post-graduation in environmental science preferred), at least 8+ years of experience in Finance and accounting, Data Analyst, Real estate or Sustainability reporting is preferred

JPMorganChase, one of the oldest financial institutions, offers innovative financial solutions to millions of consumers, small businesses and many of the world’s most prominent corporate, institutional and government clients under the J.P. Morgan and Chase brands. Our history spans over 200 years and today we are a leader in investment banking, consumer and small business banking, commercial banking, financial transaction processing and asset management.

We recognize that our people are our strength and the diverse talents they bring to our global workforce are directly linked to our success. We are an equal opportunity employer and place a high value on diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of any protected attribute, including race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital or veteran status, pregnancy or disability, or any other basis protected under applicable law. We also make reasonable accommodations for applicants’ and employees’ religious practices and beliefs, as well as mental health or physical disability needs. Visit our FAQs for more information about requesting an accommodation.