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There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run “Business Resource Group” communities to world-class benefits like parental leave, 401k and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world?
At United, we take bold action. And our Government, Corporate and Environmental Affairs team are the driving force behind our efforts to make change happen! By working closely with the US government and coordinating grassroots advocacy efforts, our Corporate and Government Affairs team represents United on public policy and legislative issues. And our Environmental Affairs team is equally working hard to shape an environmentally sustainable future. Together these teams advocate for a cleaner, safer, and more optimistic future for our airline, our employees, and the millions of customers we serve all around the globe.
Key Responsibilities:
This role will enable United’s environmental disclosure strategy, inclusive of ESG reporting obligations, data aggregation processes and associated controls. This role will support the reporting and tracking of United’s ESG performance relative to our environmental sustainability commitments and disclosure demands, with a key focus on production of high integrity data, communicating with accuracy and consistency, and compliance with relevant regulatory expectations. Facilitate collaboration with cross-functional leaders to drive transparency of United’s environmental leadership. Support other duties as assigned.
Data Management and Digitization
• Perform calculations, prepare, and validate regulatory compliance reports for domestic and international GHG regulations, including the EU Emissions Trading Scheme and the Carbon Offsetting and Reduction Scheme for International Aviation (CORSIA)
• Develop, maintain and continuously improve databases, dashboards and reports on sustainability metrics pertaining to company-wide environmental sustainability performance
• Perform quantitative and qualitative analyses to ensure the accuracy and reliability of the data underlying United’s GHG inventory and sustainability programs
• Support United’s Environmental Affairs Team in automating emissions queries and calculations and visualizing decarbonization trajectory under multiple scenarios
• Facilitate collaboration and communication across internal and/or external partners
Project Management and Communications Support
• In partnership with the Sr. Manager, prepare and complete multiple ESG disclosures in a timely manner while engaging multiple internal collaborators for input and review, using knowledge of ESG frameworks and regulatory landscape
• Understand investor expectations for corporate sustainability and ability to optimally communicate United’s ESG strategy and actions with an eye towards that audience
• Support the development of materials to communicate United’s ESG strategy to various internal and external audiences
• Assist in responding to questions from investors, corporate customers, etc. about information included in United’s disclosures
Technology and Market Research
• Support integration of disclosure standard methodologies by providing regular updates to appropriate collaborators on: latest developments in ESG disclosure landscape, ESG disclosures-related market and technology research, carbon accounting standard processes, and more
• Assist with gap analysis research for ESG disclosures, including ESG reports, CDP responses, and anticipated compliance with emerging and mandated regulations
• Leadership and Collaboration
• Be solution-oriented and committed to creating and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Model integrity, possess self-awareness and cultivate an environment of accountability
• Provide open communication to department staff, leadership, and partners
• Establish individual goals that align with United’s climate ambition
• Net zero carbon emissions by 2050
• Use technical knowledge and experience to provide thoughtful decision-making and guidance in strategic implementation of United’s environmental strategy and program
United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!
Qualifications
What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):
• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science/Policy/Sustainability, Business, or related area
• 3 – 5 Years of related experience
• Understanding of Sustainability Programs
• Data Management
• Data Visualization
• Project Management
• Strong quantitative, analytical and problem-solving skills
• Proven interpersonal skills and able to adapt to a fast-paced, changing environment
• Ability to build trust and communicate
• Ability to simultaneously manage and complete multiple projects with deadlines
• A clear interest in and passion for environmental issues
• Demonstrates strong people, planning and organizational skills
• Attention to detail
• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position
What will help you propel from the pack (Preferred Qualifications):
• Environmental sustainability experience
• Airline, aerospace or airport experience
• Greenhouse gas emissions accounting experience
• Access Database or PowerBI experience
• Previous administrative experience
• Proficient data skills including SQL, PowerBI, DBeaver, Python or others
United Airlines is an equal opportunity employer. United Airlines recruits, employs, trains, compensates and promotes regardless of race, religion, color, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, physical ability, age, veteran status and other protected status as required by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform crucial job functions. Please contact JobAccommodations@united.com to request accommodation.
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