Net Zero Program Manager

at  US Bank National Association

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JOB DESCRIPTION

The Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Program Office (ESGPO) is part of U.S. Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility Team and works to meet evolving regulatory and stakeholder expectations for sustainability performance and management of ESG issues. The ESGPO team is responsible for delivering in three critical areas: (1) enterprise-wide ESG strategy, transformation, and integration into business and operational practices; (2) reporting; (3) external partnerships and engagement.
The Net Zero Program Manager will principally support the Net Zero Strategy Lead, the Net Zero Data Lead and Head of ESGPO in development and execution of the enterprise net zero strategy. In particular, the individual will provide program management, data analysis and subject matter expertise in carbon accounting, decarbonization pathways across the real economy and sustainable finance to support Scopes 1, 2 and 3 emissions measurement. Scope 3, Category 15 (client) related financed emissions analysis, strategic engagement and reporting to support sector-specific 2030 interim net zero target-setting; and financed emissions disclosures consistent with the Partnership for Carbon Accounting Financials methodology and evolving industry practices.
In supporting the net zero strategy the Net Zero Program Manager will support and partner with business stakeholders in the ESGPO, Climate, Credit and Reputation Risk, the Sustainable Finance Team in U.S. Bank’s Impact Finance organization and various business teams in the Institutional Client Group, Consumer Bank, Corporate Real Estate team and Third-party Risk Management.
This individual should understand greenhouse gas accounting frameworks and financed emissions calculations as applied to different sectors and asset classes. This individual will feel at ease creating complex queries and extracting large, raw datasets from various sources, merging, and transforming raw data into usable data and analytic structures, and benchmarking results to known standards and resolving differences across different data sources. They must feel comfortable with quantitative analysis and be able to effectively communicate and disseminate findings and insights to internal stakeholders, including senior management through concise, organized and impactful presentations. They should have experience in program management and execution, including progress tracking, and internal and external stakeholder engagement.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in data management or analytics, engineering, sustainability, environmental studies, finance or other related field
• At least six (6) or more years of experience in statistical and/or data management and analytics and visualization (intersection with financial services strongly preferred)
• Understanding of corporate accounting data integrity considerations and risk management
• Practical experience with GHG Protocol, supporting data procurement and analytics of leading ESG reporting frameworks, specifically ISSB/TCFD and PCAF and experience with climate-related data providers and sources
• Master’s degree in data science, earth/climate sciences, engineering, sustainability, natural resource management, environmental economics, finance or other related field
• Knowledge of other frameworks and standards, including SASB, CDP, GRI and other impact reporting frameworks and industry guidance, emerging regulatory requirements (SEC Climate Rule, EU CSRD, CSDDD)
• Understanding of basics of corporate finance and sustainable finance products and carbon markets

PREFERRED SKILLS:

• Strong technical and visualization skills, with the ability to understand the business goals, needs, and be committed to delivering recommendations that will guide strategic decisions.
• Deep expertise in Excel, PowerBI CRM optimization and project management
• Strong leadership skills and proven ability in motivating employees and promoting teamwork.
• Excellent interpersonal, management, and teamwork skills.
• Highly motivated self-starter with excellent time management skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• High level of significant independent decision-making ability.
• Ability to quickly identify risks and determine reasonable solutions.
• Demonstrated ability to motivate others in a high-stress environment to achieve goal.
• Ability to effectively communicate and resolve conflicts by both oral and written communication to both internal and external clients.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and evolving work environment.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Experience and knowledge of the principles and practices of management and employee development.
• Ability to think critically to solve problems with rational solutions.
• Ability to react and make decisions quickly under pressure with good judgment.
• Ability to escalate questions and concerns with appropriate level of analysis
  If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Net zero transition planning and execution: Partners with Net Zero Strategy Lead and Net Zero Data Lead and Head of ESG Program Office in developing and executing enterprise-wide net zero transition plan and operational roadmap, with a focus on data procurement, analysis and reporting capabilities, liaising with consultants, external data providers and partner organizations, Business Lines, Reputation Risk, Climate Risk and Technology functions
• Data and Analytics: Supports Net Zero Data Lead in developing internal dashboards, analysis and external reporting against PCAF standards and net zero transition preparedness analytics and engagement of Corporate Real Estate Team to enhance strategy for meeting Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions goals
• Reporting: Supports ESG Data and Reporting, specifically financed emissions analysis (net zero targets and PCAF) and client engagement data analysis for TCFD report
• Supply Chain Emissions Analytics: Partners with Procurement on data integration for Scope 3 emissions analysis

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That’s why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities
• Adoption assistance
• Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by la