Director, Sustainability

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This position is posted by Jobgether on behalf of a partner company. We are currently looking for a Director, Sustainability in the United States.

The Director of Sustainability will lead enterprise-wide initiatives to advance environmental responsibility, climate action, and circular economy goals. This role is pivotal in driving transparency, compliance, and strategic outcomes by integrating sustainability best practices across the organization. The position requires collaboration with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to manage disclosures, reporting, and regulatory readiness globally. The ideal candidate combines strong technical knowledge, data analytics capabilities, and experience in sustainability frameworks with leadership skills to inspire engagement and embed sustainability practices across the enterprise. This role offers the opportunity to influence strategy, guide global initiatives, and make a measurable impact on environmental performance.

Accountabilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive sustainability disclosure roadmap to enhance transparency and ensure regulatory compliance
  • Oversee both voluntary and mandatory sustainability reporting initiatives, including TCFD, SASB, CDP, EcoVadis, CSRD, and ISSB standards
  • Lead materiality assessments, stakeholder engagement, and scenario analysis to inform enterprise sustainability strategy
  • Drive decarbonization and circular economy programs across multiple regions
  • Collaborate with internal and external partners to ensure alignment with sustainability goals and regulatory requirements
  • Serve on sustainability governance committees to provide strategic guidance and influence enterprise strategy
  • Promote employee engagement and integrate sustainability practices across organizational processes

Requirements

  • Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Data Analytics, Business Administration, or related field; Master’s preferred
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in corporate sustainability, including management of enterprise reporting and disclosures
  • Strong knowledge of GHG emissions frameworks (GHG Protocol, PCAF) and sustainability reporting tools
  • Experience leveraging AI or data analytics for sustainability insights and process efficiency
  • Demonstrated leadership, project management, and ability to influence across organizational levels
  • Preferred certifications: CSP, GRI, or equivalent
  • Experience in financial services or climate-related risk management is a plus
  • Knowledge of Life Cycle Assessments (LCA) is advantageous

Benefits

  • Competitive base salary and annual performance bonus ($122,400 – $204,400)
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision coverage starting day one
  • 401(k) plan with 6% company match
  • Paid time off, holidays, and volunteer days
  • 100% virtual work-from-home environment
  • Professional development programs and career growth opportunities
  • Employee wellness programs and mental health resources
  • Opportunities to make a global impact through sustainability initiatives

Why Apply Through Jobgether?

We use an AI-powered matching process to ensure your application is reviewed quickly, objectively, and fairly against the role's core requirements. Our system identifies the top-fitting candidates, and this shortlist is then shared directly with the hiring company. The final decision and next steps (interviews, assessments) are managed by their internal team.

We appreciate your interest and wish you the best!

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