Analyst, Sustainability

Bellwether•Dallas, TX

3d•Onsite

About The Position

Bellwether is a global advisory firm that helps businesses solve their most complex challenges and enhance enterprise value. We specialize in formulating and executing dynamic growth strategies through true partnership with our clients. Merging deep industry expertise, advanced analytical capabilities and best-in-class talent, we create value across the business lifecycle, from transaction management to operational transformation. Bellwether specializes in the management, analysis, and reporting of over $40 billion of AUM across a wide range of real estate related assets and corporate platforms in North America, Europe and Asia. Bellwether is privately held and has offices in Los Angeles, Newport Beach, Salt Lake City, London and Dallas. Overview The Analyst, Sustainability candidate has a strong interest in sustainability and a desire to achieve sustainability goals for Bellwether and its institutional clients. The Analyst, supports our client reporting efforts and is responsible for the collection and analysis of real estate sustainability data across multiple portfolios. This role is expected to develop a deep understanding of the material reporting frameworks and requirements. The Analyst, Sustainability includes cross-functional involvement with many aspects of the Bellwether real estate platform, our clients and external parties, providing opportunities for professional growth. This is a unique opportunity to work in a thriving industry and make an impact on the environment and community.

Requirements

A minimum of 1 year of relevant experience
Experience in Microsoft Office Suite
Deep interest in sustainability and the commercial real estate industry
A bachelor's degree in Environmental Science/Engineering, Sustainability, Environmental Studies, Sustainability Management, Business, Data Science or a related field
Job Knowledge & Technical Ability: Capable of managing multiple projects and workstreams in a collaborative and dynamic environment. Strong analytical skills and ability to handle high-volume datasets. Ability to stay knowledgeable to changes in the sustainability market landscape. Proven ability to initiate ideas and implement new processes to support net zero and decarbonization goals.
Initiative & Dependability: Ability to perform responsibilities independently and proactively, solve problems, and improve processes and/or services. Self-directed, takes initiative and responsibility, ensures completion of tasks.
Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills; strong listening and interpersonal skills. Highly effective at preparing and presenting information.
Professionalism & Teamwork: Acts with honesty and integrity and maintains confidentiality, adheres to company policies. Promotes a collaborative and productive work environment. Demonstrates team building, support and respect.

Nice To Haves

An advanced degree in similar field is beneficial/ preferred
Sustainability credential/certificate preferred (e.g. LEED, GRI, SASB or similar)

Responsibilities

Help execute sustainability strategies and initiatives on behalf of clients;
Gather, consolidate and analyze data and metrics that track progress and performance of clientsâ sustainability programs globally across various funds;
Develop and implement processes for organizing large-scale datasets to gain insights that support business decisions;
Assist in the production of high quality, accurate and timely reports to clients;
Liaise with consultants, clients and work closely with asset and property management teams to ensure quality and consistency of data ;
Develop strong working knowledge of available data sources, including expertise in the utilization and interpretation of sustainability-related data;
Track market trends and implement emerging tools to streamline workflows; and
Perform additional ad-hoc analyses, as needed.