Sustainability Data Analyst

JLL • Boston, MA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

JLL’s Corporate Sustainability team is seeking a Sustainability Data Analyst to support greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions quantification, data management, and audit-compliance operations. This execution-focused role maintains existing calculations while supporting the transition of GHG calculation methodologies from Excel and Power Query to a code-based environment in Databricks. The analyst will help build scalable, automated systems for corporate sustainability reporting and contribute to JLL’s expanding ESG reporting requirements.

The role maintains Excel-based calculation workbooks, processes and validates data through emissions-quantification workflows, conducts quality assurance, and performs Scope 1, 2, and 3 calculations. It also translates existing calculation logic into Python and SQL, builds and maintains enterprise data pipelines, and tests migrated calculations against legacy Excel results. Additional work includes documentation and audit support, workflow coordination, internal reporting requests, and collaboration on client emissions data improvements, particularly Scope 3 Category 11.

The position is Boston-based and hybrid, with two days per week on-site. It reports to the Senior Director, Sustainability Team. The position does not provide visa sponsorship; candidates must be authorized to work in the United States without sponsorship. Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis until a candidate is identified.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or master’s degree in environmental science, sustainability, data analytics, engineering, computer science, or a related field.
• 1–3 years of professional experience in ESG, sustainability, or environmental data management.
• Hands-on experience performing greenhouse gas emissions calculations.
• Strong proficiency in Excel, including the ability to build and maintain complex Power Query-based calculation workbooks.
• Professional experience with Python and SQL.
• Demonstrated experience building and maintaining data pipelines within Databricks or a comparable enterprise data platform.
• Proven ability to handle data quality control, validation, and workflow coordination across multiple data sources.
• Strong communication and time-management skills, including the ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams in a fast-paced environment.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States without visa sponsorship.

Nice To Haves

• Industry-specific GHG quantification experience in real estate or corporate emissions.
• Direct experience with Databricks.
• Experience transitioning analytical workflows from Excel to code-based environments.
• Experience with audit processes and documentation requirements.
• Exposure to Scope 3 emissions quantification and data improvement approaches, particularly client-related emissions (Category 11).
• Knowledge of Workiva or similar ESG reporting platforms.

Responsibilities

• Maintain and update Excel-based calculation workbooks using Power Query across reporting cycles.
• Process, validate, and move data through quantification workflows from collection through final calculations.
• Conduct quality assurance checks on emissions calculations and datasets.
• Perform greenhouse gas emissions calculations across Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories.
• Research and apply GHG calculation methodologies as needed.
• Support the transition of calculation methodologies from Excel and Power Query to Python- and SQL-based code in Databricks.
• Build and maintain data pipelines within JLL’s enterprise data platform to support automated calculation workflows.
• Translate calculation logic into Python and SQL, ensuring accuracy and consistency with existing methodologies.
• Test and validate migrated calculations against legacy Excel outputs.
• Identify process or data improvements that could improve calculation or data-management approaches.
• Track data collection progress and coordinate internal workflows.
• Support audit compliance by organizing documentation and maintaining records.
• Assist with ad hoc internal data requests and reporting requirements.
• Manage workstream trackers and ensure timely delivery of operational tasks.
• Communicate and engage effectively with internal stakeholders.
• Collaborate on client emissions data improvement initiatives, particularly Scope 3 Category 11, in preparation for expanded audit scope.

Benefits

• 401(k) plan with matching company contributions.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision care.
• Paid parental leave at 100% of salary.
• Paid time off and company holidays.
• Early access to earned wages through Daily Pay.
• Supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package focused on mental, physical, and emotional health.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level