Corporate Sustainability Strategy Analyst

ImpactAlpha Inc.; Boca Raton, Northern (FL, KY); Hybrid; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) retirement savings with company

Equity opportunities where applicable

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Paid parental leave

Company-paid life insurance

Disability coverage (STD/LTD)

Wellness programs and EAP

Paid time off and holidays

Flexible remote workdays

Education assistance and professional

Certification/licensing support

Performance-based bonus

Job summary

SBA Communications seeks a Corporate Sustainability Strategy Analyst to research trends, regulations, and opportunities to advance its sustainability objectives. You will collaborate with multiple teams to execute programs, drive reporting, and deliver measurable financial and environmental outcomes.

The role requires a strategic analyst with knowledge of environmental stewardship, governance practices, and stakeholder communication.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required in a relevant field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• 1–3 years in corporate sustainability or consulting.
• Experience with sustainability reporting for public companies.
• Exposure to GRI, SASB, IFRS S1/S2 and related regulations.
• Foundational analytical skills and data collection ability.
• Basic emissions accounting knowledge per GHG Protocol.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of sustainability strategy aligned with company goals.
• Contribute to annual Sustainability Report with standards and stakeholders.
• Prepare management presentations and reports.
• Research industry trends, standards, and regulations for reporting.
• Assist renewable energy strategy implementation and tracking.
• Deliver cross-functional sustainability assignments and KPIs.
• Analyze benchmarks and KPIs to measure impact and progress.
• Support climate risk assessments and regulatory reporting.
• Collaborate with operations, accounting and commercial teams.
• Ensure data quality and emission reporting across scopes 1–3.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Analytical skills

Research

Regulatory knowledge

GHG accounting

Written communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Sustainability, or related field

Master’s degree in MBA, Sustainability, or equivalent (preferred)

Job description

About SBA Communications

SBA Communications is an industry leader in providing wireless communications infrastructure essential to connecting businesses, communities and people. Founded in 1989, SBA Communications has established itself as the solid foundation upon which the wireless industry stands. The company operates over 40,000 sites across more than 10 countries, making it one of the largest tower operators in the world. SBA Communications is listed on NASDAQ under the symbol SBAC and is a component of the S&P 500 index. The company is also among the top 20 Real Estate Investment Trusts (REITs) based on market capitalization. SBA’s business model centers on owning and operating wireless communications towers that provide essential connectivity infrastructure for wireless carriers, broadcasters, and other communications service providers. The company’s organizational culture is built on core values including Integrity, Agility, and a “Team First” focus. The company emphasizes doing work right, safely, and honestly every time. SBA Communications maintains operations throughout the Americas, Africa, and Asia, demonstrating its global reach and commitment to connecting people and communities worldwide. The company invites every team member to think like an owner and share in the company’s success.

About this Role

The Corporate Sustainability Strategy Analyst position is responsible for conducting research and analysis on relevant industry trends, emerging regulations, and strategic opportunities to fulfill the company’s sustainability objectives, reporting requirements, and program commitments. The Analyst will play an important role in advancing the company’s sustainability agenda, working closely with the team to develop, implement and enhance sustainability initiatives that align with corporate objectives. This position requires a strategic analyst with knowledge of environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and corporate governance practices. The Analyst will execute project plans and collaborate with various departments and internal stakeholders to deliver meaningful outcomes and financial returns. The role involves supporting the execution and delivery of sustainability programs while ensuring alignment with business goals, mission, vision and company values.

Responsibilities

• Support the execution of the company’s sustainability strategy while ensuring alignment with overall business goals, mission, vision and values
• Contribute to the development and delivery of the company’s annual Sustainability Report in alignment with sustainability standards, industry best practices and stakeholder expectations
• Prepare presentations and management reports
• Conduct research on relevant industry trends, best practices, standards and emerging regulations to fulfill the company’s sustainability objectives and reporting requirements
• Facilitate the implementation of the renewable energy strategy to achieve the company’s goals and targets
• Deliver cross-functional sustainability assignments to support the company’s sustainability strategy
• Analyze benchmarks and key performance indicators to measure the progress, effectiveness and impact of various initiatives
• Report on project workstream outcomes while making recommendations for improvements
• Support analysis for annual shareholder engagement meetings on sustainability with the company’s largest investors
• Draft responses to credit and sustainability rating agencies and the company’s key customers to optimize ratings and achieve market recognition
• Collaborate with internal teams, including operations, accounting, and commercial affairs
• Research relevant legislation, regulations and standards related to sustainability to ensure compliance across all markets of operations
• Support climate risk and impact assessments, contribute to reporting under voluntary and regulatory frameworks and research strategies for risk mitigation
• Conduct the collection, analysis and reporting of quantitative and qualitative sustainability data and metrics
• Follow robust processes for collecting, analyzing, and verifying sustainability-related data
• Contribute to emissions accounting for Scopes 1, 2 and 3, in line with GHG Protocol standards and third-party assurance requirements
• Prepare periodic reports that track progress toward project workstreams
• Identify opportunities for operational efficiencies, cost savings and improved resource management
• Review external statements and policies annually
• Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment
• Provide guidance and review the work of junior team members
• Encourage team member engagement around sustainable practices throughout the company
• Other projects and duties as assigned

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Accounting, Finance, Sustainability, or a related field
• Master’s degree in a relevant discipline (e.g., MBA, Sustainability, or equivalent) preferred
• 1 to 3 years of relevant business experience in corporate sustainability or management consulting
• Ability to conduct research and data collection related to sustainability strategies and programs
• Foundational business acumen
• Experience supporting sustainability reporting activities for publicly listed companies
• Exposure to industry standards (e.g., GRI, SASB, IFRS S1/S2, etc.) and regulatory requirements
• Foundational analytical skills
• Basic knowledge of emissions accounting under the GHG Protocol standards
• Strong communication and business writing skills
• Ability to perform research and analysis to support team activities
• Driven, collaborative, accountable, resilient analyst with strong interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in teams
• Ability to stoop, bend, kneel or crouch
• Ability to stand, walk and sit
• Ability to reach with hands and arms
• Visual ability correctable to 20/20
• Sitting up to 90% of the day capability
• Ability to respond verbally in an understandable, professional manner in person and over the telephone
• Manual dexterity to input data into the computer, calculator and operate equipment
• Ability to lift up to 15 pounds

Benefits

• 401(k) retirement savings plan with company match of a percentage of employee contributions and profit sharing, where applicable
• Equity opportunities, including participation in company equity stock plans, where applicable
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance with employer contributions toward coverage
• Paid parental leave
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability (STD/LTD) coverage, where eligible
• Wellness programs and resources, including an employee assistance program and well-being initiatives
• Paid time off and company-paid holidays
• Flexible work arrangements, including an allotment of remote workdays per year, depending on the role
• Education assistance and professional development
• Certification or licensing support, where eligible
• Performance-based bonus or incentive compensation, which may be available depending on the role

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