ESG and Sustainability Data Lead

Gilder Search Group; United States; Remote; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Team Red Dog seeks an ESG and Sustainability Data Lead for a fully remote role, focusing on data management and governance within a leading global technology organization. This position involves collaboration with cross-functional teams, driving sustainability initiatives, and ensuring high-quality ESG data standards. Candidates should possess strong stakeholder engagement skills and a passion for impactful data-driven sustainability outcomes.

Benefits

Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life)

Employer-matched 401K plan

Paid time off and holidays

Profit sharing

Qualifications

• 5+ years of direct experience with sustainability data management, ESG datasets, and data analysis/visualization.
• Advanced communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to drive audit readiness and regulatory compliance.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ESG data management and governance for the business group.
• Develop and implement data management strategies to ensure data quality and security.
• Engage with stakeholders across the business to improve data maturity.

Skills

Sustainability & ESG Data Management

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Technical Tools & Data Visualization

Education

Master's degree in Sustainability, Data Science, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field

Tools

Power BI

Job description

Team Red Dog is seeking a skilled ESG and Sustainability Data Leadto oversee ESG data management and governance for a high-impact business group for our client, a global technology company. This fully remote role is a rare opportunity to drive sustainability initiatives, partner with cross-functional experts, and directly influence the company’s global sustainability and social impact goals. If you bring advanced sustainability data management experience, cross-team collaboration skills, and a passion for enabling change through data, we want to hear from you.

Top Required Skills (Must Haves):

• Sustainability & ESG Data Management: Minimum 5+ years’ experience with sustainability and ESG data sets, analysis, and visualization, including data governance and quality assurance.
• Stakeholder Engagement & Communication: Demonstrated ability to engage with technical and non-technical stakeholders across large organizations, driving audit readiness, process improvement, and reporting to senior management.
• Technical Tools & Data Visualization: Hands-on experience with advanced data management strategies, data analysis, and visualization tools (such as Power BI), with a proven ability to drive actionable insights for sustainability initiatives.

Opportunity Overview:
This role is responsible for driving data management excellence in on our client’s Cloud Operations & Innovation team, ensuring ESG data aligns with the highest standards of quality, security, and regulatory compliance. As a senior team member, you will develop and implement data management strategies, improve audit readiness, enable performance tracking, and connect sustainability data to measurable business impact. You’ll collaborate with engineers, product managers, and sustainability experts to define best practices, provide mentorship, and create a culture of continuous improvement.

How You Will Make an Impact:

• Oversee ESG data management and governance for the business group, ensuring alignment with sustainability and regulatory goals.
• Develop and implement data management strategies to ensure data quality, integrity, and security.
• Engage with stakeholders across the business group to improve data maturity, drive audit readiness, and support regulatory requirements.
• Enable data analysis and performance tracking related to Microsoft’s sustainability commitments.
• Drive innovative data analysis approaches, translating insights into actionable recommendations for ESG and sustainability performance.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members and collaborate cross-functionally to execute robust data management plans.
• Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership and partners.

The Expertise You Bring:

• 5+ years of direct experience with sustainability data management, ESG datasets, and data analysis/visualization (Power BI or similar).
• Advanced communication skills with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated experience driving process improvements, audit readiness, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong technical background in data management, security, and governance.
• Master’s degree in Sustainability, Data Science, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field required; data management or project management certifications (e.g., CDMP, PMP) are a plus.
• Proven ability to work independently and collaboratively in a remote, cross-functional environment.

What Makes a Candidate Highly Successful in This Role:

• A track record of leveraging data to drive measurable sustainability and social impact outcomes.
• Experience leading or supporting audit readiness, regulatory reporting, and stakeholder engagement at scale.
• Strong project management skills and the ability to drive process improvements.
• Demonstrated mentorship and technical leadership within complex data environments.
• Background in ESG for large corporations or technology companies.

Why Work with Team Red Dog?
At Team Red Dog, we prioritize people and maintain relationships with some of the world’s most inspiring companies and organizations. We offer opportunities that align with your unique skills, strengths, and passions. If you’re seeking a role with executive visibility, meaningful impact, and professional growth, we encourage you to apply!

• Health insurance (medical, dental, vision, and life)
• Employer-matched 401K plan
• Paid time off and holidays
• Profit sharing

Estimated Start Date: Immediate
Location: Remote (PST preferred, not required)
Rate: $10,800–$11,800/month
Job #2272

At Team Red Dog, we are dedicated to cultivating a diverse and inclusive workforce. We are committed to providing equal opportunities to everyone, regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, age, religion, sexual orientation, disability, or any other characteristic. If you need accommodation during the recruitment process, reach out to [e-mail], and we will work to ensure an accessible experience. We strictly adhere to federal, state, and local laws to maintain a workplace free from discrimination and harassment.
We offer competitive compensation aligned with U.S. industry standards, and our final offer will reflect the candidate’s location, job-specific skills, experience, and knowledge.

• All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for sponsorship.
• Team Red Dog is an E-Verify employer.
• Employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a reference and background check.
• Please no solicitations from C2C or recruiting firms.

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