Mid-Level ESG and Sustainability Senior Data Program Manager - 153541-1

Lucid Consulting Group; United States; Remote; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting group is seeking a Mid-Level ESG and Sustainability Senior Data Program Manager to enhance data governance and management practices. The role involves driving sustainability initiatives aligned with ESG goals and collaborating with cross-functional teams to leverage data for impactful decision-making.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of experience in data management with a focus on sustainability.
• Proven track record of managing complex data management projects.
• Experience leveraging data for actionable insights.

Responsibilities

• Oversee ESG data management and governance.
• Develop and implement data management strategies.
• Engage with stakeholders to improve data maturity.

Skills

Data Management

Sustainability

ESG Principles

Data Governance

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Analytical Skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Bachelor's degree in Data Science

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

Data Analysis Tools

Data Visualization Tools

Job description

Mid-Level ESG and Sustainability Senior Data Program Manager - 153541-1

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Job Title: Mid-Level ESG and Sustainability Senior Data Program Manager - 153541-1
Location: REMOTE (PST preferred)
Schedule: M-F, 40 HR
Duration/Start Date: 7/1/2025
Salary: $63.81/hour

Candidates with previous experience working at Microsoft Corporation, either as a full-time employee (FTE) or contractor, are strongly preferred.

ESG and Sustainability Senior Data Program Manager

Overview: The CO+I Business Group at Microsoft is seeking a highly skilled and experienced ESG and Sustainability Data Manager to oversee ESG data management and governance. This role is critical in driving our sustainability initiatives and ensuring that our data management practices align with our ESG goals. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data management, governance, and a passion for sustainability. The individual will also be responsible for engaging with stakeholders across the business group to improve data maturity and drive audit readiness, in addition to enabling data analysis and performance tracking towards Microsoft's sustainability commitments and regulatory requirements.

Responsibilities:

• Oversee ESG data management and governance within the CO+I Business Group.
• Develop and implement data management strategies to ensure data quality, integrity, and security.
• Engage with stakeholders across the business group to improve data maturity and drive audit readiness.
• Enable data analysis and performance tracking towards Microsoft's sustainability commitments and regulatory requirements.
• Drive innovative approaches and data analysis to create actionable impact towards sustainability and ESG performance.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, product management, and sustainability experts, to define and execute data management plans.
• Ensure that all data management practices meet the highest standards of quality, performance, and security.
• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to team members.
• Communicate project status, risks, and opportunities to stakeholders and senior management.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners.

Required/Minimum Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7+ years of experience in data management, with a focus on sustainability and ESG data.
• Proven track record of managing complex data management projects.
• Strong understanding of sustainability and ESG principles and practices.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proven experience in stakeholder management, project management and change management.
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Experience leveraging data to garner actionable insights to drive actionable decisions.
• Experience with data modeling, data governance, and data security best practices.
• Familiarity with data analysis and data visualization tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Master's degree in Sustainability, Data Science, Project Management, Engineering, or a related field.
• Experience working in the technology industry, particularly in a cloud computing environment.
• Knowledge of Microsoft technologies and platforms.
• Experience with data governance frameworks and best practices.
• Certification in data management, change management or project management (e.g., CDMP, PMP).
• Passion for sustainability and a commitment to making a positive impact on the environment.

Top 3 Hard Skills Required + Years of Experience
1. Minimum 5+ years experience with sustainability
2. Minimum 5+ years experience with sustainability data sets and data analysis,with a focus on sustainability and ESG data.
3. Minimum 5+ years experience with data visualization skills

Hard Skills Assessments
1. Expected Dates that Hard Skills Assessments will be scheduled: week of the 22nd
2. Hard Skills Assessment Process: The assessment process will include TBD but likely 2 rounds
3. Required Candidate Preparation: N/A