Sustainability Strategy Analyst – Remote Options

SBA Communications; Rhode Island; On-site; USD 69,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with company match

Equity opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Parental leave

Wellness programs

Paid time off and holidays

Remote workdays

Education assistance and professional/

Job summary

SBA Communications seeks a Corporate Sustainability Strategy Analyst to research industry trends, regulations, and opportunities, driving objectives and reporting commitments. You will contribute to initiatives aligning environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance with corporate goals.

The role requires analytical skills, collaboration across departments, and support for emissions accounting and risk mitigation.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required; Master's preferred.
• Experience in corporate sustainability reporting.
• Exposure to industry standards (GRI, SASB, IFRS S1/S2) per job listing.
• Ability to conduct research and data collection related to sustainability strategies.
• Foundational business acumen and strong communication skills.
• Experience supporting sustainability reporting activities for publicly listed companies.
• Strong analytical and teamwork abilities.
• Knowledge of emissions accounting under GHG Protocol is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Support execution of sustainability strategy aligned with business goals.
• Assist in developing the annual Sustainability Report in line with standards.
• Prepare presentations and management reports.
• Research industry trends and regulations to inform objectives.
• Support renewable energy strategy implementation to meet targets.
• Deliver cross-functional sustainability assignments.
• Analyze KPIs to measure initiative impact.
• Report project outcomes and suggest improvements.
• Support shareholder engagement discussions on sustainability with investors.
• Draft responses to rating agencies and customers to optimize ratings.
• Collaborate with operations, accounting, and commercial teams.
• Research legislation and standards to ensure compliance across markets.
• Support climate risk assessments and data reporting under frameworks.
• Collect and verify quantitative and qualitative sustainability data.
• Contribute to emissions accounting for Scopes 1-3 per GHG Protocol.
• Prepare periodic progress reports for workstreams.
• Identify efficiency and cost-saving opportunities.
• Review external statements and policies annually.
• Foster collaborative, innovative work environment and mentor juniors.
• Encourage sustainable practices across the company.

Skills

Analytical skills

Research capability

Communication

Team collaboration

Problem solving

Data collection

Stakeholder engagement

Sustainability awareness

Education

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

Master's degree in relevant discipline preferred

Job description

SBA Communications seeks a Corporate Sustainability Strategy Analyst to research industry trends, regulations, and opportunities, driving objectives and reporting commitments. You will contribute to initiatives aligning environmental stewardship, social responsibility, and governance with corporate goals.

The role requires analytical skills, collaboration across departments, and support for emissions accounting and risk mitigation.