Sustainability Specialist - Verisk

We help the world see new possibilities and inspire change for better tomorrows. Our analytic solutions bridge content, data, and analytics to help business, people, and society become stronger, more resilient, and sustainable.

We are seeking a detail oriented and analytical Sustainability Specialist to join our corporate sustainability team. Under the direction and guidance of the Corporate Sustainability Manager, the Sustainability Specialist will be responsible for collecting, validating, analyzing, and reporting greenhouse gas emissions, and other environmental data, as part of our annual emissions inventory. This role will play a key part in our efforts to measure, manage, and reduce our carbon footprint and drive progress towards our sustainability goals.

The ideal candidate will have a demonstrated background and interest in GHG’s and sustainability, and a desire for continuous learning. This role also requires strong collaboration and stakeholder engagement skills to build support across business units and departments and support the company’s ambitious sustainability goals.

This role will be based in Jersey City, NJ at our Headquarters. Verisk has a flexible in office and at home work schedule.

Key Responsibilities:

• Manages and coordinates the company’s annual emissions inventory (covering Scope 1, 2, and 3) and collection of other environmental data.
• Identify opportunities to improve data quality and processes and drive continuous improvement of the annual emissions inventory.
• Support the development and implementation of strategies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and enhance overall sustainability performance and progress against sustainability goals.
• Analyze emissions trends over time and identify opportunities for emission reductions and efficiency improvements.
• Engage and build relationships with a cross-functional team of internal and external stakeholders, including teams from global business units, real estate, finance, and third party partners, to ensure comprehensive data collection.
• Stay up to date on all emerging trends, best practices, and regulatory requirements related to GHG accounting and reporting.
• Assist with sustainability reporting efforts, including responses to surveys, questionnaires, and disclosure frameworks (e.g., CDP, ISSB).
• Support the team on other projects as needed.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, or related field; or equivalent experience (Advanced degree preferred)
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in greenhouse gas accounting, environmental data management, or related field (experience with SBTi and Net Zero preferred)
• Strong understanding of greenhouse gas accounting principles, methodologies, and protocols; renewable energy, offsets, and energy efficiency
• Excellent organizational and analytical skills with the ability to perform data analysis and identify gaps and trends in data
• Keen attention to detail and accuracy
• Effective communication skills with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical audiences
• Ability to work independently and be self-driven, but also work well in a cross-functional team environment
• A demonstrated passion and commitment to sustainable business practices
• A willingness to learn, be flexible, and adapt as needed
• Proficient at Microsoft Office and other applicable applications (experience with sustainability software platforms is a plus)

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For over 50 years, Verisk has been the leading data analytics and technology partner to the global insurance industry by delivering value to our clients through expertise and scale. We empower communities and businesses to make better decisions on risk, faster.

At Verisk, you'll have the chance to use your voice and build a rewarding career that's as unique as you are, with work flexibility and the support, coaching, and training you need to succeed. 

For the eighth consecutive year, Verisk is proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work® for outstanding workplace culture in the US, fourth consecutive year in the UK, Spain, and India, and second consecutive year in Poland.  We value learning, caring and results and make inclusivity and diversity a top priority.  In addition to our Great Place to Work® Certification, we’ve been recognized by The Wall Street Journal as one of the Best-Managed Companies and by Forbes as a World’s Best Employer and Best Employer for Women, testaments to the value we place on workplace culture.

We’re 7,000 people strong.  We relentlessly and ethically pursue innovation. And we are looking for people like you to help us translate big data into big ideas. Join us and create an exceptional experience for yourself and a better tomorrow for future generations.

Verisk Businesses

Underwriting Solutions — provides underwriting and rating solutions for auto and property, general liability, and excess and surplus to assess and price risk with speed and precision

Claims Solutions — supports end-to-end claims handling with analytic and automation tools that streamline workflow, improve claims management, and support better customer experiences

Property Estimating Solutions — offers property estimation software and tools for professionals in estimating all phases of building and repair to make day-to-day workflows the most efficient

Extreme Event Solutions — provides risk modeling solutions to help individuals, businesses, and society become more resilient to extreme events.

Specialty Business Solutions — provides an integrated suite of software for full end-to-end management of insurance and reinsurance business, helping companies manage their businesses through efficiency, flexibility, and data governance

Marketing Solutions — delivers data and insights to improve the reach, timing, relevance, and compliance of every consumer engagement

Life Insurance Solutions – offers end-to-end, data insight-driven core capabilities for carriers, distribution, and direct customers across the entire policy lifecycle of life and annuities for both individual and group.

Verisk Maplecroft — provides intelligence on sustainability, resilience, and ESG, helping people, business, and societies become stronger

Verisk Analytics is an equal opportunity employer.

All members of the Verisk Analytics family of companies are equal opportunity employers. We consider all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, veteran's status, age or disability. Verisk’s minimum hiring age is 18 except in countries with a higher age limit subject to applicable law.

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