Senior Manager – Environmental Sustainability

Description

There’s never been a more exciting time to join United Airlines. We’re on a path towards becoming the best airline in the history of aviation. Our shared purpose – Connecting People, Uniting the World – is about more than getting people from one place to another. It also means that as a global company that operates in hundreds of locations around the world with millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees, we have a unique responsibility to uplift and provide opportunities in the places where we work, live and fly, and we can only do that with a truly diverse and inclusive workforce. And we’re growing – in the years ahead, we’ll hire tens of thousands of people across every area of the airline. Our careers include a competitive benefits package aimed at keeping you happy, healthy and well-traveled. From employee-run “Business Resource Group” communities to world-class benefits and privileges like space available travel, United is truly a one-of-a-kind place to work. Are you ready to travel the world? 

At United, we take bold action. And our Government, Corporate and Environmental Affairs team are the driving force behind our efforts to make change happen! By working closely with the US government and coordinating grassroots advocacy efforts, our Corporate and Government Affairs team represents United on public policy and legislative issues. And our Environmental Affairs team is equally working hard to shape an environmentally sustainable future. Together these teams advocate for a cleaner, safer, and more optimistic future for our airline, our employees, and the millions of customers we serve all around the globe.

Job overview and responsibilities

Responsible for working with leadership on sustainability planning and strategic development to drive progress towards meeting United’s environmental objectives. In coordination with United leadership, define and lead the environmental disclosure strategy, inclusive of ESG reporting obligations, data aggregation processes and associated controls. This role is responsible for the reporting and tracking of our ESG performance relative to our sustainability commitments, with a key focus on production of high integrity data, communicating with accuracy and consistency, and compliance with relevant regulatory expectations. Relying on applicable expertise, maintain awareness of the full ESG landscape to drive standard processes and continuous improvement in United’s ability to communicate our environmental leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional leaders to drive transparency of our Scope 3 emissions and integration of sustainability into United’s supply chain such that it’s reflective of our decarbonization strategy and in compliance with regulatory requirements. Represent United and United’s sustainability strategy through engagements, as required

• Collaborate and implement programs and projects that further United’s thought leadership on decarbonizing air travel through direct engagement, policy advocacy, data management and analysis, digital tools and resources, strategic partnerships, and more
• Lead and manage disclosure requirements in response to current and emerging applicable ESG regulatory compliance obligations at the state and federal level and internationally
• Drive climate related ESG responsibilities and associated data tracking, analysis and reporting of greenhouse gas emissions inventory and other environmental metrics
• Foster a culture of high integrity disclosures by incorporating best practices relative to data management, transparent and accurate communications, and compliance with relevant regulatory and applicable stakeholder expectations
• Apply expertise in full landscape of ESG disclosure frameworks and standards, including but not limited to TCFD, CDP, SASB, etc.
• Develop and implement United’s external engagement strategy relative to ESG rating agencies, investors and other key collaborators
• Manage and analyze progress against goals with a focus on continued optimization. Engage with and represent United to key external organizations across corporations, non-profits, government entities, industry and more
• Understand key trends, market developments, sustainability commitments, and other relevant developments to inform strategic decision-making
• Support internal and external briefings and communications as appropriate
• Committed to a creating and sustaining a culture of continuous improvement and innovation
• Model integrity, possess self-awareness and foster an environment of accountability
• Provide transparent communication to department staff, leadership, and stakeholders
• Establish individual goals that align with United’s climate ambition: net zero carbon emissions by 2050
• Use technical knowledge and experience to provide decision-making and guidance in strategic implementation of strategy and programs

This position is offered on local terms and conditions. Expatriate assignments and sponsorship for employment visas, even on a time-limited visa status, will not be awarded.

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Qualifications

United values diverse experiences, perspectives, and we encourage everyone who meets the minimum qualifications to apply. While having the “desired” qualifications make for a stronger candidate, we encourage applicants who may not feel they check ALL of those boxes! We are always looking for individuals who will bring something new to the table!

Required 

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental sciences/policy or related area
• Considerable experience of environmental or ESG (including active and emerging ESG regulations, disclosure frameworks, and standards)
• Knowledge of GHG accounting methodologies
• Strong business and financial acumen to evaluate potential strategies and opportunities relevant to our business
• Experience in evaluating complex business challenges and developing pragmatic solutions
• Experience with stakeholder engagement with key groups including communities, government officials, NGOs, employees, etc
• General understanding of environmental regulations and sustainability
• Strong interpersonal and judgment skills to lead cross-divisional teams towards collective
• Strong analytical skills, strategic/innovative thinking, and long-term vision
• Ability to “scan the horizon” and apply risk/benefit approach to emerging issues
• Strong communication and presentation skills with experience presenting to senior management and/or external audiences required
• Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
• Ability to travel 10-20% for training or meetings
• Must be legally authorized to work in United Kingdom for any employer without sponsorship
• Must be fluent in English (written and spoken)
• Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
• Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

Preferred

• Master’s degree
• Airline or hard-to-abate industry experience preferred
• Experience with fuel network, procurement background, greenhouse gas inventory or admission
• Experience working in highly collaborative settings preferred
• Leadership and people management experience preferred

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