Analyst, Impact

ESG Data Collection & Quality Assurance

• Maintain the internal investment database of asset ESG attributes including certifications renewable energy efficiency measures and tenant wellness programming for global assets under management pushing validated data for quarterly reporting
• Gather analyze and report monthly utility consumption data for US Canadian and European assets and run the quality review process using pre-defined error rules to identify outliers and gaps
• Engage with third-party operators and their vendors to fix issues and streamline data submissions escalate non-compliance and project-manage resolution reporting
• Manage ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager by organizing asset profiles conducting data quality checks coordinating with vendors to support data flows and generating reports for analysis and disclosure
• Strengthen data governance and collection processes by resolving quality issues onboarding providers aligning templates with reporting standards and maintaining process documentation.

Reporting & Disclosures

• Support the preparation of annual GRESB submissions for each Fund including managing the performance data preparation
• Conduct the annual greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory for corporate offices and track carbon emissions performance against Firm and Fund-level targets
• Support internal and external ESG reporting including providing metrics for investor due diligence questionnaires (DDQs) the annual Corporate Impact Report and fund reporting
• Monitor key performance and risk indicators and support assurance activities internal reviews and audits by evaluating controls compliance and data integrity

Analytics Insights & Value Creation

• Develop dashboards reports and visualizations for internal reporting analytics and compliance tracking
• Analyze data from multiple sources to identify trends and performance insights with a focus on quantifying value and translate findings into clear actionable recommendations
• Support data analysis across environmental and social programs including healthy building certifications (Fitwel) and social impact scorecards

Research & Team Support

• Conduct research on market-level risks and opportunities including benchmarking and building performance standards carbon taxes incentives and new building codes to support investment diligence and business planning
• Assist on other projects in the day-to-day operation of the Impact team including asset capital planning reviews that support ongoing efficiency and cost reduction priorities

Required

• Bachelors degree in data analytics statistics business finance economics environmental science sustainability or a related field
• Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; additional certifications or prior internship experience in real estate private equity banking or sustainable finance is a plus
• Training in data analytics; advanced Excel skills and experience managing large datasets with strong attention to detail
• Proficiency in Microsoft Word Excel PowerPoint and Power BI
• Project manager mentality and willingness to pick up the phone to solve a problem
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to explain complex data clearly
• Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally with Asset Management Portfolio Management and Transactions
• Highly motivated organized and self-directed and eager to learn all facets of real estate investing and ESG

Preferred

• Experience with carbon accounting ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager GRESB and IFRS ISSB
• Familiarity with ESG frameworks such as GRI and SASB and willingness to keep pace with evolving regulations standards and industry trends
• Knowledge of green buildings corporate social responsibility and the integration of ESG risks into investment diligence
• Demonstrated passion for ESG through coursework campus involvement internships or similar