Sustainability Data Analyst

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way . Our people at JLL are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology for our clients. We are committed to hiring the best, most talented people and empowering them to thrive, grow meaningful careers and to find a place where they belong. Whether you’ve got deep experience in commercial real estate, skilled trades or technology, or you’re looking to apply your relevant experience to a new industry, join our team as we help shape a brighter way forward. Sustainability Data Analyst Location: Boston-based (hybrid, 2 days a week on-site) Team: Sustainability Team Reports to: Senior Director, Sustainability Team What this job involves - JLL's Corporate Sustainability team is seeking a Data Analyst to support greenhouse gas emissions quantification, data management, and audit compliance operations. This role will play a critical execution-focused function, maintaining existing calculations while supporting the team's transition of GHG calculation methodologies from Excel/Power Query to a code-based environment in Databricks. The ideal candidate combines hands-on GHG quantification experience with strong Excel/Power Query skills, Python and SQL proficiency, and experience building data pipelines within an enterprise system. This is an opportunity to contribute to JLL's expanding ESG reporting requirements and help build scalable, automated data systems for corporate sustainability. This candidate also needs strong communication and collaboration skills with demonstrated proficiency. What is your day-to-day? Calculation Maintenance & Data Processing • Maintain and update Excel-based calculation workbooks using Power Query across reporting cycles • Process, validate, and move data through quantification workflows from collection to final calculations • Conduct quality assurance checks on emissions calculations and datasets • Perform greenhouse gas emissions calculations across Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories • Research and apply GHG calculation methodologies as needed Methodology Transition to Code-Based Environment • Support the continued evolution of GHG calculation methodologies from Excel/Power Query to Python and SQL-based code in Databricks • Build and maintain data pipelines within JLL’s enterprise data platform to support automated calculation workflows • Translate calculation logic into Python and SQL, ensuring accuracy and consistency with existing methodologies • Test and validate migrated calculations against legacy Excel outputs • Capability to see where additional process or other data improvements will improve our calculation or data management approach Operations & Documentation • Track data collection progress and manage internal workflow coordination • Support audit compliance by organizing documentation and maintaining records • Assist with ad hoc internal data requests and reporting requirements • Manage workstream trackers and ensure timely delivery of operational tasks • Communicate and engage effectively with various internal stakeholders Data Quality & Improvement • Collaborate on JLL client emissions data improvement initiatives (Scope 3 Category 11) in preparation for expanded audit scope • Identify data quality issues and support resolution efforts across internal stakeholders Required Qualifications • Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental science, sustainability, data analytics, engineering, computer science, or related field • Experience: 1-3 years of professional experience in ESG, sustainability, or environmental data management • GHG Quantification: Hands-on experience performing greenhouse gas emissions calculations (industry-specific experience in real estate or corporate emissions preferred) • Excel & Power Query: Strong proficiency in Excel with demonstrated ability to build and maintain complex Power Query-based calculation workbooks • Coding Skills: Professional experience with Python and SQL • Enterprise Data Pipelines: Demonstrated experience building and maintaining data pipelines within Databricks or a comparable enterprise data platform • Data Management: Proven ability to handle data quality control, validation, and workflow coordination across multiple data sources • Collaboration & Communication: Strong communication and time management skills with ability to manage multiple concurrent workstreams in a fast-paced environment Preferred Qualifications • Direct experience with Databricks • Experience transitioning analytical workflows from Excel to code-based environments • Experience with audit processes and documentation requirements • Exposure to Scope 3 emissions quantification and data improvement approaches, particularly client-related emissions (Category 11) • Knowledge of Workiva or similar ESG reporting platforms What Success Looks Like First 90 Days • Assist in data processing and preparation for emissions quantification workflows • Replicate, maintain, and update Excel-based calculation workbooks independently • Successfully execute calculations for straightforward emissions categories during the first quantification cycle • Demonstrate effective coordination and administrative support across data workflows 6-12 Months • Take ownership of multiple emissions categories and calculation processes • Contribute meaningfully to the calculation transition to Databricks • Support client emissions data improvement initiatives • Execute reliably during high-volume reporting periods Who Thrives in This Role We're looking for someone who: • Executes reliably during high-volume reporting periods and can prioritize effectively across multiple workstreams • Communicates proactively about challenges, progress, and ideas with the team • Works effectively in a distributed team environment and is comfortable collaborating remotely across different locations and time zones • Takes ow