Senior Manager – Sustainability

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

Lead the development and delivery of United’s voluntary and regulatory environmental disclosures, including the company’s greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory and related public reporting. Manage initiatives that strengthen the accuracy, transparency, and timeliness of climate disclosures while reinforcing United’s leadership in environmental sustainability.
Drive continuous improvement of business processes supporting climate disclosure and GHG inventory development, including automation, internal controls, governance, and portfolio management. Apply strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills to coordinate cross-functional teams and deliver high-quality disclosures on schedule.
Recommend strategies that ensure compliance with evolving regulatory requirements while using voluntary reporting to highlight business value and sustainability leadership. Collaborate with senior internal and external stakeholders to support successful execution and contribute to broader sustainability initiatives as needed.

This position is Chicago-based hybrid and requires 3 days in office weekly.

What’s needed to succeed (Minimum Qualifications):

Bachelor’s degree
Bachelor’s degree in environmental studies/policy, business management or related area
Minimum of 5 years of sustainability experience in corporate environmental sustainability, with a focus on developing GHG disclosures; minimum of 3 years experience in project management and leadership
Knowledge of and experience implementing GHG accounting methodologies
Knowledge of and experience implementing climate reporting best practices
Strong project management skills
Strong analytical skills
Strong presentation skills, with experience communicating to senior leadership and/or external audiences
Skill in evaluating complex business challenges and developing pragmatic solutions
Strong interpersonal and judgment skills to lead cross-divisional teams towards collective
Proficient computer skills including Word, Excel, Outlook, and PowerPoint
Ability to travel up to 10%
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States for any employer without sponsorship
Successful completion of interview required to meet job qualification
Reliable, punctual attendance is an essential function of the position

The base pay range for this role is $127,870.00 to $166,492.00.

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