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Western Digital · 2 days ago

Sustainability Data and Governance Lead

positionSan Jose, CA
timeFull-time
remoteOnsite
senioritySenior Level
money$120K/yr - $160K/yr
date7+ years exp

Western Digital is a leading technology company focused on innovation and sustainability. They are seeking a Sustainability Data and Governance Lead to develop and implement ESG data management strategies, ensuring compliance with global regulations and enhancing data reporting efficiency.

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Responsibilities

Stay informed on the latest developments in global sustainability disclosure regulations and requirements
Support development of compliance strategies and roadmap
Support regulatory gap assessments and gap closure work streams, such as double materiality assessment, EU taxonomy analysis, and climate risk assessment and mitigation
Support compliant reporting development and submission
Own and continuously refine ESG strategy data, including risks and opportunities, materiality, and EU taxonomy data
Establish and evolve comprehensive ESG data management strategy and infrastructure based on regulatory requirements
Engage relevant teams and stakeholders to collect required data and ensure data integrity and completeness
Drive selection and implementation of ESG reporting tools, integration, and automation for integrated reporting purposes
Develop and implement ESG data governance and control frameworks, including policies, methodologies, and procedures for data collection, validation, and reporting
Engage auditors and lead 3rd party assurance on all ESG related disclosures
Collaborate with Finance to integrate ESG data into annual management reporting and financial filings
Ensure that ESG-related commitments and claims are supported by robust analysis and action plans
Develop and implement strategies to enhance data reporting efficiency and effectiveness on an ongoing basis, including potential use of AI tooling
Enhance data collection processes for voluntary reporting purposes, including annual sustainability reports, CDP, and S&P CSA
Provide high-quality, meaningful, and timely ESG data metrics for stakeholder engagement, executive presentation, and sales enablement purposes

Qualification

Data managementGovernanceReporting regulationsData analyticsProject managementWork ethicsResilienceAttention to detailSelf-starterResults-oriented

Required

Bachelor's degree in Environmental Science, Economics, Mathematics, Data Analytics, Accounting, Finance, OR a similar field with quantitative coursework
7+ years of experience in ESG data management, analytics, and disclosure
Proven record in developing effective ESG data management strategies and processes, and delivering successful 3rd party data verification
Expert-level involvement in implementing ESG governance and controls
Proven expertise in ESG frameworks, standards and regulations (e.g. TCFD, ESRS, ISSB, etc.), including a strong understanding of their requirements and application in reporting
Strong attention to detail and a high degree of accuracy
Strong working ethics
Excellent project management skills, and ability to execute in a complex, fast-paced large corporate environment
Natural affinity to be reflective, to learn from challenges, and demonstrate resilience
Highly motivated, self-starter, results-oriented with the ability to work on multiple deliverables at the same time and drive projects to completion

Preferred

Master's degree is a plus
Advanced certifications or qualifications in sustainability (e.g., standards, ESG certifications) or finance (e.g. CFA) are a plus

Benefits

Competitive compensation package and benefits.

Company

Western Digital

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Western Digital helps customers capture, preserve, access, and transform an ever-increasing diversity of data.
dateFounded in 1970
location
Milpitas, California, USA
people-size10001+ employees
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https://www.westerndigital.com

H1B Sponsorship

Western Digital has a track record of offering H1B sponsorships. Please note that this does not guarantee sponsorship for this specific role. Below presents additional info for your reference. (Data Powered by US Department of Labor)
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Funding

Current Stage
Public Company
Total Funding
$901.37M
2023-10-31Post Ipo Debt· $1.37M
2023-01-31Post Ipo Equity· $900M
2015-09-30Post Ipo Equity

Leadership Team

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Sesh Tirumala
SVP, CIO
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Alvin B. Phillips
Founder

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