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Location: US, Mexico, or the UK.

The SBTi’s Target Validation Team is looking for new team members passionate about corporate climate action and experienced in GHG emissions. The validation team is based in 7 countries and works remotely, creating an exciting virtual environment.

Key responsibilities include:

• Conduct in-depth assessments of corporate emission reduction targets to ensure their alignment with the level of ambition set in the Paris Agreement and SBTi criteria;
• Serve as the lead contact for corporations throughout target reviews to request additional information and clarification needed for target assessment, answer technical questions, and provide updates on the validation process;
• Support with analyses of trends on corporate emission reduction targets reported through all partner organizations and the Science Based Targets initiative;
• Update internal databases with company and target information.

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Location: East Coast of US, Mexico, UK, Spain, Netherlands, Singapore or Japan.

The SBTi is seeking Engagement and Customer Support Managers to help companies seeking subject matter expertise relating to the target validation process and the application of SBTi standards. These positions will be critical to improving the customer experience for companies interacting with SBTi Services, ensuring they understand the SBTi requirements for setting science-based targets and have support to discuss technical queries such as target updates, application of sector standards, or bioenergy accounting.

Key responsibilities include:

• Technical Support: Provide prompt, accurate technical assistance to companies navigating the validation process for their science-based targets. Answer inquiries regarding the interpretation and application of SBTi standards and guidelines, including sector-specific standards and nuances.
• Customer Engagement: Build and maintain strong relationships with companies undergoing validation. Proactively reach out to customers to offer support and guidance before and following the validation process and at key milestones in the customer journey.
• Executive Communication: Engage directly with executives and sustainability managers at client companies, demonstrating a high level of professionalism and expertise. Conduct calls and meetings to address technical questions and provide strategic guidance on setting ambitious science-based targets.

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Location: UK, Germany, East Coast USA, Mexico.

As the Insurance Subject Matter Expert, the position will focus on finalizing the FINZ standard, working with (re)insurance companies to set FINZ insurance underwriting targets, collaborating with SBTi Corporate and Sector teams to ensure coherence and consistency, and managing one junior SBTi staff.

Key responsibilities include:

• The finalization, publication, and socialization of the insurance components of the SBTi’s new FINZ Standard.

• Lead the development of an Explanatory Note providing additional support on the implementation of the Standard for insurance underwriting.

• Support for the SBTi Target Validation Team (TVT) to develop the Criteria Assessment Indicators for insurance underwriting targets.

Location: Mexico.

The Science Based Targets (SBTi) initiative is looking for a Talent Acquisition Specialist to support the recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring a seamless experience for both candidates and hiring managers, and contributing to the growth of our team.

Key responsibilities include:

• Successfully source and onboard high-quality candidates, ensuring that recruitment timelines are met.

• Enhance candidate experience by implementing efficient communication and feedback processes.

• Build a strong talent pipeline for critical roles to ensure proactive hiring needs are met.

• Improve the time-to-hire metrics through streamlined screening and interview processes.

Location: Mexico.

The Science Based Targets (SBTi) initiative is looking for an Organizational Development Specialist to support driving organizational initiatives aimed at fostering a positive and inclusive workplace culture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ensure successful change management at the organizational level through different initiatives.

• Improve Employee engagement through the implementation of strategies and initiatives based on organizational culture.

• Implement talent programs and policies to ensure Talent Development at the organization.

• Guarantee HR process implementation and organizational policies.

Location: Mexico.

The post holder will support our People and Culture team, work independently, and take a hands-on People approach to assist colleagues across all countries.

Key responsibilities include:

• Provide HR guidance to team members and managers, setting high expectations of behavior and performance.

• Work with the HR Business Partner, and colleagues to provide employee relations advice on global policies and procedures.

• Ensure accuracy and timeliness in processing employee changes, joiners, and leavers.

• Manage and drive benefit programs spanning our locations.

Location: UK

The Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) is seeking an Operations Coordinator to support the operational and administrative processes of our rapidly growing Impact Department. This role involves developing and operationalizing the department’s work plan, implementing a project management system to track tasks, goals, and milestones, managing internal reporting on the department’s objectives and key results (OKRs), coordinating logistics, and providing administrative support for major internal and external events, communicating effectively with other departments, and supporting team culture.

Key responsibilities include:

• Support the department to promote a healthy and productive team culture, e.g. team-building activities, reward & recognition structures, and self-care ideas.
• Manage the scheduling and agenda of regular department and team meetings

• Provide administrative and coordination support for major international events such as COP (Conference of the Parties), Climate Week NYC, and other high-profile climate and sustainability conferences.

• Routine progress reporting, preparing reports and presentations to communicate the status of Impact Department OKRs to the wider organization on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis.

  
  

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Location: UK, Netherlands, or Germany.

The Science Based Targets Initiative (SBTi) seeks a Built Environment Engagement Specialist to drive engagement with companies, industry associations, civil society, and other global stakeholders. This pivotal role will contribute to the SBTi's mission of promoting science-based emissions reduction targets across the built environment sector and catalyzing sustainability efforts across global economies.

Key responsibilities include:

• Develop a Built Environmental engagement strategy that promotes adopting the SBTi building standards by identifying and prioritizing sub-sectors, regions, and organizations for engagement and identifying, initiating, and developing partnerships.

• Continuously understand SBTi's evolving building standards, guidance, tools, and ongoing consultations.

• Collaborate closely with priority companies in the sector to provide expert guidance and support, addressing their inquiries and needs promptly.