ESG Governance and Operations Analyst

At U.S. Bank, we’re on a journey to do our best. Helping the customers and businesses we serve to make better and smarter financial decisions and enabling the communities we support to grow and succeed. We believe it takes all of us to bring our shared ambition to life, and each person is unique in their potential. A career with U.S. Bank gives you a wide, ever-growing range of opportunities to discover what makes you thrive at every stage of your career. Try new things, learn new skills and discover what you excel at—all from Day One.

Job Description

This role is hybrid. Team members who are in a hybrid role typically spend three days a week at a U.S. Bank location, while having flexibility on their work location for the other working days. This position is not eligible for visa sponsorship.

The Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) Program Office is part of U.S. Bank’s Corporate Social Responsibility Team and works to meet stakeholder expectations and set a strong standard amongst peers. The ESG Program Office team is responsible for delivering in three critical areas: (1) Enterprise-Wide ESG strategy, transformation, and integration (2) reporting and disclosures (3) external partnerships and engagement.

The ESG Governance & Operational Project Manager will assist the ESG Governance and Reporting Lead with workflow related to risk and vendor management. This role will also assist, as needed, with policies and governance around key ESG meetings and processes. The ESG Reporting & Governance Analyst will be responsible for identifying and documenting risk within the ESG program, as well as tracking progress to mitigate.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

• Manage records within U.S. Bank’s risk management tracking system for the ESG program office and ensure all reporting deadlines are met.
• Engage with 2nd and 3rd line risk partners to communicate and document new programs and/ or risks associated with current work.
• Coordinate with internal partners on annual policy approvals that fall under the purview of the ESG Committee.
• Stay informed on the changing landscape of ESG including emerging trends, stakeholder expectations, and rating/ranking criteria.
• Benchmark and monitor trends to improve U.S. Bank’s ESG standing.
• Assist with workflow and updates related to the annual SOX process.
• Manage internal procurement process for new vendors, including requests for proposals.

Basic Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field.
• 3 or more years of project management experience.
• Experience working within the Workiva platform.
• Experience with SOX level controls and documentation.
• Understanding of external ESG reporting frameworks such as GRI, SASB and TCFD.
• Well-developed reporting, oral written and communication skills.
• Experience working across a large organization and with a wide variety of stakeholders.
• Previous risk experience in a large organization.
• Experience working within the Archer platform.

Preferred Skills/Experience

• Demonstrated interpersonal skills to partner with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to identify gaps and opportunities within the ESG risk processes.
• Highly motivated self-starter with excellent time management skills and the ability to effectively manage multiple priorities and timelines.
• High level of significant independent decision-making ability.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic and evolving work environment.
• Well-developed analytical and problem-solving skills.

If there’s anything we can do to accommodate a disability during any portion of the application or hiring process, please refer to our disability accommodations for applicants.

Learn how the way we work at U.S. Bank drives meaningful relationships with our customers and collaboration across the company.

Benefits:

Our approach to benefits and total rewards considers our team members’ whole selves and what may be needed to thrive in and outside work. That’s why our benefits are designed to help you and your family boost your health, protect your financial security and give you peace of mind. Our benefits include the following (some may vary based on role, location or hours):

• Healthcare (medical, dental, vision)
• Basic term and optional term life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• Pregnancy disability and parental leave
• 401(k) and employer-funded retirement plan
• Paid vacation (from two to five weeks depending on salary grade and tenure)
• Up to 11 paid holiday opportunities

Adoption assistance

Sick and Safe Leave accruals of one hour for every 30 worked, up to 80 hours per calendar year unless otherwise provided by law

EEO is the Law

U.S. Bank is an equal opportunity employer committed to creating a diverse workforce. We consider all qualified applicants without regard to race, religion, color, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or veteran status, among other factors. Applicants can learn more about the company’s status as an equal opportunity employer by viewing the federal KNOW YOUR RIGHTS EEO poster.

E-Verify

U.S. Bank participates in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security E-Verify program in all facilities located in the United States and certain U.S. territories. The E-Verify program is an Internet-based employment eligibility verification system operated by the U.S. Citizenship and Immigration Services. Learn more about the E-Verify program.

The salary range reflects figures based on the primary location, which is listed first. The actual range for the role may differ based on the location of the role. In addition to salary, US Bank offers a comprehensive benefits package, including incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase 401k contribution and pension (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Pay Range: $99,365.00 - $116,900.00 - $128,590.00

To Apply

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