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Environmental Sustainability Manager

2 months ago

Washington, United States UnitedHealth Group Full time

UnitedHealth Group is a prominent health care and wellness organization committed to enhancing health outcomes for millions globally. Our company consists of two interrelated divisions, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, focused on creating a more effective health system for all. Here, your contributions are vital as they will aid in transforming health care for future generations. Join a diverse team that shares your dedication to making a difference. Together, we can Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Environmental Sustainability Manager at UnitedHealth Group will work under the guidance of the Environmental Sustainability Lead within the ESG team. This team holds strategic responsibility for the company's ESG initiatives and collaborates across the organization to devise and implement strategies aimed at fostering a sustainable health system. As part of the ESG team, the Environmental Sustainability Manager will play a crucial role in supporting UnitedHealth Group's environmental commitments and reporting, as well as overseeing the execution of initiatives designed to reduce our ecological footprint.

Sustainability is integral to our business strategy, culture, and mission as we strive to ensure that the health care system operates more effectively for everyone. At UnitedHealth Group, we are dedicated to delivering distinct value to those we serve, including our shareholders and society at large.

You will have the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. while tackling significant challenges.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Assist in managing and maintaining UHG's comprehensive strategy for a multi-faceted approach to reducing our environmental impact.
  • Evaluate all non-real estate categories of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions (e.g., medical gases, aviation, employee commuting).
  • Collaborate with real estate, procurement, and treasury data owners to establish thorough GHG emissions performance tracking that fulfills operational, regulatory, and reporting requirements.
  • Monitor progress against milestones and metrics toward achieving enterprise environmental objectives through a multi-year roadmap, transition plan, and scorecards.
  • Identify target areas for external reporting on the environmental impact of improved care and health outcomes (e.g., value-based care, telehealth).
  • Prepare executive presentations and board updates on environmental initiatives and performance.
  • Support the implementation of organizational policies, programs, and practices that address environmental risks and opportunities.
  • Track the enterprise impact of changes related to the Science Based Target initiative, emissions reporting methodologies, evolving environmental regulations, and reporting trends.

Your performance will be recognized and rewarded in an environment that will challenge you while providing clear guidance on what it takes to excel in your role, as well as opportunities for development in other areas of interest.

Required Qualifications:

  • Bachelor's degree in Sustainability, Environmental Science, Business Administration, Public Health, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • 2+ years of experience in supporting or managing the collection, analysis, and disclosure of environmental data, including carbon accounting certification or substantial experience in Greenhouse Gas emissions data and performance management.
  • 1+ years of experience with environmental disclosure regulations (e.g., California laws, EU Corporate Sustainability Reporting, UK disclosure requirements, SEC Final Rule on Climate Related Disclosures, TCFD/ISSB).
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, including proficiency in PowerPoint presentation development.
  • Demonstrated success in effective project management.

Note: All employees working remotely must adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to assist individuals in leading healthier lives and to enhance the health system for everyone. We believe that everyone—regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income—deserves the opportunity to achieve their healthiest life. However, significant barriers to good health still exist, disproportionately affecting people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. We are committed to minimizing our environmental impact and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes—an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity fosters a healthier environment: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer, and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group maintains a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test prior to commencing employment.