Sustainability Data Advisor

Watershed

. Advise sustainability teams at leading companies on measuring actionable carbon and non-carbon footprints .

Posted 10/16/2026contractUnited StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $117,500 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sustainability consulting, greenhouse gas accounting, and ESG reporting, with a strong ability to communicate complex topics effectively to diverse audiences. Proven track record in collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop innovative measurement solutions and enhance customer data methodologies.

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Sustainability ConsultingGreenhouse Gas AccountingESG ReportingData AnalysisCustomer-Facing Experience

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Hard Skills

Carbon Footprint MeasurementNon-Carbon Footprint MeasurementMethodology ComparisonEmissions VerificationSustainability Platform Utilization

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsOrganized ApproachProblem-SolvingAdaptabilityDetail-Oriented

Tools & Technologies

Sustainability Intelligence Layer

Industry Keywords

Climate ChangeSustainability GoalsCustomer Data ImprovementHigh-Volume EnvironmentTechnical and Non-Technical Audiences

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Advise sustainability teams at leading companies on measuring actionable carbon and non-carbon footprints
Scope new measurements and conduct in-depth methodology comparisons between footprints
Help customers set up measurements to meet sustainability goals
Act as a trusted partner in emissions verifications
Provide specialized advice to improve customer data and methodologies
Help customers maximize the value of Watershed’s sustainability platform
Collaborate with science, engineering and product teams to build new measurement solutions
Expand Watershed’s sustainability intelligence layer
Start in December 2026 on a fixed-term basis
Commit to a minimum of 4 months, with a possible extension of up to 3 additional months

Requirements

What you’ll need

2–4 years of experience in a consulting, solutions-engineering or other customer-facing role
Experience in sustainability-related fields, greenhouse gas accounting and/or ESG reporting
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to explain complex topics to technical and non-technical audiences
Ability to learn quickly and work well in ambiguity
Organized, systematic and efficient approach
Ability to thrive in a high-volume environment
Ability to think clearly about complex problems
Comfortable using and speaking to data
Meticulous and detail-obsessed
Passion for solving climate change
Must work from the San Francisco or New York office 4 days per week
Must be willing to work from an office 4 days per week
Must be able to work in the United States or address visa sponsorship needs

Benefits

Comp & perks

Compensation and benefits similar to full-time Watershed employees
Daily lunch delivered in the Watershed office
Reasonable accommodations for interviews
Inclusive recruitment process