Associate Director - Climate Change Management

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage end-to-end data stewardship and data flows for core climate, impact, and innovation datasets within the enterprise data platform.
• Execute strategic product roadmap initiatives for sustainability data, including new dataset launches, refresh cycles, and delivery enhancements.
• Ensure data quality, governance, standardization, and traceability across all stages of the data lifecycle.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of data flows, processes, controls, and dependencies across systems.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Data Operations, Technology, Research, and Product teams to enable successful delivery of new datasets.
• Partner with Client Services to address time-sensitive data delivery issues and contribute to long-term strategy improvements.

Requirements

• 12+ years of experience in Data Management, Data Stewardship, or Operations within the financial or data industry.
• Proficiency with data management and database tools such as Databricks, SQL, ETL, and data visualization.
• Experience working in Agile environments.
• Proven ability to lead independently and collaborate across global, cross-functional teams.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to present ideas to leadership.

Preferred Qualifications

• Hands-on programming experience, preferably with Python.
• Knowledge of the ESG/sustainability domain, including methodologies, regulatory landscapes, and market trends.
• Experience using AI tools like Spark Assist or Co-Pilot to improve data efficiency.

Benefits

• Health & Wellness coverage designed for the mind and body.
• Generous flexible downtime and time off.
• Continuous learning opportunities and career growth resources.
• Financial security through competitive pay, retirement planning, and student loan contribution programs.
• Family-friendly perks and various retail discounts.

About the Company

S&P Global delivers Essential Intelligence® that shapes decision making. We provide the world’s leading organizations with the right data, connected technologies, and expertise they need to move ahead and solve complex challenges in a changing economic landscape.