Analyst, Sustainability & Climate Data

Manulife’s Global Sustainability team is seeking an Analyst, Sustainability & Climate Data to support the collection, QA, consolidation and analysis of the organization’s sustainability, greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and environmental impact data. The role contributes to maintaining an audit-ready data foundation for internal reporting and external disclosures, and supports benchmarking, ad-hoc research and continuous improvement of data processes.

The ideal candidate has working knowledge of sustainability data and GHG accounting (e.g., GHG Protocol; PCAF is an asset), strong analytical skills, and a collaborative approach to working with teams across the company. 

The successful candidate will report to the Senior Manager, Climate & Sustainability and will join a collaborative team of sustainability professionals, working cross-functionally to drive measurable impact and reinforce Manulife’s leadership in climate and sustainability.

At Manulife, our mission is Decisions made easier. Lives made better. Our sustainability strategy - our Impact Agenda - accelerates that purpose by focusing on where we can have the greatest impact. If you’re passionate and curious about sustainability, we’d love to hear from you.

Position Responsibilities:

• Collect, consolidate and QA Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions data; document assumptions, methodologies and calculations.

• Maintain a controlled carbon-accounting data pipeline, including reconciliations, version control and audit-ready evidence.

• Maintain sustainability/climate data governance, controls and process documentation (definitions, owners and data-quality rules).

• Partner with data contributors (e.g., Finance, Procurement, Real Estate) to enable timely, complete submissions and resolve gaps and anomalies.

• Prepare inputs for disclosures/ratings (e.g., CDP, S&P, MSCI) and internal reporting; ensure consistency across outputs.

• Conduct peer/market benchmarking of climate and sustainability metrics, targets and disclosures; summarize key insights.

• Deliver ad-hoc research and analysis on climate/sustainability topics; translate findings into clear recommendations.

• Support stakeholder engagement and third-party assurance by coordinating requests and compiling evidence; respond to assurer inquiries.

• Coordinate with compliance and audit to support controls testing and assurance activities for sustainability/climate metrics.

• Maintain the sustainability data management system, including metric protocols and data-integrity improvements.

• Track emerging standards and regulations (e.g., GHG Protocol, ISSB/IFRS S2, OSFI B-15) and translate requirements into reporting/data enhancements.

Required Qualifications:

• Post secondary education in sustainability, environmental science, accounting, finance, or related field.

• 2+ years of experience in carbon accounting, environmental management, or related fields.

• Expertise in GHG protocol and PCAF methodology.

• Proven track record of leading carbon accounting and reporting initiatives.

• Strong analytical, quantitative and problem-solving skills.

• Familiarity with sustainability reporting frameworks and standards (e.g., CDP, ISSB, OSFI B15).

• Exceptional communication and collaboration abilities.

• Strong people skills with ability to develop and maintain strong relationships internally and externally.

• Excellent project management ability, multi-tasking and time management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working at a financial institution.

• Proficiency with Excel, PowerBI and Alteryx or other relevant data analytics tools.

• Experience with data collection platforms (i.e. Workiva).

• Experience using AI to improve workflows.

When you join our team:

• As part of our global team, we’ll support you in shaping the future you want to see.

• We’ll empower you to learn and grow the career you want. 

• We’ll recognize and support you in a flexible environment where well-being and inclusion are more than just words.   

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The role being advertised is an existing vacancy.

About Manulife and John Hancock

Manulife Financial Corporation is a leading international financial services provider, helping people make their decisions easier and lives better. To learn more about us, visit https://www.manulife.com/en/about/our-story.html.

Manulife is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Manulife/John Hancock, we embrace our diversity. We strive to attract, develop and retain a workforce that is as diverse as the customers we serve and to foster an inclusive work environment that embraces the strength of cultures and individuals. We are committed to fair recruitment, retention, advancement and compensation, and we administer all of our practices and programs without discrimination on the basis of race, ancestry, place of origin, colour, ethnic origin, citizenship, religion or religious beliefs, creed, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy-related conditions), sexual orientation, genetic characteristics, veteran status, gender identity, gender expression, age, marital status, family status, disability, or any other ground protected by applicable law.

It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. A Human Resources representative will work with applicants who request a reasonable accommodation during the application process. All information shared during the accommodation request process will be stored and used in a manner that is consistent with applicable laws and Manulife/John Hancock policies. To request a reasonable accommodation in the application process, contact hr@manulife.com.

Referenced Salary Location

Toronto, OntarioHybrid

Salary range is expected to be between

$62,850.00 CAD - $104,750.00 CAD

Employees also have the opportunity to participate in incentive programs and earn incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance. The actual salary will vary depending on local market conditions, geography and relevant job-related factors such as knowledge, skills, qualifications, experience, and education/training. If you are applying for this role outside of the primary location, please contact hr@manulife.com for the salary range for your location.

Manulife offers eligible employees a wide array of customizable benefits, including health, dental, mental health, vision, short- and long-term disability, life and AD&D insurance coverage, adoption/surrogacy and wellness benefits, and employee/family assistance plans. We also offer eligible employees various retirement savings plans (including pension and a global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions) and financial education and counseling resources. Our generous paid time off program in Canada includes holidays, vacation, personal, and sick days, and we offer the full range of statutory leaves of absence. If you are applying for this role in the U.S., please contact hr@manulife.com for more information about U.S.-specific paid time off provisions.

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