About this role
Responsibilities:
ESG Data Collection & Quality Assurance
- Maintain the internal investment database of asset ESG attributes, including certifications, renewable energy, efficiency measures and tenant wellness programming for global assets under management, pushing validated data for quarterly reporting
- Gather, analyze, and report monthly utility consumption data for US, Canadian and European assets and run the quality review process, using pre-defined error rules to identify outliers and gaps
- Engage with third-party operators and their vendors to fix issues and streamline data submissions, escalate non-compliance and project-manage resolution reporting
- Manage ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager by organizing asset profiles, conducting data quality checks, coordinating with vendors to support data flows and generating reports for analysis and disclosure
- Strengthen data governance and collection processes by resolving quality issues, onboarding providers, aligning templates with reporting standards and maintaining process documentation.
Reporting & Disclosures
- Support the preparation of annual GRESB submissions for each Fund, including managing the performance data preparation
- Conduct the annual greenhouse gas (GHG) inventory for corporate offices, and track carbon emissions performance against Firm and Fund-level targets
- Support internal and external ESG reporting, including providing metrics for investor due diligence questionnaires (DDQs), the annual Corporate Impact Report, and fund reporting
- Monitor key performance and risk indicators and support assurance activities, internal reviews and audits by evaluating controls, compliance and data integrity
Analytics, Insights & Value Creation
- Develop dashboards, reports and visualizations for internal reporting, analytics and compliance tracking
- Analyze data from multiple sources to identify trends and performance insights, with a focus on quantifying value, and translate findings into clear, actionable recommendations
- Support data analysis across environmental and social programs, including healthy building certifications (Fitwel®) and social impact scorecards
Research & Team Support
- Conduct research on market-level risks and opportunities, including benchmarking and building performance standards, carbon taxes, incentives and new building codes, to support investment diligence and business planning
- Assist on other projects in the day-to-day operation of the Impact team, including asset capital planning reviews that support ongoing efficiency and cost reduction priorities
Requirements:
Required
- Bachelor’s degree in data analytics, statistics, business, finance, economics, environmental science, sustainability or a related field
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience; additional certifications or prior internship experience in real estate, private equity, banking or sustainable finance is a plus
- Training in data analytics; advanced Excel skills and experience managing large datasets with strong attention to detail
- Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Power BI
- Project manager mentality and willingness to pick up the phone to solve a problem
- Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain complex data clearly
- Collaborative mindset and ability to work cross-functionally with Asset Management, Portfolio Management and Transactions
- Highly motivated, organized and self-directed, and eager to learn all facets of real estate investing and ESG
Preferred
- Experience with carbon accounting, ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, GRESB and IFRS ISSB
- Familiarity with ESG frameworks such as GRI and SASB, and willingness to keep pace with evolving regulations, standards and industry trends
- Knowledge of green buildings, corporate social responsibility and the integration of ESG risks into investment diligence
- Demonstrated passion for ESG through coursework, campus involvement, internships or similar
For Illinois Only: The expected base salary range for this position is $60,000 - $100,000. Actual salaries may vary based on a number of factors, including skills, experience, and qualifications.
In addition to base salary, total compensation at Harrison Street includes a generous discretionary bonus, along with a comprehensive range of benefits — including medical, financial, and wellness programs — designed to support our employees both professionally and personally.