Analyst – Net-Zero Program, Enterprise Decarbonization - job 1 of 5

At American Express, our culture is built on a 175-year history of innovation, shared values and Leadership Behaviors, and an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities, and colleagues. As part of Team Amex, you'll experience this powerful backing with comprehensive support for your holistic well-being and many opportunities to learn new skills, develop as a leader, and grow your career.

Here, your voice and ideas matter, your work makes an impact, and together, you will help us define the future of American Express.

The American Express Corporate Sustainability (CS) team sits within Corporate Affairs & Communications and is responsible for driving enterprise-wide sustainability strategy and performance, including overseeing American Express’ progress toward its net-zero emissions target.

We are seeking a highly motivated and organized Analyst – Net-Zero Program, Enterprise Decarbonization to support the implementation of American Express’ net-zero strategy and help accelerate emissions reduction across Scope 1, 2, and 3 categories. The Analyst will collaborate cross-functionally with key global business units and stakeholders.

This is an exciting opportunity to join a dynamic and growing team that partners with business leaders globally to help drive the company’s path to net-zero.

How will you make an impact in this role?

Program Management & Governance Support

• Support day-to-day execution of the enterprise Net-Zero Program including maintaining program dashboards and monitoring key performance indicators.

• Assist in preparing materials for executive-level audiences, including the Executive Committee, Board of Directors, and Net-Zero Working Group.

• Coordinate cross-functional meetings, document outcomes and action items, and ensure timely follow-up with key stakeholders.

• Help maintain Net-Zero governance and program management documentation including roles, responsibilities, internal policies, and procedures.

Operational Decarbonization Support

• Assist in researching, analyzing, and benchmarking decarbonization best practices across relevant operational areas such as real estate, data centers, fleet, aviation, renewable energy and supply chain.

• Support collaboration with enterprise functions (e.g., Real Estate, Technology, Procurement, Finance) to advance implementation of emissions reduction initiatives.

• Help manage tools and data systems (Watershed, etc.) used to measure, monitor, and forecast carbon performance at the project and portfolio level.

• Work with the Climate Data and Reporting team to track and report progress against intermediate milestones for achieving 2033 and 2050 emissions reduction targets.

Climate Data, Tools & Reporting

• Assist in compiling data for internal progress tracking and external reporting including performance dashboards, voluntary disclosures (e.g., CDP, SBTi), and regulatory reporting needs.

• Conduct basic climate-related quantitative analysis and visualizations using Excel or other tools to support strategy development and reporting.

Strategic Research & Benchmarking

• Monitor evolving climate policy, relevant sustainability guidance and frameworks (e.g. GHG Protocol, SBTi guidance) and peer practices relevant to net-zero and corporate decarbonization strategies.

• Support development of briefings and research memos to inform net-zero strategy implementation, risk identification, and stakeholder engagement planning.

Minimum Qualifications

• 2+ years’ experience in corporate sustainability, climate strategy, environmental consulting, or a related field.

• Knowledge of sustainability principles and climate-related frameworks (e.g., Net-Zero, GHG Protocol, SBTi).

• Strong organizational, coordination, and project management skills.

• Experience creating PowerPoint presentations for internal or external stakeholders.

• Ability to work independently and cross-functionally in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

• Excellent analytical skills and attention to detail, including experience with Excel or data analysis tools.

• Strong verbal and written communication skills; able to distill complex topics into clear, concise insights.

• Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Science, Sustainability, Engineering, Public Policy, Business, or a related field.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience supporting or tracking enterprise climate or decarbonization programs.

• Exposure to real estate sustainability, renewable energy, supply chain, or low-carbon technologies.

• Familiarity with sustainability reporting standards (e.g., CDP, TCFD, CSRD, SBTi) or climate regulations.

• Exposure to sustainability data platforms such as Watershed, Workiva, etc.

Salary Range: $55,000.00 to $105,000.00 annually + bonus + benefits

The above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.

We back you with benefits that support your holistic well-being so you can be and deliver your best. This means caring for you and your loved ones' physical, financial, and mental health, as well as providing the flexibility you need to thrive personally and professionally:

• Competitive base salaries 

• Bonus incentives 

• 6% Company Match on retirement savings plan 

• Free financial coaching and financial well-being support 

• Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits 

• Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need 

• 20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy 

• Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location) 

• Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program 

• Career development and training opportunities

For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.

American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law. American Express will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with arrest or conviction records, in accordance with the requirements of applicable state and local laws, including, but not limited to, the California Fair Chance Act, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. For positions covered by federal and/or state banking regulations, American Express will comply with such regulations as it relates to the consideration of applicants with criminal convictions.

We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.

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