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Position Overview:

At Freddie Mac, you will do important work to build a better housing finance system and you’ll be part of a team helping to make homeownership and rental housing more accessible and affordable across the nation.

As part of Freddie Mac’s return to the office pilot, all employees, contingent workers and visitors must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 in order to be on-site unless they have an approved accommodation.

Position Overview:

Are you a strategic, critical thinker with a sense of purpose and experience in sustainability reporting? Do you have an endless appetite for learning and a sense of humor? Do you enjoy collaborating with multi-functional, diverse stakeholders? Are you an adept communicator and able to influence others? We are looking for a dedicated leader to join our Sustainability Office.

The Manager will lead ESG Reporting and support sustainability initiatives. You will build strong relationships across company divisions, possess a strong understanding of the businesses and ESG/sustainability, and implement aligned strategies and activities. This is a small (but mighty) team, and we’re looking for an enthusiastic, forward-thinking, collaborative, teammate with a positive attitude. Apply now and learn why there’s #MoreAtFreddieMac!

Our Impact:

• Develop and drive a cross functional strategy to integrate environmental, social and governance principles into all aspects of the business, defining goals appropriate for each business and group that will contribute to the company’s sustainability agenda and approach
• Serve as an advisor and partner in service of completing those goals
• Identify risks and opportunities arising from the sustainability strategy
• Manage ESG reporting; function as a SME on reporting frameworks and methodologies

Your Impact:

• Primary communications lead on Sustainability team. Partner closely with the corporate communications team to lead and develop the communications plan, internal and external messaging, website content and related materials/tools/events
• Serve as authorized spokesperson for all ESG matters
• Lead the ESG Reporting in developing procedures; manage the end-to-end schedule, collect data, review process, tools and resources
• Identify reporting data needs aligned to industry expectations, procure data, improve data quality, and support internal audit activities
• Engage with market participants (sellers, dealers, investors) to stay abreast of ESG reporting trends, regulations, and standards
• Develop strong relationships with key leaders and SMEs in each division, particularly in Single Family, Multifamily, Finance, Enterprise Risk Management and Communications
• Develop Board and senior management content and deliver presentations as applicable
• Onboard, partner and oversee third parties (e.g. consultancies, service providers) as applicable
• Ad hoc travel (no more than 5%) to engage with partners, investors and participate in conferences and industry events
• Provide SME input to business divisions in developing related reporting to ensure alignment with corporate-level sustainability reporting

Qualifications:
8+ years of related experience
Bachelor’s degree required; Master’s degree preferred
Proven ability to build relationships, partner with multi-functional teams and influence others
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Experience implementing and aligning to regulatory or industry frameworks
Familiar with ICMA Green/ Social/ Sustainability Bond Principles is a plus
Familiarity with sustainability strategies, market trends, investor focus areas and organizations is helpful
Familiar with UN SDGs / PRI
Experience or familiarity with Freddie Mac (e.g., mission, businesses, and capital markets execution) or GSEs is a plus
Positive attitude, creative problem solver, determined and standout colleague on a lean team is critical
Comfortable with ambiguity and can adapt quickly to connect with different partners
Proven ability to effect change through influence
Keys to Success in this Role:
Independent, positive, creative and pragmatic problem solver
Able to build business case to inspire change
Comfortable with ambiguity and can adapt quickly to shifts in strategy and addressing problems as they arise
Strong communication skills
Current Freddie Mac employees please apply through the internal career site.

Today, Freddie Mac makes home possible for one in four home borrowers and is one of the largest sources of financing for multifamily housing. Join our smart, creative and dedicated team and you’ll do important work for the housing finance system and make a difference in the lives of others.

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We will ensure that individuals with differing abilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.