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We are looking for an Sustainability Compliance & Reporting Manager – Europe
About JLLWe are JLL. We are a professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We help organizations around the world achieve their ambitions by owning, occupying, and investing in real estate.
If you are looking to step up your career, JLL is the perfect professional home. At JLL, you will have a chance to innovate with the world’s leading businesses, put that expertise into action on landmark projects, and work on game-changing real estate initiatives. You will also make long-lasting professional connections through sharing different perspectives and be inspired by the best. We are focused on opportunity and want to help you make the most of yours. Achieve your ambitions – join us at JLL!
Role Purpose
Amazon Global Real Estate and Facilities (GREF) is seeking a Sustainability Compliance & Reporting Manager to support compliance readiness activities and drive ESG regulatory frameworks across GREF’s European operations from March 2026 onwards.
This role will lead end-to-end project management for energy efficiency and ESG compliance responsiveness, with immediate focus on establishing scalable compliance models and coordinating the ISO 50001 Energy Management System implementation pilot in Germany.
What this job involves
Key responsibilities include
ESG Reporting & Regulatory Compliance (HIGHEST PRIORITY)
Support development of scalable, trusted, and reliable model for year-over-year (YoY) energy efficiency and ESG compliance across GREF’s European operations
Lead end-to-end project management for compliance responsiveness across countries where GREF tracks current and future energy efficiency compliance and ESG requirements
Establish frameworks for reactive and proactive ESG compliance approaches, workflows, and governance, ensuring replicability and regulatory readiness as requirements evolve
Support coordination of timely data collection and vendor management activities
Partner closely with internal data teams and local Facilities Management (FM) and Project Management teams
ISO 50001 Energy Management System – Germany (HIGHEST PRIORITY)
Drive project coordination for ISO 50001 EnMS implementation pilot in Germany
Manage scoping, planning, and implementation activities across pilot sites
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to ensure certification readiness
EPBD Compliance Support
Support EPBD (Energy Performance of Buildings Directive) compliance activities across European portfolio
Coordinate building energy performance standards adherence and reporting
Operational Sustainability Support (Supporting wider EMEA JLL Sustainability Operations Team)
Provide technical advisory support on energy conservation measures to IFM teams
Support utility data management and site-level energy benchmarking activities
Assist with carbon project pipeline coordination and development
Support SPLA (Sustainability Performance Lease Assessment) workstream activities as needed
Expected Outcomes and Benefits
The addition of a Sustainability Compliance & Reporting Manager within our EMEA team will deliver substantial value to the client’s global sustainability ESG reporting & compliance program through enhanced in-region capabilities and improved outcomes measurement.
Immediate Outcomes
Establish ESG compliance governance framework and workflow
Launch ISO 50001 Germany pilot project coordination
Implement data collection coordination processes
Medium-term Benefits
Achieve ISO 50001 certification readiness for Germany pilot sites
Deliver scalable YoY compliance model across European operations
Improve transparency and accountability in ESG reporting
Long-term Value Creation
Position GREF as leader in corporate energy management and ESG compliance
Establish repeatable methodologies for regulatory readiness
Build preferred vendor networks and standardized compliance approaches
Sound like you. To apply you need to be / have
Requirements – Essential
Strong project management skills with experience coordinating cross-functional, geographically distributed teams
Demonstrated expertise with European energy efficiency regulations and building energy performance standards
Track record for managing ISO 50001 or similar energy management system scoping and implementation
Understanding of European sustainability reporting requirements (CSRD, EU Taxonomy, GHG Protocol)
Ability to work across different functions and time zones to drive results
Excellent stakeholder management skills across technical and non-technical audiences
Experience partnering with Facilities Management (FM), Property Management (PM), and data teams
Strong attention to detail and ability to distil complex information into plain language
Fluent in English; German language skills strongly preferred
Requirements – Desirable
5+ years’ experience in sustainability operations, energy management, ESG compliance, or energy engineering in complex corporate real estate environments
ISO 50001 Lead Auditor or implementation certification
Experience with large-scale corporate real estate portfolios
Familiarity with European energy regulations (ESOS, EPBD, EED, GEG, Decret Tertiaire etc.)
Project management certifications (PMP, PRINCE2)
Master’s degree in Sustainable Energy, Environmental Science, Engineering, or related field
Knowledge of carbon accounting techniques and GHG Protocol
What you can expect from us
You will join an entrepreneurial, inclusive culture. One where we succeed together – across the desk and around the globe. Where like-minded people work naturally together to achieve great things.
Our Total Rewards program reflects our commitment to helping you achieve your ambitions in career, recognition, wellbeing, benefits and pay. Join us to develop your strengths and enjoy a fulfilling career full of varied experiences. Keep those ambitions in sight and imagine where JLL can take you…
Working Environment
Location: Germany or London, UK
Travel: 15-25% pan-European travel expected
Working pattern: 5-days on-site weekly; flexibility required for cross-time zone collaboration
If this job description resonates with you, we encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet all of the requirements below. We’re interested in getting to know you and what you bring to the table!
Personalized benefits that support personal well-being and growth:
JLL recognizes the impact that the workplace can have on your wellness, so we offer a supportive culture and comprehensive benefits package that prioritizes mental, physical and emotional health.
About JLL –
We’re JLL—a leading professional services and investment management firm specializing in real estate. We have operations in over 80 countries and a workforce of over 102,000 individuals around the world who help real estate owners, occupiers and investors achieve their business ambitions. As a global Fortune 500 company, we also have an inherent responsibility to drive sustainability and corporate social responsibility. That’s why we’re committed to our purpose to shape the future of real estate for a better world. We’re using the most advanced technology to create rewarding opportunities, amazing spaces and sustainable real estate solutions for our clients, our people, and our communities.
Our core values of teamwork, ethics and excellence are also fundamental to everything we do and we’re honored to be recognized with awards for our success by organizations both globally and locally.
Creating a diverse and inclusive culture where we all feel welcomed, valued and empowered to achieve our full potential is important to who we are today and where we’re headed in the future. And we know that unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives help us think bigger, spark innovation and succeed together.
