ESG Director

Additional Location(s):US-MA-Marlborough; US-MN-Arden Hills; US-MN-Maple Grove

Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit- High Performance

At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's within you by working in teams of diverse and high-performing employees, tackling some of the most important health industry challenges. With access to the latest tools, information and training, we'll help you in advancing your skills and career. Here, you'll be supported in progressing - whatever your ambitions.

About the role:

The Environmental, Social & Governance Director (ESG) partners with commercial, regional and functional leadership to build and execute a clear, practical and actionable enterprise-wide ESG strategy that aligns with business growth, market positioning, and stakeholder expectations, while driving business value across all divisions globally. This senior leadership role serves as the primary ESG business partner for divisional, regional and corporate teams to provide subject matter expertise and leverage the broader ESG team's capabilities (i.e., compliance, disclosures and environmental operations) to advise on and create tangible commercial and enterprise value. The incumbent is expected to model company values and thrive in a fast-paced, matrixed and entrepreneurial environment, while building strong relationships with a wide range of internal and external stakeholders.

At Boston Scientific, we value collaboration and synergy. This role follows a hybrid work model, requiring employees to be in our local office at least three days per week.

Boston Scientific will not offer sponsorship or take over sponsorship of an employment VISA for this position at this time.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Developing and executing the annual enterprise ESG strategy, collaborating with divisions, regions and functions to identify how ESG investments and capabilities (e.g., design for sustainability and carbon reduction) can enhance value propositions, win business, and strengthen market access
• Convening with ESG Disclosure Committee to provide effective governance across the organization, minimize risks and maximize the positive impact of ESG information disclosure on corporate reputation and stakeholder engagement
• Serving as the enterprise ESG subject matter expert to advise on developments and strengthen fluency and alignment across the organization
• Shaping and delivering the organization's sustainability narrative by partnering with key internal stakeholders, such as Communications, Investor Relations, HR, Government Affairs, Finance and Legal to ensure appropriate communications are reaching key external stakeholders including investors, customers, patients, government agencies, etc.
• Providing thought leadership with critical external stakeholder groups including industry coalitions, environmental groups, sustainability professionals and customers and suppliers
• Translating technical sustainability efforts such as net zero and supply chain transparency into strategic commercial differentiation
• Understanding business risks and challenges while identifying key market opportunities for customer engagement and brand positioning
• Coordinating with ESG leads (e.g., environmental reduction, reporting and disclosures) to track progress and translate it into enterprise-level insights

Required qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in any discipline
• Minimum 10 years of experience in sustainability and ESG leadership within a publicly traded organization
• Minimum 10 years of experience leading teams with ability to exercise influence and foster a collaborative environment
• Strong subject matter expertise in and understanding of sustainability trends, frameworks, regulations, and best practices
• Experience developing and executing sustainability programs and strategies
• Experience with complex customer interactions, products, and services; ability to develop and deliver complex ESG-related communication
• Ability to travel up to 15% globally

Preferred qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in environmental science, sustainability or related discipline
• Professional certification(s) relevant to ESG framework (i.e. GRI, CDP, ISSB)
• Self-directed, self-motivated problem solver; ability to exceed expectations and progress within the organization
  
  

Requisition ID:606009

Minimum Salary: $157600

Maximum Salary: $299500

The anticipated compensation listed above and the value of core and optional employee benefits offered by Boston Scientific (BSC) - see www.bscbenefitsconnect.com--will vary based on actual location of the position and other pertinent factors considered in determining actual compensation for the role. Compensation will be commensurate with demonstrable level of experience and training, pertinent education including licensure and certifications, among other relevant business or organizational needs. At BSC, it is not typical for an individual to be hired near the bottom or top of the anticipated salary range listed above.

Compensation for non-exempt (hourly), non-sales roles may also include variable compensation from time to time (e.g., any overtime and shift differential) and annual bonus target (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

Compensation for exempt, non-sales roles may also include variable compensation, i.e., annual bonus target and long-term incentives (subject to plan eligibility and other requirements).

For MA positions: It is unlawful to require or administer a lie detector test for employment. Violators are subject to criminal penalties and civil liability.

As a leader in medical science for more than 40 years, we are committed to solving the challenges that matter most - united by a deep caring for human life. Our mission to advance science for life is about transforming lives through innovative medical solutions that improve patient lives, create value for our customers, and support our employees and the communities in which we operate. Now more than ever, we have a responsibility to apply those values to everything we do - as a global business and as a global corporate citizen.

So, choosing a career with Boston Scientific (NYSE: BSX) isn't just business, it's personal. And if you're a natural problem-solver with the imagination, determination, and spirit to make a meaningful difference to people worldwide, we encourage you to apply and look forward to connecting with you!

At Boston Scientific, we recognize that nurturing a diverse and inclusive workplace helps us be more innovative and it is important in our work of advancing science for life and improving patient health. That is why we stand for inclusion, equality, and opportunity for all. By embracing the richness of our unique backgrounds and perspectives, we create a better, more rewarding place for our employees to work and reflect the patients, customers, and communities we serve.

Boston Scientific Corporation has been and will continue to be an equal opportunity employer. To ensure full implementation of its equal employment policy, the Company will continue to take steps to assure that recruitment, hiring, assignment, promotion, compensation, and all other personnel decisions are made and administered without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, citizenship, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, gender expression, veteran status, age, mental or physical disability, genetic information or any other protected class.

Please be advised that certain US based positions, including without limitation field sales and service positions that call on hospitals and/or health care centers, require acceptable proof of COVID-19 vaccination status. Candidates will be notified during the interview and selection process if the role(s) for which they have applied require proof of vaccination as a condition of employment. Boston Scientific continues to evaluate its policies and protocols regarding the COVID-19 vaccine and will comply with all applicable state and federal law and healthcare credentialing requirements. As employees of the Company, you will be expected to meet the ongoing requirements for your roles, including any new requirements, should the Company's policies or protocols change with regard to COVID-19 vaccination.