Forest Carbon Analyst

Manulife

Forest Carbon Analyst supporting global forest carbon project development, verification, data management, and credit sales for Manulife Investment Management.

Posted 8/19/2026full-timeRemote • Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $98,500 - $177,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in geospatial data management and analysis, utilizing tools such as GIS, Excel, and Python/R to support forest carbon project development and documentation. Strong organizational skills and attention to detail are essential for managing datasets and collaborating with cross-functional teams.

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Geospatial Data ManagementGIS Tools ProficiencyQuantitative AnalysisTechnical WritingForest Carbon Market Knowledge

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Hard Skills

Geospatial AnalysisComparable Properties AnalysisData ManagementTechnical DocumentationData Quality Improvement

Soft Skills

CollaborationAttention to DetailOrganizational Skills

Tools & Technologies

ArcGISQGISExcelPythonR

Industry Keywords

Forest CarbonNatural ResourcesEnvironmental ScienceVoluntary Carbon MarketsIFM Methodologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonRemote Sensing

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support forest carbon project development through technical and data-driven workstreams under supervision
Gather, organize, and manage geospatial and quantitative datasets, including project boundaries and remote sensing data
Conduct Comparable Properties Analysis and related spatial analyses with oversight
Maintain organized geospatial data systems and file structures
Develop maps, figures, and geospatial outputs for project documentation
Populate quantitative and standardized sections of project documentation and ensure consistency
Prepare materials for validation and verification, including data rooms and issue tracking logs
Compile harvest records and develop field verification materials such as tree lists
Review forestry documents and summarize key insights
Provide carbon-focused data and documentation support to acquisitions and internal stakeholders
Collaborate with internal teams to ensure alignment and data accuracy
Apply Excel, GIS, and Python/R tools to improve workflows and data quality
Liaise with operations and investment management teams, including foresters and acquisitions teams
Support carbon credit sales and marketing efforts with data and document support
Contribute to policy and strategy development related to forest carbon and nature-based solutions
Research emerging forest carbon opportunities and share technical insights
Perform additional responsibilities as needed to support project and strategy execution
Report to the Managing Director of II & NCS

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Forestry, Natural Resources, Environmental Science, or a related field
1–2+ years of experience in forest carbon, forestry, or a related quantitative discipline (preferred)
Strong geospatial and analytical skills
Experience with GIS tools such as ArcGIS and QGIS
Ability to leverage AI tools and digital solutions to automate workflows and enhance data interpretation
Proficiency in Excel
Familiarity with Python or R (preferred)
Experience with technical writing and standardized documentation
Basic understanding of voluntary and compliance forest carbon markets, including IFM methodologies
Strong organizational and data management skills
Ability to work collaboratively across teams in a structured environment
Attention to detail and ability to manage multiple tasks accurately

Benefits

Comp & perks

Flexible work environment
Health insurance
Dental insurance
Mental health coverage
Vision insurance
Short- and long-term disability insurance
Life and AD&D insurance coverage
Adoption/surrogacy benefits
Wellness benefits
Employee/family assistance plans
Retirement savings plans, including pension and 401(k)
Global share ownership plan with employer matching contributions
Financial education and counseling resources
Up to 11 paid holidays per year
3 personal days per year
150 hours of vacation per year
40 hours of sick time per year
Statutory leaves of absence
Learning and career growth support
Flexible environment supporting well-being and inclusion
Incentive programs and incentive compensation tied to business and individual performance