VP, Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability

Company Overview Come grow with us! We are One Rayonier, a team that works together to create value by prioritizing safety, challenging the status quo, giving back to our communities, and driving innovation through continuous learning. With nearly 100 years of experience, we’re still discovering new ways to make lives better with our trees, our land, and — our most important resource — our people. At Rayonier, we strive to create an employee experience where you feel valued and proud to be part of our team. We foster a respectful, inclusive and collaborative environment that celebrates your unique talents and perspectives. Experience the Rayonier difference: We’re big enough to offer exciting career paths, but small enough for you to know your colleagues by name. Come join a team that empowers you to make a difference! Are you a strategic leader who excels at embedding environmental, social, and governance (ESG) principles into corporate culture? Do you have a passion for shaping a long‑term sustainability vision and delivering transparent, compelling corporate narratives? We are seeking a Vice President of Corporate Responsibility & Sustainability to lead our comprehensive ESG strategy. Responsibilities Reporting to the SVP, Chief Sustainability Officer, you will drive our success across several critical areas: translate enterprise goals into clear priorities, targets, and governance structures that drive measurable ESG outcomes; integrate net‑zero climate strategies and forest certification standards into our core business strategy, leveraging them as drivers of timberland asset value and long‑term differentiation; assess emerging global regulations, disclosure requirements, and industry standards, recommending proactive policies to safeguard long‑term business resilience; and steward the company's sustainability narrative to ensure credible messaging across public and investor channels, while acting as a trusted advisor to executive leadership and the Board. Key Accountabilities Forest Certification & Sustainability Leadership Oversee forest certification, chain of custody, and traceability programs (e.g., SFI, FSC, EUDR), including all internal and external audits. Support initiatives related to climate change mitigation, biodiversity, conservation, habitat protection, and restoration. Monitor evolving wood products sustainability standards, including Life Cycle Assessments (LCA), Environmental Product Declarations (EPD), and green building codes. Reporting, Data, & Performance Management Provide executive oversight into sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., GRI, IFRS, TNFD), regulatory filings, and external disclosures. Direct the measurement of key sustainability metrics, including forest carbon removals, natural capital, and Scope1,2, and3 greenhouse gas emissions. Lead climate‑related risk analyses and integrate findings into enterprise risk management (ERM) while continually improving systems to secure favorable third‑party ratings (e.g., ISS, Sustainalytics, CDP). Cross‑Functional Leadership & External Engagement Partner with Operations, Legal, HR, Investor Relations, Communications, Safety, and Public Affairs to embed ESG into day‑to‑day strategic decision‑making. Represent the company as the primary face of sustainability with external stakeholders, including investors, rating organizations, regulators, and community partners. Build organizational capability and drive accountability for ESG metrics across all business units. Required Qualifications Education A Bachelor’s degree in sustainability, environmental science, business, communications, corporate responsibility, or a related field. An advanced degree or relevant professional certifications are preferred. Experience A minimum of twelve (12) years of progressive experience in sustainability, corporate responsibility, environmental strategy, natural capital, or conservation finance, including demonstrated executive‑level leadership. Proven experience advising senior executives and Boards of Directors on sustainability risks, opportunities, and disclosures. Technical Skills & Reporting Frameworks Deep understanding of sustainability reporting frameworks (e.g., ISSB, GRI, TCFD, TNFD, CDP), climate/environmental metrics, regulatory trends, and data assurance practices. Familiarity with forest certification standards (SFI, FSC), working forests, and natural capital or carbon market mechanisms. Strong oversight of systems and processes for collecting, validating, and analyzing complex data. Strategic Mindset & Professional Influence Exceptional strategic thinking, leadership presence, communication, and influence skills, with the proven ability to drive alignment and accountability across a complex organization. Working Conditions and Physical Requirements This role is primarily office‑based with extended periods of computer use and sitting. Significant domestic and international travel (estimated 50–60%) is required to support executive engagement, stakeholder meetings, site visits, and external representation. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, accident, and disability insurance; a health savings account; a dependent‑care spending account; an employee assistance plan; wellness reimbursements, seminars, and financial counseling. Our 401(k) retirement savings plan includes company matching contributions (60% match on the first 6% of base and bonus deferrals) and a 3% enhanced retirement contribution without employee contribution. Flexible hybrid work schedules, paid time off (at least three weeks’ paid vacation, five paid personal days, eleven paid holidays, and paid sick leave), and paid parental and caregiver leave are also provided. Additional benefits include tuition reimbursement of up to 80%, a robust rewards and recognition program, and our StayStrong health and wellness program, which supports mental and physical wellbeing and financial wellness. #J-18808-Ljbffr Rayonier Operating Company LLC