Junior Sustainability Certification Manager

ISCC System GmbH

  • Köln
  • Post Date: 23. October 2024
Job Description

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is a globally applicable and leading certification system designed to enhance traceable, sustainable, deforestation-free, and climate-friendly supply chains. ISCC certifications are widely recognised and cover sustainable agricultural biomass, biogenic wastes and residues, non-biological renewable materials and recycled carbon-based materials. The development and implementation of different certification standards is ISCC's tool to promote its mission to mitigate climate change and bring more traceability into global markets and supply chains. To date, ISCC holds more than 11,300 valid certificates in 129 countries.

Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals at ISCC come from a variety of backgrounds, which contributes to the diverse and dynamic work environment. We all work together with a shared enthusiasm for sustainability and a common objective. We look forward to having you join our team at the ISCC headquarters in Cologne if you think we are a good fit for you.


ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. If you are passionate about sustainability and would like to join our highly motivated and diverse teams to make a difference, we are looking forward to welcoming you as Junior Sustainability Certification Manager in our team at the ISCC head office in Cologne.

Your main duties will be:

  • You will check certification documents for completeness, accuracy and plausibility
  • You will maintain the certification database
  • You will efficiently manage inquiries by system users via email and phone
  • You will be responsible for internal data analysis such as auditor data, relevant certification material, producing countries etc.
  • You will assist in administrative tasks such as registration termination, invoicing etc.


  • University degree in business management, economics, environmental or sustainability studies, or similar
  • Excellent attention to detail and accuracy
  • High IT proficiency and very good working knowledge in databases and MS Office
  • Excellent written and spoken language skills in German and English (both at least C1)
  • Proven professional experience in high-level customer support
  • Excellent communication skills in an international environment with stakeholders at all levels combined with a calm and supportive attitude
  • High degree of initiative and very good decision-making ability combined with an independent working style and pragmatic, hands-on attitude
  • Willingness to contribute to the continuous improvement process and to drive change


We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe that our team is our core asset and we support our people as best we can.

To help you build your future and thrive with us, we offer:

Great Team Environment

  • Various team events throughout the year (Celebrating Diversity, Summer Team Event, Christmas Party)
  • Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
Individual learning and development plan
  • Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
  • Frequently feedback sessions to ensure a high quality of communication and mutual reflection (?)
  • Many free language classes
  • Access to several technical specific as well as training courses
  • The opportunity to work independently and shape processes
  • We promote from within!
Work-Life Balance
  • Hybrid set-up
  • 4 weeks remote work at a place of choice (after probation)
  • Flexible working hours and trust based working time
  • 30 vacation days and 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, new year's eve, carnival monday)
  • Sabbatical options
Financial benefits
  • A generous pension scheme (bAV) in line with our sustainability values
  • JobTicket/Deutschlandticket
  • Annual bonus scheme based on performance
Wellness Programs
  • Subsidized Urban Sports Club
  • Active Break scheme with weekly Yoga sessions
  • Health weeks promoting healthy habits in personal and professional life

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