Job Description
Meo Carbon Solutions is an independent consulting company focusing on sustainability advancement. We support public and private sector clients worldwide in the strategic orientation and implementation of goal-oriented measures towards more sustainable production pathways and ecologically and socially responsible business activities. Our aim is to help clients achieve carbon-neutrality and net-zero by developing corporate sustainability strategies, calculating product and company carbon footprints as well as implementing sustainability measures, emission compensation and carbon trading. We are also involved in the development and implementation of sustainability standards to ensure sustainable value chains and social compliance.
Our close-knit team of dedicated, supportive, and highly motivated professionals at MEO 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.
Meo Carbon Solutions is an independent consulting company focusing on sustainability advancement. We support public and private sector clients worldwide in the strategic orientation and implementation of goal-oriented measures towards more sustainable production pathways and ecologically and socially responsible business activities. Our aim is to help clients achieve carbon-neutrality and net-zero by developing corporate sustainability strategies, calculating product and company carbon footprints as well as implementing sustainability measures, emission compensation and carbon trading. We are also involved in the development and implementation of sustainability standards to ensure sustainable value chains and social compliance.
At Meo we are a close team of highly motivated, supportive and committed young professionals with a multitude of backgrounds. If you feel we are a fit, we are looking forward to welcoming you in our team as Project Manager - Sustainability Certification in a permanent full-time position at our head office in Cologne.
In this role you will ...
- support the development of a sustainability certification schemes
- be responsible for consulting projects with a focus on circular economy, bioeconomy, renewable fuels and energy, plastic waste and recycling, chemical products and many more
- perform data research, analysis and evaluations for specific customer requests and the preparation of reports and market studies
- implement the concepts and processes together with our customers
- support the further development of our service portfolio and manage proposals and tenders
- be responsible for the whole project lifecycle including scheduling, stakeholder management, documentation, controlling, participation in client meetings and project workshops
- perform company presentations at public national and international events
- University degree in economics, environmental engineering, chemistry, energy management, natural sciences, life sciences, agriculture, forestry, land management or other related fields
- At least three years of relevant professional experience in e.g. greenhouse gas calculations, sustainability certification, auditing for international supply chains
- Proven hands-on experience in applying e.g. RED methodology, sustainability certification schemes (e.g. ISCC, FSC) as an auditor or consultant, policy consulting, GHG Protocol and similar standards as well as Lifecycle Assessments for different products will be of advantage
- Excellent communication skills in German and English (both at least C1), other languages of advantage
- Strong presentation skills as well as the ability to explain complex issues in simple terms and to prepare professional presentations according to target group
- High degree of initiative and commitment combined with an independent working style and pragmatic, hands-on attitude
- Very good computer and MS Office skills as well as high general IT proficiency
- Willingness and ability to travel internationally
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 ISCC System GmbH, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services, 4C Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
- 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!
- 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