Sustainability Manager*in

Sustainability Manager - Integrity Management

Permanent employee, Full-time · Köln

Your tasks

Your main duties will be:

• You will support the ISCC Integrity Programme which serves to closer monitor the cooperating certification bodies’ verification activities and companies’ conformities with ISCC requirements
• You will coordinate ISCC Integrity Assessments in close cooperation with ISCC Integrity auditors, including the selection of candidates and the evaluation of assessment results
• You will process incoming inquiries about integrity and compliance
• You will support the risk-based evaluation of ISCC system users and certification bodies in order to outline potential candidates for the ISCC Integrity Programme
• You will evaluate cases of non-compliance with ISCC requirements as well as determine and communicate applicable sanctions
• You will process and evaluate complaints and other information on potentially non-conform behaviour
• You will support in further developing the ISCC system by implementing learnings of the Integrity Programme as well as by updating and developing ISCC system documents and procedures

Your profile

• University degree in business management, economics, law, environmental or sustainability studies or similar
• At least 2 years (to 5 years) of professional experience
• First working experience in a related field, ideally at a certification scheme, a certification body, or other audit-related contexts
• Excellent language skills in both written and spoken English (at least C1) and German (at least B1), additional languages will be of advantage
• A good understanding of legal regulations, certification systems and/or standard-setting processes
• Excellent critical thinking and transfer capability
• A high degree of initiative and very good decision-making ability combined with an independent working style and pragmatic, hands-on attitude
• Very strong presentation skills as well as the ability to explain complex issues in simple terms and to prepare professional presentations according to target group
• Excellent communication skills in an international environment with stakeholders at all levels combined with a calm and supportive attitude
• Willingness to contribute to the continuous improvement process and to drive change
• Willingness and ability to travel internationally

Why us?

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

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

Ready to join our team?

Then we would be happy to hear from you soon! Please apply to the link below with a meaningful cover letter, CV and any relevant certificates.

We are looking forward to your application and hope to welcome you in our team soon!

We are a company with equal opportunities for everyone and encourage applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender or any other criteria that is not a professional qualification for an open position.