Senior Sustainability Manager – Accreditation and Quality Assurance

ISCC - International Sustainability and Carbon Certification; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid set-up

4 weeks remote work

Annual bonus scheme

Generous pension scheme (bAV)

JobTicket/Deutschlandticket

Urban Sports Club

Job summary

ISCC - International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is seeking a Senior Sustainability Manager – Accreditation and Quality Assurance to lead accreditation strategy and quality management initiatives at our Cologne HQ. You will drive development and implementation, coordinate cross-functional efforts, and serve as the main contact for accreditation matters in an international context.

You will build and maintain the ISCC management system, oversee audits, and represent ISCC in external

Qualifications

• University degree in quality management, process management, sustainability, business, economics, environmental science, circular economy, or related field (Master’s preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of relevant professional experience in sustainability and/or quality roles, including 3–5 years in a senior/leadership position.
• Strong knowledge of certification systems, auditing, accreditation, and standardisation requirements (ISO, GRI, EU CSRD, ISEAL).
• Excellent German (C2) and English (C1) skills, and ability to lead cross-functional projects in an international environment.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate internal efforts to maintain and achieve suitability of ISCC schemes for accreditation.
• Lead development and implementation of ISCC’s accreditation strategy and related initiatives.
• Serve as the primary contact for accreditation and quality management matters within ISCC.
• Maintain and improve the ISCC management system in line with services provided.
• Ensure effective implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of ISCC management systems.
• Manage cross-functional initiatives within the ISCC EU team and travel internationally.
• Represent ISCC in external events, accreditation forums, and industry dialogues.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Auditing

Strategic thinking

Education

University degree in quality management, sustainability, or related field

Job description

Your tasks

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. To strengthen our ISCC EU team, we are looking forward to welcoming you as a Senior Sustainability Manager – Accreditation and Quality Assurance at our headquarters in Cologne. In this role, you will play a key part in driving ISCC’s accreditation and quality management initiatives. You will lead the development and implementation of our accreditation strategy and serve as the primary point of contact for quality management within ISCC. This role involves coordinating how ISCC designs, measures, communicates, and continuously improves quality management efforts. If you are passionate about sustainability and would like to join a culturally certified Great Place to Work company with highly motivated and diverse teams making a real difference, we look forward to your application!

• Coordinating internal efforts to maintain and achieve suitability of ISCC schemes for accreditation
• Leading the development and implementation of ISCC’s accreditation strategy and related initiatives
• Serving as the primary point of contact for accreditation and quality management matters within ISCC
• Further developing and maintaining the ISCC management system in line with the type and scope of services provided by ISCC
• Ensuring the effective implementation, maintenance, and continuous improvement of the ISCC management system
• Coordinating and prioritising quality management and other cross-functional initiatives within the ISCC EU team
• Managing continuous improvement initiatives related to ISCC schemes, processes, and services
• Representing ISCC in external events, accreditation forums, working groups, and industry dialogues
• Supporting the definition and monitoring of relevant budgets and KPIs
• Building and maintaining a professional network and visibility in relevant communities
• Supporting the implementation of state-of-the-art technology and digitalisation in quality management processes
• Mentoring junior colleagues and students and fostering a culture of learning and collaboration

Your profile

• University degree in quality management, process management, sustainability, business, economics, environmental science, circular economy, or another relevant field (Master’s degree preferred)
• Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in sustainability and/or quality-related roles, including 3-5 years in a senior or leadership role
• Demonstrated experience with certification systems, sustainability standards, auditing, accreditation, quality management, standardisation, or related fields (e.g. ISO, GRI, EU CSRD, or ISEAL)
• Strong experience in internal audits, quality management systems, and continuous improvement processes
• Excellent understanding of legal, regulatory, accreditation, and standardisation requirements, with the ability to interpret and translate complex texts into practical solutions
• Good knowledge of ISCC EU, ISCC PLUS, and ISCC CORSIA is an asset
• Excellent German (C2-level or native speaker) and English (C1-level) skills
• Proven ability to lead and manage complex, cross-functional projects in an international environment
• Strong analytical, strategic, and risk assessment skills, combined with excellent attention to detail
• Very good leadership, communication, networking, and presentation skills
• Interest in digitalisation and technology-driven process improvements
• Willingness to travel internationally

Why us?

We are an international and diverse team of passionate and experienced experts, joining forces for a sustainable future! We believe thatour 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, ClimatePal, and TYC
• The opportunity to work independently and shape processes

Individual learning and development plan

• Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
• Frequent feedback sessions to ensure a high quality of communication and mutual reflection
• Many free language classes
• Access to several trainings as well as specific technical courses
• 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 Years 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
• Health weekspromoting healthy habits in personal and professional life

Ready to join our team?

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.