System Manager - Integrity Management

ISCC – the International Sustainability and Carbon Certification; Köln; Hybrid; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Benefits dieser Stelle

Hybrid set-up

Remote work after probation (4 weeks)

30 vacation days (+3)

Annual bonus scheme

Pension scheme (bAV)

Wellness programs

Zusammenfassung

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification seeks a System Manager for Integrity Management at the Cologne headquarters. You will maintain and advance the integrity program to ensure ISCC requirements are met by certified bodies and companies.

The role emphasizes robust investigations, governance, and stakeholder engagement. The candidate will lead investigations, align with strategy, and drive continuous improvement across global certifications, with a strong emphasis on

Qualifikationen

• University degree in listed fields and above.
• Minimum 5 years postgraduate experience in corporate compliance, due diligence or ESG.
• Experience with grievance redressal and complaint investigations.
• Experience in international contexts and high‑level customer support.
• Solid understanding of EU legislation on bio‑based fuels/low carbon fuels.

Aufgaben

• Manage and optimise Integrity Management processes.
• Continuously develop Integrity Program and improve processes and documents.
• Align with department goals and ISCC strategy.
• Engage with authorities and stakeholders on market developments.

Ausbildung

University degree in environmental studies, business management, economics, law, political science, public administration or similar

Tools

Microsoft Office

Jobbeschreibung

ISCC – International Sustainability and Carbon Certification is one of the leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. Our activities and impact are expanding and our teams are growing exponentially since the last 2 years. This is why the Integrity Management team is looking forward to welcome you as System Manager - Integrity Management at ISCC headquarters in Cologne.

The System Manager - Integrity Management has the objective to maintain efficient management, organisation, implementation and further development of the integrity program to ensure that certified companies as well as certification bodies are compliant with the ISCC requirements.

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 your application!

Your Main Duties Will Be

• Manage and optimise Integrity Management processes
• Continuously develop Integrity Program, e.g. by identifying relevant focus areas or possibilities to adapt and improve processes and documents
• Support on following the ISCC's strategy by alignment with the department goals
• Exchange with relevant stakeholders such as authorities on market developments and cases related to integrity management
• Establish and maintain governmental/national system relations (e.g. national authorities, OLAF, REFUREC, CA-RES)

Day-to-day work of department:

• Leading investigations on potential non-conforities with ISCC requirements
• Leading investigation of whistleblower reports and complaints
• Evaluate incoming request and information on non-conformities with ISCC requirements
• Communicate sanctions of certified companies and Certification Bodies
• Monitoring of Certification Bodies performance
• Discuss and evaluate integrity related cases with respective departments
• Documentation in internal data base
• Drafting and development of system documents and updates
• Legal check of documents / ISCC's internal processes

Additional Duties

• Participate in other selected Integrity-related ISCC projects
• Representing ISCC at external events
• Participate in CB Meetings
• Accompany audits as witness auditor
• Present ISCC Trainings (Internal & external)
• Actively contribute to continuous improvement process within company

Your profile

• University degree in environmental studies, business management, economics, law, political science, public administration or similar
• At least 5 years postgraduate professional experience; specialist in corporate compliance, due diligence, ESG preferred
• Professional experience working with grievance redressal and complaint investigations
• At least 3-year postgraduate professional experience in relevant field (organisations/stakeholder associations) for similar topics
• Must-have/Preferred: experience with sustainability certification, labels and/or relevant EU and/or Member State legislation
• Must-have: solid experience in project management in international context + extensive experience in high-level customer support
• Must-have the following skills: Effective communication, High level of integrity and confidentiality, Excellent organisational and time management skills, Excellent analytical and strategic thinking and Excellent mediation skills
• Excellent (C1 – C2) English language skills (written and spoken)
• Very good copy-writing skills
• Very good PC and Office user skills + general IT proficiency
• Excellent understanding of certification systems for bio-based fuels/low carbon fuels
• Excellent knowledge of ISCC EU certification scheme
• Very good understanding of relevant EU legislation on bio-based fuels/low carbon fuels

Why us?

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:

• 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
• A generous pension scheme (bAV) in line with our sustainability values
• 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?

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.

About Us

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 15,800 valid certificates in 130 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.