Working at ISCC
ISCC is one of the world’s leading certification systems for sustainability, traceability and the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions. More than 7,000 companies in over 100 countries worldwide use the ISCC System.
The ISCC System covers all sustainable feedstocks, including agricultural and forestry biomass, circular materials and renewables. As a no-deforestation standard with a strong commitment to protecting forests, high-carbon stock lands and biodiversity, we strive for a world where biomass and other raw materials are produced in an environmentally, socially and economically sustainable manner.
Since we started out in 2010, ISCC has grown exponentially due to global developments in sustainability regulation and consumer expectations.
We are looking for talented professionals to join us from economics, law, biochemistry, agricultural science, media, and more fields. Our ideal candidates are people who are adaptable, good problem solvers, have a great sense of responsibility for their work, and know how to take initiative.
If you feel we are a good fit, we look forward to reading your application!
Sustainable · Flexible · Family-friendly
Our team is our core asset, and we want to support you as best we can.
Here are just some of the ways we prioritise your well-being and work-life balance at ISCC:
- Our core working hours are from 10 am to 3 pm, so you can take your kids to school in the morning or refresh with some exercise or time out in the park in the afternoon.
- Want to visit your family abroad or spend some time overseas? In addition to 30 days of holiday, we offer four weeks of remote work annually from wherever in the world you choose, so you can plan a long stay and travel sustainably.
- To help you build a healthy future and thrive with us in the long term, we have also set up a green company pension scheme and support you in your individual learning path.
- At ISCC we foster a culture of openness, trust and transparency. Please find our Internal Compliance here.
Cultural Fit
Our culture is built on fairness, respect and empathy.
- We actively look to hire driven and highly motivated individuals.
- We build trust and show appreciation.
- We are visionary and recognise potential.
- We lead by example, act with integrity and make our expectations clear.
- We motivate and inspire, we share knowledge and invite feedback.
Our Benefits at a Glance
- Three days home-office per week
- Four weeks remote work at a place of choice
- Flexible working hours and trust-based working time
- Permanent contracts
- 30 vacation days
- 3 additional vacation days (Christmas eve, New Year’s eve, carnival Monday)
- A bonus scheme
- A generous pension scheme in line with our sustainability values
- JobTicket/Deutschlandticket
- Many free language classes
- Sabbatical options
- A modern office in the centre of Cologne with many lunch and shopping options close by
- Close collaboration with our sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions, 4C Services, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services and ClimatePal, giving you even more development opportunities
- Urban Sports Club membership
- Free fruits, snacks, tea, coffee …
- Active Break scheme with daily sessions such as Yoga, strengthening or breathing techniques
- Professional onboarding to help you have an ideal start with us
- An individual learning and development path
- The opportunity to work independently and shape processes
- Great team events throughout the year
Our Vacancies
Application Process
Screening
We know you have taken great care with your application and we will match that effort. Each application will be evaluated thoroughly by our qualified people management staff. The screening process usually takes one week, but during busy periods this may take longer.
First interview
The next step will be the first interview where we’ll have a chance to get to know each other and compare expectations. Your first interview will be held online and take about one hour. This will not include any assignments or tests that would require preparation. You will receive feedback on this interview within one week.
Aptitude test
Depending on the role, we will then send you an aptitude test that will require a maximum of two hours of your time. This test will give you a good idea about what to expect in your daily tasks. It will be professionally evaluated with a meaningful and transparent result communicated to you within one week.
Technical interview
Depending on the role, you will also have the chance to talk to the team lead in a technical interview. This is where you can engage in an expert discussion and find out in detail if the role matches your skills as well as your requirements. The technical interview will also be held online and take about one hour. You will receive the feedback on this interview within three days.
Final interview
The last step is an online interview with our management. Here both parties will have another chance to assess the cultural fit and clarify all details we both need for the final decision.
Your Contact
“At ISCC, we are collectively and passionately committed to creating positive change in the global sustainability landscape. In order to live up to our responsibility to strengthen our unique and diverse team, we strive to create a fertile environment and a positive workplace culture within our companies that reflect both our shared commitment to a socially just, inclusive approach and diverse synergies and promotes potential for individual as well as collective development.
Because our employees are not just employees, but great personalities with outstanding skills and are therefore the driving force behind our shared vision of positively influencing a sustainable future.
It is a joy to be part of this transformative journey where purpose and passion come together.”
Ready to Join our Team?
Then we would be delighted to hear from you!
Please use our online application system. We look forward to receiving your application and hope to welcome you to our team soon!
And one more thing: 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.
Haven’t Found a Suitable Job Vacancy?
We also appreciate speculative applications that include a motivation letter, CV and references if you have them!
Please use our online application system to submit these, too.
Sister Companies
At ISCC, we are closely collaborating with out sister companies Meo Carbon Solutions, 4C Services, GRAS Global Risk Assessment Services and ClimatePal. If you don’t see the right position with us right now, check out their current vacancies.