Senior Integrity Manager (Interim Team Lead) (m/w/d)

Job Description

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 3 years.

To further strengthen our Integrity Management team, we are looking forward to welcoming you as Senior Integrity Manager (Interims Teamlead) at our headquarters in Cologne.

In this role, you will take on a key leadership function in safeguarding and advancing the integrity and credibility of the ISCC system. You will be responsible for the strategic and operational management of the ISCC Integrity Programme, ensuring that certified companies and Certification Bodies comply with ISCC requirements through risk-based approaches. At the same time, you will play a central role in translating insights from integrity activities into continuous improvements of the ISCC certification framework, system requirements, and auditor training.

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!

Your main duties will be

• Leading the organization, implementation, and continuous development of the ISCC Integrity Programme
• Ensuring compliance of certified companies and Certification Bodies through risk-based compliance assessments
• Safeguarding and strengthening the integrity and credibility of the ISCC system
• Identifying systemic risks and weaknesses and driving effective corrective and preventive measures
• Translating findings from integrity activities into system improvements, including ISCC requirements and auditor training
• Supporting the continuous development of the ISCC certification framework and related processes
• Collaborating with internal and external stakeholders to ensure consistent and effective compliance standards
• Monitoring performance, defining KPIs, and contributing to departmental strategy and budget planning
• Representing ISCC at external events, conferences, and stakeholder meetings
• Participating in Certification Body meetings and industry dialogues
• Accompanying audits as a witness auditor
• Delivering internal and external ISCC trainings

Your profile

• University degree in a relevant field (e.g. environmental sciences, business administration, law, or similar)
• Extensive professional experience in compliance consulting, internal audit, or a corporate compliance function
• At least two years of leadership experience, including managing or guiding teams and developing team members
• Proven experience with risk-based assessment methodologies and compliance systems
• Strong background in change management and implementing organizational improvements
• Demonstrated experience in translating risks and findings into sustainable system improvements
• Experience working with public authorities or representatives of European member state ministries
• Strong analytical, strategic, and organizational skills with a hands-on implementation mindset
• Excellent communication and presentation skills in an international and multi-stakeholder environment
• High level of integrity, reliability, and ability to handle confidential information
• Very good IT affinity (MS Office, databases) and willingness to travel internationally
• Excellent English and German language skills (at least C1, written and spoken)

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:

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 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
• 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 via the button 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.