Biodiversity Specialist in Köln

To strengthen our Climate Strategy and Carbon Market team, our team of experts is looking forward to welcoming you as a Biodiversity Specialist at our headquarters in Cologne.

In this role, you will play an important part in strengthening Meo Carbon Solutions’ expertise on biodiversity-related topics. You will develop in-depth knowledge of biodiversity assessment and biodiversity crediting and provide specialised support to our teams and projects. Your work will contribute to understanding and assessing biodiversity risks and opportunities and to exploring the potential of biodiversity co-benefits in carbon farming and other sustainability projects.

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

• Conducting biodiversity risk assessments and supporting biodiversity credit feasibility studies
• Analysing biodiversity co-benefits in carbon farming and other sustainability projects
• Contributing to the implementation of the EU LIFE project
• Developing and maintaining specialised knowledge on biodiversity assessment and biodiversity crediting
• Contributing to the continuous development of Meo Carbon Solutions’ expertise and services in the field of biodiversity
• Supporting the team in research-related tasks and the development of new approaches and solutions
• Preparing presentations, reports, and other project-related materials
• Supporting project teams with biodiversity-related technical expertise and analyses

• University degree in Agriculture, Natural Resource Management, Environmental Sciences, Ecology, or a similar relevant field
• At least 1–2 years of relevant professional experience in biodiversity assessment or biodiversity crediting
• Very good knowledge of biodiversity-related legislation, strategies, and reporting frameworks
• High understanding of certification systems and sustainability standards
• Very good understanding of relevant EU legislation and sustainability developments
• Knowledge of the EU Carbon Farming and Carbon Removals framework is an asset
• Excellent analytical and research skills, combined with a high level of attention to detail
• Very good communication, copywriting and presentation skills and the ability to explain complex topics in a clear and understandable way
• Willingness to take initiative and contribute to the further development of our biodiversity-related activities
• Very good English skills (at least C1, written and spoken), good German language skills (at least B2, written and spoken)

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, 4C Services, GRAS Global Risk Assessment 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

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.