Sustainability Consultant – Climate Tech Start-up

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Sustainability Consultant focusing on carbon management and sustainability for a climate-tech start-up. Supporting big companies in reducing emissions and implementing carbon footprint management.

Posted 7/22/2026full-timeRemote • 🇩🇪 GermanyJuniorMid-Level💰 €50,000 - €60,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sustainability consulting with a focus on Corporate Carbon Footprint (CCF) and Product Carbon Footprint (PCF) reporting. Proficient in project management and client engagement, with a strong emphasis on quality and operational support.

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Sustainability ConsultingCorporate Carbon Footprint (CCF)Product Carbon Footprint (PCF)Project ManagementFluent German (C2)

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Hard Skills

Carbon Footprint ReportingLife Cycle Assessment (LCA)Data ProcessingSoftware ValidationClient Support Optimization

Soft Skills

Excellent Communication SkillsHands-On MentalityDesire to Challenge the Status Quo

Industry Keywords

SustainabilityNet-Zero ManagementClient EngagementQuality Standards

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Independently manage client engagements on carbon management (Corporate Carbon Footprint (CCF), Product Carbon Footprint (PCF), and net-zero management)
Generate ideas to improve client relationships
Process sustainability and corporate data to produce Corporate Carbon Footprints
Validate software results
Optimize internal client support processes
Provide feedback to help shape the software

Requirements

What you’ll need

You speak fluent German (C2)
At least 2 years of experience in sustainability consulting or in a company's sustainability department – focus on CCF, PCF reporting or LCA
Hands-on mentality and willingness to work operationally
Desire to challenge the status quo
Excellent communication skills
Experience in project management
Ability to quickly get up to speed on various topics
Enjoy supporting clients on their sustainability journey
High standards for quality

Benefits

Comp & perks

Purpose/meaning – create something with real impact
Challenging work that promotes growth
An environment with a lot of freedom and room for ideas and personal development
Work remotely from your preferred location
Career opportunities: you can take on leadership responsibility within months
Flexible working hours and no micromanagement
28 days of vacation
Regular team events