Senior Carbon Specialist

Do you want to work on the most pressing problem of our generation at an ambitious and scrappy series A startup? If so, we\’d like to hear from you. Our success is underpinned by the quality of our emissions data, and we\’re looking for a carbon specialist to support the execution, research and delivery of CarbonChain products to customers. You will play a key role in sourcing and processing supply chain emissions data that will directly feed into customer facing products. At CarbonChain we see the climate challenge as a transformative opportunity for the global economy, and a rewarding career opportunity for those willing to take on the challenge of a rapidly evolving market.

Decarbonizing the economy requires a granular, real-time view of where emissions come from and how they might be reduced. We\’ve built software to automate the carbon footprinting of supply chains. Banks, traders, and manufacturers use our product to tame the complexity of international supply networks, identify the most carbon-intensive parts, and find lower-carbon alternatives. Having developed technology which is significantly ahead of competitive solutions, we are now investing heavily in market adoption.

Responsibilities

Calculating supply chain emissions using customer data inputs, internal systems and emissions data

Researching carbon emissions data from public and private sources

Preparing product carbon footprints or corporate carbon footprints for, and presenting results to, customers in the metals and mining, energy, chemicals and agricultural sectors

Improving CarbonChain\’s carbon footprint methodology

Developing, in tandem with our product team, internal data sourcing, processing and management processes

Qualifications

Bachelor or Master\’s degree in Environment, Sustainability or Climate related quantitative discipline

Minimum 7 years experience in relevant sustainability-driven technical fields

Technical experience working in carbon accounting, LCA, PCFs or EPDs preferably in the metals, minerals or steel sectors but also petrochemical, or energy sectors

Knowledge of the commodities trading industry and their relevant supply chains with the metals and minerals as a strong preference

Familiarity with greenhouse gas emissions accounting and reporting standards such as GHG Protocol, ISO 14040, ISO 14044, ISO 14067

Knowledge of GHG disclosure regulations and reporting frameworks, such as TCFD, CDP, GRI, SBTi, CSRD, PCAF, EU CBAM etc

Experience in science-based target setting and sustainability strategy will be of benefit

Fluency in English is a MUST, additional languages will be a plus.

Ability to work independently

Enthusiasm for working in a fun, flexible, and mission-driven start-up.

Requirements

Right to work in the UK

Willingness to work in our London office at least 3 days a week

A passion for environmental issues and climate change solutions

A demonstrated interest in building products and collaborating tightly with our product & commercial teams

The grit and energy to work in an early stage startup

Benefits

CarbonChainer\’s receive a ton of great benefits, including:

28 days of annual leave

Home office set up allowance of £500

£2,000 annual learning allowance

Team lunches once a week in the office

£1,000 annual remote work allowance

Office gym and cycle to work scheme

Generous parental leave policy

Private healthcare

CarbonChain values diversity and inclusion and welcomes applications from candidates with diverse backgrounds.

If you think your skills and experience match what we\’re looking for and you\’d like to join the next Climate Tech industry unicorn, please get in touch!

You can find out more about interviewing at CarbonChain at https://www.carbonchain.com/careers/interview-process.

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