Carbon Specialist

Carbon Specialist  

Based in Paris, France (Open to other locations such as Toronto and Bogota where we have offices) 

Full time and long-term position, local contract 

Travel: up to 20% 

Beginning: ASAP 2026 

Existing vacancy

PUR Description 

PUR is a global, impact-focused B-Corp specializing in the development of environmental restoration projects, known as ‘nature-based solutions' (NbS). Since 2008, we have been helping the world’s largest organizations meet their ESG targets, reduce their environmental footprint, and regenerate the ecosystems they depend on across complex supply chains. Having developed over 45 projects in more than 30 countries, PUR is recognized as both a pioneer and leader in a sector that is now at the forefront of global efforts to address the ongoing climate and biodiversity crisis.  

At the heart of our mission is a commitment to fostering and operationalizing insetting strategies—interventions by companies within their own value chains designed to reduce GHG emissions while creating positive impacts for communities, landscapes, and ecosystems. By championing this insetting approach, we aim to create a holistic range of benefits that extend beyond ecological restoration, encompassing social and economic dimensions through enhanced agricultural yields and resilience to climate change-induced stresses, among others.  

One of the distinctive features of our work is our ability to tailor projects to the specific needs of different regions and communities. By recognizing the unique characteristics of each ecosystem and the cultural context of the communities involved, we ensure our initiatives are contextually relevant and have a meaningful and sustainable impact. All our projects are developed in close collaboration with local actors, including cooperatives, NGOs, governments, and corporations.Today, we employ 200 staff across 16 countries with key offices in Paris (HQ) and Toronto. 

As a key member of the Impact team, you will report to the Sr. Carbon Lead based in Eastern Canada. You will be responsible for ensuring that the project design and methodologies applied in PUR’s agroforestry projects are of high quality and comply with the requirements of the standards (Verra; Gold Standard; VCI). Additionally, you will stay informed about new and emerging standards (Isometric, Equitable Earth). You will also provide technical support for projects undergoing the carbon certification process and support business development and consultancy activities. 

Industry 

PUR operates within the dynamic and rapidly evolving sector of environmental consultancy services and nature-based solutions markets. These markets are closely linked with the voluntary carbon markets (VCM) when NbS projects produce carbon credits that can be traded on the VCM. The NbS market has recently gained traction as society recognizes the invaluable services provided by nature and the need to preserve, restore, and harness these services to mitigate and adapt to environmental challenges. To be considered a nature-based solution, projects must effectively address real societal challenges and offer strong environmental, economic, and social benefits for local communities. 

Market KPIs: 

• 5,307 companies have set science-based targets—a 4.2x increase since 2022—and are a significant driver of demand within the NbS and VCM markets (SBTi, 2024). 

• To meet their SBTi targets and mitigate their climate-risk exposure, organizations around the world will need to invest in the type of projects PUR develops. Today, very few market players have a proven track record in NbS project implementation, and PUR is therefore well-positioned to benefit from the market’s expansion. 

As a key member of the Impact team, you will report to the Sr. Carbon Lead based in Eastern Canada. You will be responsible for ensuring that the project design and methodologies applied in PUR’s agroforestry projects are of high quality and comply with the requirements of the standards (Verra; Gold Standard; VCI). Additionally, you will stay informed about new and emerging standards (Isometric, Equitable Earth). You will also provide technical support for projects undergoing the carbon certification process and support business development and consultancy activities. 

Your responsibilities will include, but are not limited to, the following: 

Support design and methodology development  

• Ensure PUR’s approach to carbon baselining, quantification (ex-ante/ex-post), sampling and leakage assessment are aligned with best practice; designed for project success and are cost-effective.  

• Build and document tools and databases for the carbon project managers to apply in the certification process to build efficiencies across projects. 

• Develop and provide guidance on meeting carbon certification requirements: stakeholder consultations; SDGs; definition of the supply sheds; definition of the scale of the project; etc.  

• Stay up to date with developments and updates in methodologies and standards. 

• Improve PUR’s approach to data collection; calculations; analysis – seeking rigor with efficiency 

• Review literature and build a library of allometric equations and growth parameters to be used in carbon quantification for agroforestry systems. 

Lead knowledge management 

• Create standardized training materials for the carbon and operations teams; for cooperatives and in-field partners 

• Build/update project management tools designed to streamline workflows and enhance team collaboration. 

• Create/ update protocols and data collection templates 

• Build tools to provide management with quick access to data and information to report on the carbon sequestration status of each project; projected versus delivered carbon roadmaps 

• Conduct internal and external trainings  

Business development: 

• Support in developing proposal for clients on new project opportunities or the scaling of current projects 

• Develop carbon estimates for proposals 

Support carbon certification: 

• Support in the drafting technical sections of the Monitoring Reports; PDD/IDDs as needed. 

• Provide comprehensive technical support for the successful implementation of carbon certification projects, ensuring all aspects of the project are thoroughly managed and compliant with relevant standards. 

• Conduct technical reviews of the IDD/PDD and Monitoring Reports  

• Carry out technical reviews of carbon baseline and ex-ante/post calculations   

• Support the validation and verification process as needed.  

We are looking for a candidate with: 

• Master's degree in forestry, agriculture, natural resource management, sustainability or climate change and carbon mitigation related fields; 

• A minimum of 5 years of direct professional experience working in agroforestry and agriculture sector and nature-based solutions; managing the process of carbon certifications (VCS,GS, VCI) for agriculture and forest climate projects; 

• Work experience in supply chains such as cocoa or coffee;  

• Work experience related to carbon quantification and carbon modeling in the context of forestry/agroforestry systems;  

• Field experience in one or more of the regions where PUR operates, especially working with smallholder farmers;  

• Advanced in the use of Excel or other data analytics tools  

• Strong cross-cultural communication (clear, precise, and constructive); 

• Proven ability to self-manage, independently prioritize and triage complex workstreams while maintaining momentum through ambiguous challenges. 

• Looks for impact by making decisions based on facts and critical thinking; 

• Integrates well with cross-functional and cross-cultural teams to collaborate and accelerate collective goals. 

• Fluent in English and a second language (Spanish / French). Any other language would be a plus; 

• Flexible to travel on a need-basis according to the project you'll be responsible for (up to 20% travels). 

Recruitment process:

• HR interview 

• Interview with the Senior Carbon Lead 

• Case study

• Interview with the Director of Impact and references check 

At PUR, we strive to build inclusive teams and an equitable workplace where our employees feel respected, supported, and empowered. As a global company operating across six continents, we recognize that diversity in the workplace is essential to achieving our mission.  

We welcome applications from all qualified candidates regardless of age, race, gender, colour, religion, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or any other aspect that makes them unique. 

PUR is dedicated to providing an accessible environment for all candidates during the application process and for employees during their employment.  If you require accommodation or consideration throughout the interview process, let us know, and we will do our best to support you.