Senior Carbon Project Developer

Your Benefits

• Work within a highly motivated team in an innovative and rapidly growing global company
• Opportunity to have a direct impact and be a key part of the growth and development of the business and the team
• Work solely on projects that have an impact on the sustainability and climate change goals/challenges for clients
• Opportunity to work with, collaborate with and learn from sustainability SME’s who are passionate about the work they do and the impact Anthesis can have
• Exposure to a wide range of clients and projects on a global basis
• Competitive salary in line with education, experience and skills
• Cooperative, supportive and open working atmosphere.

About Anthesis
Anthesis is the sustainability activator. Proud to be a B Corp, we seek to make a significant contribution to a world which is more resilient and productive. We do this by working with cities, corporates, investors and other organisations to drive sustainable performance. We develop financially driven sustainability strategies, underpinned by technical expertise and delivered by innovative collaborative teams across the world.

At Anthesis Group, we are truly committed to putting people and our planet at the heart of all we do.

Summary of Role

Our Carbon Project Development Team leads the development and delivery of carbon offset projects in diverse sectors, including renewable energy, waste management, agriculture, forestry, and Nature-Based Solutions. We support project owners and partners throughout the full project lifecycle-from early-stage design through to credit issuance under international carbon standards.

As a Senior Carbon Project Developer, you'll join a passionate and multidisciplinary team. You'll contribute to high-impact projects and have opportunities to grow your expertise while working in a supportive, purpose-driven environment.

Key Responsibilities

You'll play a key role in supporting and advancing our carbon project portfolio. Your work will involve:
Developing and Managing Projects

• Designing carbon feasibility studies and developing Project Design Documents (PDDs)
• Assessing emissions baselines and conducting surveys
• Supporting validation, monitoring, reporting, and verification (MRV) processes under standards like Verra's VCS and Gold Standard
• Participating in site visits, stakeholder engagement, and project delivery activities across locations
• Scheduling quality reviews, coordinating deliverables, and supporting project certification
• Sourcing and evaluating new project opportunities in collaboration with internal and external partners
• Preparing documentation, technical assessments, and financial projections

• Engaging with project owners, clients, verification bodies, and other partners
• Supporting a culture of knowledge-sharing and collaboration across teams
• Building and maintaining networks with verification bodies, standard organizations, and technology providers
• Representing Anthesis at events and sharing insights with peers and partners

• Staying informed on international carbon markets and policy developments
• Deepening your knowledge in thematic areas such as Nature-Based Solutions or methane reduction
• Sharing learnings with colleagues to strengthen the team's collective expertise

Key Requirements

We welcome a variety of backgrounds and experiences. You may be a great fit for this role if:

• You hold a relevant bachelor's or master's degree (e.g., in applied sciences, environmental engineering, or a related field)
• You have at least 3 years of relevant experience in carbon project development, ideally including drafting PDDs and overseeing MRV cycles
• You enjoy working collaboratively and contributing to a positive, inclusive team culture
• You're eager to keep learning and open to tackling new challenges
• You're comfortable working in dynamic settings, with the ability to adapt quickly and think creatively
• You communicate clearly in English (Dutch and other languages are a plus)
• You have strong time management and organizational skills
• You're interested in creating real-world impact and helping others do the same