Julia Rymer - Senior Climate & Sustainability Project and Program Manager

Q: Where is Julia based?

Julia is based in Estoril, Portugal .

Q: What languages does Julia speak?

Julia speaks the following languages: Portuguese (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced) .

Q: How many years of experience does Julia have?

Julia has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Julia has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies . The average length of individual experience is 3 years . Note that Julia may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

Q: What is Julia's latest experience?

Julia's most recent position is Personal and International Transition at Personal and International Transition .

Q: What companies has Julia worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Julia has worked for Personal and International Transition , WayCarbon , and AR Sustentabilidade .

Q: Which industries is Julia most experienced in?

Julia is most experienced in industries like Professional Services , Energy , and Chemical . Julia also has some experience in Education .

Q: Which business areas is Julia most experienced in?

Julia is most experienced in business areas like Strategy and Planning , Sustainability Management , and Finance . Julia also has some experience in Project Management and Research and Development (R&D) .

Q: Which industries has Julia worked in recently?

Julia has recently worked in industries like Professional Services .

Q: Which business areas has Julia worked in recently?

Julia has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning , Finance , and Project Management .

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Estoril, Portugal

Experience

Mar 2024 - Aug 2025

1 year 6 months

Personal and International Transition

Career break for international relocation and family adaptation
Focused on upskilling and staying current with sustainability and climate trends
Seeking opportunities to deliver strategic impact in organizations committed to sustainability, innovation, and continuous improvement

Sep 2021 - Feb 2024

2 years 6 months

Brazil

Decarbonization Business Unit Manager

WayCarbon

Led technical and strategic delivery of GHG inventories, Scope 3 accounting, decarbonization pathways and neutrality strategies for companies, value chains, and products
Designed and managed R&D&I initiatives on low-carbon technologies and data-driven climate methodologies
Oversaw financial performance, business development and commercial strategy of the division
Managed and mentored a technical team of 25+ professionals and maintained relationships with major clients in the energy, mining, steel, sanitation, retail, construction and other sectors
Conducted strategic planning for business unit, including market analysis, new product development, commercial campaigns, and team structure design

Mar 2015 - Sep 2021

6 years 7 months

Brazil

Founding Partner, COO and Project Director

AR Sustentabilidade

Founded and led a consultancy specialized in climate change and ESG
Managed end-to-end GHG emissions quantification and reduction projects, ESG materiality assessments, corporate trainings and financial evaluations of sustainability initiatives (energy, materials and water efficiency; waste management)
Led business management, commercial development and team capability building
Coordinated cross-functional projects and external stakeholders across multiple sectors, including mining, food and beverage, aviation, tourism and services, ICT, energy, and agribusiness

Apr 2010 - Mar 2015

5 years

Brazil

Sustainability, Climate and Energy Consultant

ICF International

Technical consulting on corporate and product emissions quantification and mitigation projects, transition risk analysis, and carbon project eligibility studies
Supported strategic studies with international organizations and companies on climate policy and energy

Jan 2008 - Nov 2009

1 year 11 months

Brazil

Investment Analysis Intern

White Martins (Linde Group)

Supported economic and financial feasibility analysis of industrial CAPEX projects
Collaborated with technical, commercial and engineering departments, strengthening cross-functional communication

Apr 2007 - Jan 2008

10 months

Brazil

Junior Researcher

Fluminense Federal University

Conducted computational chemistry research, strengthening analytical and scientific skills

Industries Experience

See where this freelancer has spent most of their professional time. Longer bars indicate deeper hands-on experience, while shorter ones reflect targeted or project-based work.

Experienced in Professional Services (14 years), Energy (5 years), Chemical (2 years), and Education (1 year).

Professional Services

Energy

Chemical

Education

Business Areas Experience

The graph below provides a cumulative view of the freelancer's experience across multiple business areas, calculated from completed and active engagements. It highlights the areas where the freelancer has most frequently contributed to planning, execution, and delivery of business outcomes.

Experienced in Strategy (15.5 years), Sustainability Management (9 years), Finance (8.5 years), Project Management (6.5 years), and Research and Development (5.5 years).

Strategy

Sustainability Management

Finance

Project Management

Research and Development

Summary

Senior sustainability and climate strategy leader with 10+ years of experience across multiple sectors. Managed a portfolio of 30+ climate and ESG projects, including Scope 1–3 inventories, corporate and product decarbonization pathways, neutrality strategies and ESG reporting. Proven ability to coordinate complex, cross-functional programs and ensure alignment with business goals. Strong background in data governance, KPI development and sustainability frameworks. Business and solution-oriented professional experienced in evaluating climate-related risks and opportunities, prioritizing initiatives based on impact, feasibility and cost, and translating technical data into strategic, actionable insights. Founder and former business-unit manager with experience mentoring teams, engaging stakeholders and driving innovation within sustainability programs. International experience across Brazil, Spain, Portugal and the U.S.

Skills

Program & Portfolio Management
Decarbonization Strategy & Scope 3 Accounting
Ghg Protocol & Esg Frameworks
Cross-functional Alignment & Stakeholder Management
Risk & Opportunity Assessment
Analytical Thinker & Strategic Problem-solving
Leadership & Team Mentoring

Languages

Portuguese

Native

English

Advanced

Spanish

Advanced

Education

Sep 2011 - Jun 2013

Universidad Complutense de Madrid

Master’s in Corporate Finance · Corporate Finance · Madrid, Spain

Mar 2005 - Jun 2010

Universidade Federal Fluminense

Bachelor’s in Chemical Engineering · Chemical Engineering · Brazil

Certifications & licenses

Foundations Of Business Strategy

Coursera

PMI-PMP® Certification Training Course Specialization

Coursera

Professional English Conversation

Private tutoring

Corporate Finance & Strategy

BTC

Mental Health Workshop For Leadership

Márcia Cássia

Executive Communication

Guilherme Susteras

Transformational Leadership

Fundação Dom Cabral

Nonviolent Communication

Base Colaborativa

The Leader’s Brain And Decision-Making

Carla Tieppo

Yoga And Yogatherapy Training

Shiva Shankara

Yoga And Yogatherapy Training

Yogalilavan

Profile

Created

January 2026

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Frequently asked questions

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Where is Julia based?

Julia is based in Estoril, Portugal.

What languages does Julia speak?

Julia speaks the following languages: Portuguese (Native), English (Advanced), Spanish (Advanced).

How many years of experience does Julia have?

Julia has at least 18 years of experience. During this time, Julia has worked in at least 6 different roles and for 6 different companies. The average length of individual experience is 3 years. Note that Julia may not have shared all experience and actually has more experience.

What roles would Julia be best suited for?

Based on recent experience, Julia would be well-suited for roles such as: Personal and International Transition, Decarbonization Business Unit Manager, Founding Partner, COO and Project Director.

What is Julia's latest experience?

Julia's most recent position is Personal and International Transition at Personal and International Transition.

What companies has Julia worked for in recent years?

In recent years, Julia has worked for Personal and International Transition, WayCarbon, and AR Sustentabilidade.

Which industries is Julia most experienced in?

Julia is most experienced in industries like Professional Services, Energy, and Chemical. Julia also has some experience in Education.

Which business areas is Julia most experienced in?

Julia is most experienced in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Sustainability Management, and Finance. Julia also has some experience in Project Management and Research and Development (R&D).

Which industries has Julia worked in recently?

Julia has recently worked in industries like Professional Services.

Which business areas has Julia worked in recently?

Julia has recently worked in business areas like Strategy and Planning, Finance, and Project Management.

What is Julia's education?

Julia holds a Master in Corporate Finance from Universidad Complutense de Madrid and a Bachelor in Chemical Engineering from Universidade Federal Fluminense.

Does Julia have any certificates?

Julia has 11 certificates. Among them, these include: Foundations Of Business Strategy, PMI-PMP® Certification Training Course Specialization, and Professional English Conversation.

What is the availability of Julia?

Julia is immediately available for suitable projects.

What is the rate of Julia?

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