BUSINESS UNIT MANAGING PARTNER, NORTHERN EUROPE
We are seeking an exceptional individual to take on the pivotal role of Managing Partner within our dynamic and rapidly growing business. As the steward of our expanding region, the ideal candidate will be a people-focused leader, dedicated to fostering a culture of collaboration and growth across our service portfolio. This role is not just about running the business; it’s about making a real impact in creating a high-performing environment whilst maintaining a People first philosophy. You will be externally well-connected, adept at client interactions and will lead by example, setting high standards for professionalism and dedication as well as being passionate about driving success in a thriving business unit while nurturing a strong team.
Reporting to the Regional CEO, the Managing Partner is accountable for leading the commercial operations and driving the growth and profitability of the largest business unit in EMEA. The Managing Partner is responsible for leading and inspiring an800 purpose-driven team, driving an impactful commercial strategy, delivering operational effectiveness, and creating and role modelling our beliefs.
In addition, you will be responsible for growing an engaged and diverse team for ERM in the Northern Europe Business Unit for ERM, which as the largest business unit in the region, accounting for over half of the regions revenue and is made up of over 800 employees and over 80 partners, in 19 offices across the United Kingdom and Ireland.
Why join ERM? Sustainability is our business!
As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world’s leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations.
ERM’s diverse team of 8,000+ world-class experts in over 150 offices in 40 countries and territories combine strategic transformation and technical delivery to help clients operationalize sustainability at pace and scale. ERM calls this capability its “boots to boardroom” approach - a comprehensive service model that helps organizations to accelerate the integration of sustainability into their strategy and operations.
Main Responsibilities
1. Deliver our sustainability mission through helping clients solve their sustainability challenges
2. Cultivate a people first culture, leading with purpose and impact.
3. Achieve the Business Unit financial budget, including sales, net revenue, and profitability.
4. Work closely with the Regional CEO to develop the strategy and implementation plan for the Business Unit, while championing ERM’s global strategy and strategic imperatives.
5. Develop work with key clients in the business unit through close collaborations with other Partners across the business.
6. Participate as part of the EMEA Leadership Team in developing growth strategies for the Region and supporting the overall financial success of the Business Unit and Region by working collaboratively with other Business Unit Managing Partners.
7. Ensure delivery of exceptional client value to key clients in order to maximise regional growth and expansion efforts within key accounts.
8. Role model the development of compelling go to market campaigns and champion scale through service connectivity.
9. Recruit, mentor and coach key leaders.
10. Manage the performance of the Partners and employees within the Business to meet Northern Europe and Regional standards and expectations.
11. Perform project reviews (coordinate with Partners) and determine and close the gaps where Partner-in-Charge (PIC) support is needed on existing projects.
12. Coordinate with other Business Unit Managing Partners to manage resources on a regional basis to maximise utilization.
13. A member of the Regional Leadership Team to develop growth strategies and supporting the overall success of the region.