Who we are
* As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, we partner 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.
* We are unmatched in our ability to operationalize sustainability across the business and investment life cycle and at all levels of an organization due to our deep sector and technical experience as well as geographical spread (over 170 offices across 40 countries and employing more than 8,000 people).
* At ERM we know that creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment is an essential part of making our company a great place to build a career. We also see our diversity as a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world‑class experts supports clients across the breadth of their organizations to operationalize sustainability, underpinned by our deep technical expertise. We call this capability our "boots to boardroom" approach for its comprehensive service model that allows ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that advance objectives on the ground and at the executive level.
ESG Due Diligence Roles (Consulting Associate – Consulting Director)
Our Climate, Sustainability and Transactions team is experiencing significant growth, and we are seeking individuals to deliver best in class services to meet this demand. Consultants in ESG Due Diligence Roles within ERM’s Climate, Sustainability and Transactions team work on a wide range of buy side and sell side transactions for private market investors, their portfolio companies, and corporate clients, to identify ESG Risks, Liabilities, and Value Creation Opportunities from both a financial and reputational perspective.
Responsibilities
* Lead and direct large, global projects, ensuring client satisfaction and profitable delivery.
* Provide expert guidance on strategic ESG related matters leveraging our global pool of subject matter experts.
* Maintain an understanding of macro sustainability / ESG topics as they relate to companies in the real‑economy and investment community, Value Creation, and how these may translate into topics of relevance during a transaction (e.g., ESG Governance, importance of Climate Strategy and decarbonization, social (Human Rights), EU Green Deal, among others).
* Understand how ESG due diligence findings are used by clients, and the interaction with other advisors and workstreams (e.g., financial, legal, and commercial due diligence, investment banks).
* Identify and manage commercial and operational risks from conception through to project delivery.
* Ensure client satisfaction through effective communications and engagement, producing quality deliverables, translating complex technical topics into commercial opinions, and identifying potential opportunities to create or maintain value.
Qualifications
* Private markets experience is preferred, but not required.
Commitment to Inclusion
ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive, it’s an essential part of what makes ERM a great place to build a career and helps us create better solutions for our clients. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you. Our commitment doesn’t stop at hiring. Once you join us, we’ll ensure you have the tools, support, and adjustments needed to succeed and feel a true sense of belonging. Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) efforts by visiting our website or exploring our 2025 Sustainability Report.
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