Ecotoxicology & Environmental Risk Assessment Consultant

ERM; Greater London; On-site; GBP 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexibility

International group of experts

Growth in new areas

Competitive remuneration

Office locations across Europe

Job summary

ERM is seeking an experienced Ecotoxicology & Environmental Risk Assessment expert to join our team in Europe. The role supports clients in the plant protection sector, navigating EU regulatory requirements and data gaps, with emphasis on risk assessment, study monitoring, and dossier support.

As Senior Consultant/Managing Technical Consultant, you will lead ecotoxicology projects, mentor colleagues, and contribute to business development while delivering high-quality consultancy services across

Qualifications

• Degree in Biology, Ecotoxicology or related field.
• Proven ecotoxicology risk assessment experience.
• Ability to design and monitor ecotoxicology studies.
• Strong knowledge of EU ecotoxicology regulations and data requirements.
• Collaborative cross-disciplinary work and external expert meetings.
• Experience preparing dossiers for regulatory submissions.
• Commitment to high-quality work and safety.
• Experience with non-EU regulatory requirements is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate and summarize ecotoxicology data and risk assessments.
• Ensure deliverables meet quality standards and client outcomes.
• Represent ERM in client meetings and answer ecotoxicology questions.
• Collaborate with fate, mammalian tox and ecotoxicology experts.
• Define actions, allocate resources, and deliver on time and budget.
• Keep up-to-date with EU regulatory developments.
• Develop expertise on new EU regulatory requirements.
• Perform additional scientific/administrative tasks as needed.

Skills

Ecotoxicology

Risk assessment

Study design

Regulatory knowledge

Communication

Team collaboration

Statistical analysis

Non-EU regulatory experience

Education

Biology degree

Ecotoxicology degree

Job description

Senior Consultant/Managing Technical Consultant: Environmental Resources Management (ERM), is seeking an experienced Ecotoxicology & Environmental Risk Assessment expert to join our well-respected team in Europe. This is a great opportunity to join a consultancy with strong track record of advising clients in the chemical sector, with a focus on plant protection, to help them to navigate the complexities of the EU regulatory environment. ERM offers the full range of chemical regulatory consulting services including data gap analysis, study monitoring, risk assessment, preparation and submission of dossiers and post-submission support. Working with clients predominantly in the plant protection sector, this person will play a key role to help our clients achieve a successful registration. This is an excellent opportunity for a driven individual to work with a dedicated team of professionals who share a strong commitment to service excellence, whilst continuing to enhance the long‑term relationships ERM has developed through supporting our clients focus on meeting their goals and objectives. We offer a great opportunity for an experienced professional to work in a collaborative environment as a member of our ecotoxicology team.

Role responsibilities

• Undertake evaluation and summarisation of ecotoxicology data, ecological risk assessments and ecotoxicology study monitoring, as required
• Understand clients’ desired outcomes and work collaboratively to ensure deliverables meet quality standards
• Work closely with clients, represent ERM in client meetings and respond to specific questions on ecotoxicology
• Work closely with other ERM environmental fate, mammalian toxicology and ecotoxicology experts to maintain awareness of projects and general issues
• Define actions and identify and utilize resources to achieve project tasks or objectives;ensure that projects are delivered on time and to budget and that goals are aligned to desired project results
• Ensure awareness of the latest developments in all areas of regulatory ecotoxicology and ecological risk assessment
• Develop expertise in new EU regulatory developments according to the requirements of the business
• Undertake other scientific and administrative tasks on occasion, where this benefits the business as a whole

Managing Technical Consultant level expectations

• Contribute to the commercial growth of the business through actively participating in the wider business development activities such as client visits, conferences, and expert groups relevant to expert area, as appropriate
• Assist in the personal development of other members of the ERM team, as appropriate

Skills & experience requirement

• Educated to at least degree level within Biology, Ecotoxicology or a related field
• Proven experience in conducting ecotoxicological risk assessments
• Demonstrated ability to design and monitor ecotoxicology studies, experience as a study director would be advantageous
• Strong knowledge of relevant EU regulations and guidelines, including EU data requirements for ecotoxicology studies
• Demonstrated ability to work in a collaborative environment and across disciplines
• Practical experience of communication and involvement in expert meetings with external experts in regulatory authorities and client companies would be highly valued
• Fully experienced in the preparation and support of dossiers; experience across multiple regulatory sectors and frameworks would be highly valued
• Strong commitment to delivering high-quality work that exceeds clients’ expectations
• Strong commitment to safety, including following established Health and Safety protocols
• Excellent communicator (written/verbal) with the ability to listen, organise and prioritise
• Proficiency in ecotox statistical analysis software is preferable
• Experience in non-EU regulatory requirements (Lat. Am, North America, APAC) would be considered an asset
• Excellent inter-personal skills

What do we offer

• Flexibility
• International group of experts across regions
• Growth in new areas
• A large organisation with potential synergies with other service lines in ERM
• Competitive remuneration
• Various office locations in Europe

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 2026 Sustainability Report.

At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world’s largest advisory firm focused solely on sustainability, offering unparalleled expertise across business and finance. ERM partners with clients to operationalize sustainability at pace and scale, through our unique combination of strategic transformation and technical delivery capabilities. Our diverse global team of experts works with the world’s leading organizations to help them set clear sustainability targets, measure progress and operationalize strategy through deep implementation and business transformation. With more than 50 years of experience, our ability to integrate sustainability solutions and our depth and breadth of technical knowledge are why organizations choose to partner with us as their trusted advisor. Every one of us firmly believes in the potential to create value for our clients through an integrated approach to sustainability (because we have personally seen it and professionally achieved it).

Our team members are passionate about client service. We work closely with our clients to help them operationalize their sustainability goals and meet their environmental, health and safety objectives while advancing ERM’s purpose through delivering tangible progress in what the United Nations coined The Decade of Action. Organizing our people across globally integrated communities of technical and strategic talent positions ERM to be a "boots to boardroom" leader in bringing that value creation to our clients, partners, and the world. We recruit exceptional professionals with a personal and professional passion for sustainability and nurture them to even greater success as specialists. We prepare our consultants to bring integrated, innovative and sustainable solutions to our clients and provide opportunities for ongoing development across a variety of subject areas related to technical, business, and personal growth. At ERM, effort pays off and becomes career defining work that leaves positive imprint on our planet.