Managing Consultant - Private Markets Sustainability Advisory (Mid-Senior level)

TN United Kingdom; Manchester; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking consultancy dedicated to sustainability, where you'll leverage your expertise in ESG integration and advisory to drive impactful change. As a Managing Consultant, you'll collaborate with top-tier clients, guiding them through the complexities of sustainability challenges while ensuring their strategies align with global standards. With a commitment to professional growth and a culture that values diversity and inclusion, this is an opportunity to make a significant impact in the field of sustainability. If you're passionate about creating lasting change and thrive in a dynamic environment, this role is for you.

Benefits

Flexible working

Competitive salary

Pension plan

Private medical insurance

Bonuses

Qualifications

• Experience in ESG integration and sustainability advisory.
• Strong analytical skills and ability to drive value creation.

Responsibilities

• Support private market investors in ESG integration and performance improvements.
• Lead global projects ensuring client satisfaction and profitability.

Skills

ESG Integration

Value Creation

Sustainability Advisory

Decarbonization Planning

Human Rights Advisory

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Environmental Science or related field

Master's Degree in Sustainability or related field

Tools

Sustainability Assessment Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

Position: Managing Consultant - Private Markets Sustainability Advisory (Mid-Senior level), Manchester

Client:

ERM

Location:

Manchester, United Kingdom

Job Category:

Consulting

EU work permit required:

Yes

Job Reference:

2cb9cca74040

Job Views:

12

Posted:

28.04.2025

Expiry Date:

12.06.2025

Job Description:

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.
• Our Sustainability Advisory & Transaction Services team is experiencing significant growth, and we are seeking individuals to deliver best in class services to meet this demand.
• Consultants in ESG Advisory roles within ERM’s Sustainability Advisory & Transaction Services team work on a wide range of strategic and operational engagements for private market investors and their portfolio companies. Our work includes portfolio company onboarding, value creation identification and planning, green growth strategy, decarbonization planning & target setting, sustainable supply chain & procurement advisory, product life cycle assessments, human rights advisory, human capital consulting, sustainability claims and certification support, and exit readiness.

Roles and Responsibilities:

• Supporting private market investors in ESG integration, value creation, and impact performance improvements across portfolio companies.
• Collaborating across ERM and the firm’s functions to deliver leading capabilities and insights to clients’ portfolio companies.

Senior roles will include:

• Leading large, global projects ensuring client satisfaction and profitability.
• Providing expert guidance on strategic ESG-related matters using our global expertise.
• Driving innovation and growth within the team.
• Supporting the development and implementation of clients’ post-investment ESG programs.
• Designing and executing post-investment value creation plans.
• Providing insights on integrating ESG into business practices for long-term value.
• Developing frameworks, tools, and assessment scorecards for clients.
• Ensuring ESG interventions and reporting align with client needs.
• Supporting ESG and impact due diligence to increase value and reduce risks.
• Staying informed on regulatory drivers like TCFD, EU Green Deal (SFDR, EU Taxonomy, CSRD), and others.
• Managing risks from project conception to delivery.
• Ensuring client satisfaction through communication and quality of deliverables.
• Providing leadership in engagement, decision-making, and execution.

Join Us:

At ERM, we value safety, well-being, and development. We foster accountability, client-focus, and collaboration across geographies. If you share our values and are motivated to make a real impact in sustainability, ERM is the place for you.

We offer flexible, hybrid working, a competitive salary, and a comprehensive benefits package including pension, bonuses, private medical insurance, and more.

Become part of a team making a difference and experience a culture of excellence, inclusion, and professional growth. Apply now to contribute to a sustainable future and grow with ERM.