ESG and Sustainability Advisory Partner, Germany

Join our dynamic team in Germany and play a pivotal role in driving the growth of our strategic corporate sustainability and climate change advisory services. In this influential position, you will leverage your expertise and robust network of client relationships to make a substantial impact swiftly.

This is a senior, Partner level opportunity. Our partnership model is a significant differentiator for ERM in that it presents an almost unique opportunity for leading consultants in a truly global firm to own and contribute to the direction and success of the company. Our partnership model offers unparalleled opportunities for leaders with ambition, vision and proven expertise, providing meaningful equity ownership with significant financial and intangible rewards.

About You

You will possess a strong background and professional experience in ESG and Climate, with a proven track record in management consultancy and advisory. Your expertise will lie in sales and business development, with a successful history of originating sales in the ESG and Climate Advisory space, with corporate as well as finance sector clients and their investment portfolios. Drawing from your extensive experience in ESG and Climate consulting, you will capitalize on existing client relationships and networks while forging new ones to drive our business forward. Your unique combination of strategic vision, technical prowess, and commercial acumen sets you apart as an ideal candidate for this pivotal role.

If you are motivated to help shape, build and grow sustainability services in Germany and beyond that truly impacts our clients’ businesses by moving the sustainability needle as a conduit for commercial success, ERM is a perfect fit.  We offer a flexible working environment, competitive salary and a culture that prioritizes the safety, well-being and development of our people.  Join us in shaping a safer and more sustainable future for Germany and beyond.

Role Profile

As an ESG and Sustainability Advisory Partner, you will provide inspirational leadership, rallying teams across all levels to execute our regional growth strategy.  Your primary responsibilities:

Client Engagement and Business Development

• Cultivate and expand client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor on ESG and Climate Matters
• Drive business development efforts, identify opportunities and lead client pursuits to achieve revenue targets
• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales and business development strategy for ESG and Climate advisory services
• Collaborate with partners and teams across the firm to deliver integrated solutions to clients

ESG Advisory Leadership

• Provide visionary leadership in the ESG and Climate ty Advisory space, staying abreast of industry trends, regulations and emerging topics like Nature and Water
• Look beyond compliance and focusses on business improvement and value creation when developing and implementing ESG / Climate Strategies
• Support the development and execute a comprehensive strategy for ESG and Climate services, enduring alignment with the firm’s overall objectives

ESG Sustainability Expertise

• Leverage own and ERM’s deep expertise in ESG and Climate to provide high-quality advisory services to clients
• Advise clients on ESG and Climate reporting, strategy, value creation, risk management and stakeholder engagement
• Stay up to date with global ESG and Climate standards and frameworks, ensuring our services align with evolving market expectations

Thought Leadership and Brand Building

• Contribute to the firm’s thought leadership in the ESG and Climate space through publications, speaking engagements and industry events
• Build and enhance the firm’s reputation as a leader in ESG and Climate advisory services

Team Development and Mentorship

• Lead and mentor a team of professionals, fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment
• Provide guidance and support to team members in developing their technical skills, industry knowledge and client relationship management

The Company

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. Top of Form

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