Sustainability Consultant (Mid - Level)

4 months ago
Full time role
In-person · São Paulo, SP, BR... more

ERM Brazil is seeking a new Senior Sustainability Consultant to join our team in São Paulo.

We are looking for a Senior Sustainability Consultant with advanced experience in managing socio-environmental and climatic risks and implementing ESG strategies. The ideal candidate will lead sustainability advisory services, develop comprehensive strategies and policies, and coordinate the implementation of sustainable practices within the organization.

Responsibilities:

  • Design and lead the implementation of sustainability strategies aligned with corporate objectives.
  • Identify, assess, and mitigate socio-environmental and climatic risks, ensuring compliance with international regulations and standards.
  • Develop and review sustainability-related policies and procedures, ensuring conformity with regulations and best practices.
  • Provide expert advice to senior management and other departments on sustainable strategies and practices.
  • Prepare and present sustainability reports to senior management and internal committees and manage communication with external stakeholders.
  • Coordinate and supervise sustainability team members and collaborate with other areas of the organization to integrate sustainable practices.
  • Research and recommend new opportunities and technologies to enhance the company's environmental and social performance.

Requirements:

  • Between 1 and 5 years in sustainability consulting or similar roles, with experience in implementing ESG strategies in large organizations.
  • University degree in areas related to Environmental Management, Environmental Sciences, Sustainability, or similar. Postgraduate qualifications or additional certifications are a plus.
  • Extensive knowledge of ESG frameworks (TCFD, SASB, CDP), advanced analytical skills, ability to present complex reports, and experience in team management.
  • Advanced English; other languages are valued.

Background:

Since establishing our first local presence in Latin America and the Caribbean in the 1990s, ERM has experienced steady growth and now has over 600 employees in the region. We have offices in Argentina, Peru, Colombia, Mexico, Guyana, and Brazil.

We are committed to the Latin American and Caribbean market and have been building top-tier consulting teams in environmental, social, and sustainability consulting for over 20 years. ERM has a strong client base in the oil and gas, manufacturing, and chemical sectors, and we have worked closely with our clients, supporting them in challenging times as we remain committed to this fascinating sector. Our clients are increasingly investing in the local market, and to meet their growth needs, ERM is expanding its presence in this region. We are now seeking a strong market leader who shares our passion and commitment to this sector to join us.

About Us:

As the world’s largest sustainability consultancy, we partner with leading global organizations to create innovative solutions to sustainability challenges, unlocking business opportunities that meet today’s needs while preserving opportunities for future generations.

We also believe that our diversity is a strength that helps us create better solutions for our clients. Our diverse team of world-class experts assists clients across all areas of their organizations in operationalizing sustainability, backed by our deep technical knowledge to address environmental, health, safety, risk, and social issues. We call this capability our "boots-to-boardroom" approach for its integrated service model that enables ERM to develop strategic and technical solutions that drive objectives both on the ground and at the executive level.

For more information on Diversity, Equity, Equality, and Inclusion (DE&I) at ERM, you can visit our website or read about our progress in the 2024 Sustainability Report.