Consulting Associate - LCA (Entry Level)

ERM is seeking a motivated and commercially focused Consultant with experience in data management and a background in sustainability to join us. ERM works with a variety of stakeholders at our clients’ organisations, ranging from Board members and senior management through to sustainability, marketing and innovation teams to help our clients assess and implement sustainability initiatives.

We work with clients across industry sectors on some of the most exciting and strategic initiatives such as: circular economy, sustainability development goals (SDG) implementation, socio-economic assessment, social impact assessment, sourcing/supply chain assessment and carbon strategy. Additionally, we will also support our clients with assessing the environmental and social impacts of our their products, services and supply chains through the use of LCA and product footprinting techniques.

This role will suit someone who enjoys working with clients discussing the broad sustainability management agenda and is able to translate these discussions into workable projects. You will have knowledge in both the strategic advisory and LCA areas. A key focus of the Consultant role will be working with and advising clients. You will also carry out project work such as report writing, research, analysis and modelling activities.

Joining ERM would mean that you work for a global company that maintains the personalized feel of a local firm while still delivering on a global scale. ERM has enduring values that are fundamental to our business conduct. We are passionate about our people, their safety, wellbeing and development. ERMers take accountability, are client focused, and collaborate with colleagues across geographies. If you share our values, believe in sustainability and are motivated by opportunities to work with colleagues of the highest calibre on challenging projects, ERM is the ideal employer for you.

We offer a flexible working environment and competitive salary. We are aiming for a start date towards the beginning of October if possible.

• flexible working environment
• competitive salary

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.

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.

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 a positive imprint on our planet.