Consultant - Industrial Permitting (Associate Level) in Manchester

ERM is looking for an Environmental Permitting Consultant to join our rapidly growing permitting team.

The role is required to support a range of critical projects for our data centre and wider industrial sector clients with environmental permitting and compliance matters as well as regulatory advice and support. The role requires working knowledge of the Environmental Permitting/Pollution Prevention Control regimes across the UK. Knowledge of Emissions Trading Schemes (ETS) would be a bonus.

We are seeking candidates with experience in the consultancy, industry or regulatory sectors. Additional areas of experience that may be considered beneficial to the role are within air quality modelling, waste water management or the waste management industry. The consultant will be expected to demonstrate knowledge of working with environmental regulators to seek outcomes favourable to our clients. The ability to propose and support the client’s position underpinned by prior precedent or impact assessment is essential.

Applicants with detailed knowledge of equivalent European regimes to those in the UK will also be considered.

Role expectations:

• Data gathering and analysis to support environmental permit applications, variations and surrenders
• Writing the necessary application materials for environmental permit applications, variations and surrenders
• Delivery of specific tasks within a wider project
• Working on multiple projects concurrently
• Working within a team of other consultants across the environmental permitting team and the wider business as required
• Have familiarity of environmental impact assessment disciplines, as relevant to environmental permitting
• Critical thinking and numeracy skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Competent with MS Office software
• The ideal candidate will be educated to degree level in a relevant science or environmental discipline
• Experience in the consultancy, industry or regulatory sectors

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 2025 Sustainability Report.