Consultant, ESG & Impact Post-Investment Value Creation (Mid-Level)

ERM is seeking a Consultant, ESG & Impact Transactions and Valuation to join our ESG & Impact Value Creation team. This role is tailored for professionals with 2-3 years of investment banking experience who have a keen interest in how ESG factors influence investment decisions and value creation. Positions are available in our North American offices: Manhattan, Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston, Toronto, or Houston.

The Ideal Candidate

You will have a strong background in investment banking, including transaction experience, valuation analysis, and would have worked with private equity clients in the past. You will play a critical role in advising clients on the ESG aspects of transactions, helping them understand and quantify ESG risks and opportunities to make informed investment decisions particularly as they relate to sales or taking companies public.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Managing Clients and Projects

• ESG Exit Preparation: Lead ESG exit preparation efforts for mergers and acquisitions, identifying material ESG risks and opportunities that could impact valuation and transaction outcomes.

• Valuation Analysis: Incorporate ESG factors into financial models and valuation analyses, assessing their impact on deal pricing and investment returns.

• Post-Investment Value Creation: Provide recommendations for ESG-driven value creation initiatives post-transaction, enhancing portfolio company performance.

• Client Interaction: Engage directly with clients' investment teams, presenting findings and strategic recommendations to senior stakeholders.

• Market Insights: Stay updated on market trends and regulatory developments related to ESG and sustainability in finance and investment.

• Client Engagement: Collaborate with investment and operating teams of private equity firms and portfolio company management to integrate ESG into business models and strategic planning.

• Presentations and Workshops: Prepare and deliver compelling presentations to executive audiences, effectively communicating complex ESG concepts and strategic recommendations.

Teamwork and Organization

• Collaboration: Along with the value creation team, work closely with ERM’s transaction advisory team and ESG specialists to deliver comprehensive advisory services.

• Project Management: Manage multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality work products.

• Leadership and Mentorship: Provide guidance and support to junior team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performance team environment.

• Client Relationship Management: Support ERM leadership in strengthening client relationships through exceptional service delivery and thought leadership.

REQUIREMENTS

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Economics, Business Administration, or a related field; MBA or CFA designation preferred.

• Experience: 2-3 years of investment banking experience, with a focus on M&A transactions and valuation. Experience working with private equity clients is highly desirable.

• Skill Set:

  • Strong financial modeling and valuation skills, with proficiency in Excel and financial analysis tools.

  • Deep understanding of investment banking processes, transaction lifecycles, and deal dynamics.

  • Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.

  • Experience with ESG and sustainability concepts and related financial implications, and a passion for integrating these into business strategy to drive investment outcomes. 

  • Advanced PowerPoint storytelling skills is a plus.  

• Industry Knowledge: Experience in sectors such as technology, healthcare, infrastructure, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, business services, or manufacturing.

• Personal Attributes Proactive, results-oriented, and adaptable, with a strong commitment to delivering high-quality work, collaboration, and passion for sustainability. A team player with a proactive approach to client service.

For the Consultant, ESG & Impact Post-Investment Value Creation position, we anticipate the annual base pay of $82,000 – $89,969 (USD).  An employee’s pay position within this range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, shift, travel requirements, sales or revenue-based metrics, and business or organizational needs.  We also may have instances where compensation may be outside of the range, based on the factors noted above.  This job is also eligible for an annual discretionary based performance bonus.

We offer a comprehensive package of benefits including paid time off, paid parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability and AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and any other benefits to eligible employees as applicable.

You can apply for this role through https://www.erm.com/careers/apply/ or through the internal careers portal if you are a current employee.

Note: No amount of pay is considered to be wages or compensation until such amount is earned, vested, and determinable. The amount and availability of any bonus, commission, or any other form of compensation that are allocable to a particular employee remains in the Company's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified at the Company’s sole discretion, consistent with the law.

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.

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 in addressing their environmental, health, safety, risk and social issues. 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 or at the executive level.

Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. Based on review of these responses, shortlisted candidates will be invited for interviews.

ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. Please do not forward resumes to our jobs alias, ERM employees or any other company location. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes.

ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics. 

Thank you for your interest in ERM!