Sustainability Operations Partner

As part of the continued growth and innovation of our Sustainability Operations Solutions services, ERM has an opportunity for an experienced leader to join our global consulting firm as a Director/Partner in Tokyo area in Japan, and become a true owner and shareholder in a business with Sustainability at its heart.

We are looking for an established leader interested in being part of this thriving global community – outstanding professionals who combine strong consulting and business development skills with a strong technical foundation – to foster and expand a network of excellent client relationships with corporate clients in various sectors Energy/Renewable/Oil&Gas/Technology/Pharma. We seek individuals to help us drive the continued growth of ERM’s business through selling and delivering world-class services, recruiting and developing our next generation of leaders, and further advancing our reputation for Sustainability Operations solutions.

Recognizing that environment, social, governance, and health & safety performance have become business-critical issues for many enterprises, ERM, as the world’s leading sustainability consultancy, is uniquely qualified to advise Fortune 500 companies, leading Private Equity firms and Investment Banks on environmental liabilities, risks, and opportunities. Our Sustainability Operations Solutions services are the market leader, providing highly innovative advisory services across the full breadth of EHS, Water management, SCM, Operations.

This is a Partner-level opportunity for a Principal/Director/VP-level professional looking to further their career with an equity stake in a global environmental leader that aims to lead the field in sustainability consulting. A career as an ERM Partner is unique. Our partnership model offers unparalleled opportunities for leaders with ambition, vision and proven expertise, providing:

• The opportunity to contribute significantly to key decisions, including the overall strategic direction of our organization.
• Meaningful equity ownership with significant financial and intangible rewards.
• The ability to provide “thought leadership” on a wide range of technical and business issues impacting our core markets.
• An extension of ERM’s market position and reach with your established relationships to further drive our growth.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage projects focused on creating and implementing sustainable operations strategies, with a particular emphasis on EHS (Environmental, Health, and Safety) management systems, water management, and waste management.
• Collaborate closely with clients to understand their unique challenges and sustainability goals, providing expert guidance and solutions tailored to their needs.
• Drive commercial objectives and work closely with partners for sales development, client outreach, driving revenue growth and achieving business targets.
• Lead the development and implementation of comprehensive Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) management systems for clients across various industries.
• Conduct audits and assessments to identify areas for improvement in EHS practices and ensure compliance with local and international regulations.
• Provide strategic guidance to clients in the integration of EHS management into their overall business operations.
• Support in nurturing relationships with key clients, strategic partners, and industry stakeholders.
• Support maintaining robust sales pipeline, actively pursuing new business opportunities.
• Support and lead new Go-To-Market plans for Sustainable Operations team covering decarbonization, circular economy, monitoring, reporting and verification service
• Support business development efforts, contributing to proposals, presentations, and client engagement to secure new projects and expand existing partnerships.
• Support in implementation of data-driven solutions, leveraging advanced digital tools and technologies to optimize and improve environmental and operational performance.

Key Requirements:

• Master’s degree in environmental science or engineering, or related discipline.
• 15+ years’ progressive experience in an environmental consulting environment, working at a high-level with corporate, financial, and legal clients; preferably with the chemical, pharma, power, oil and gas and/or manufacturing sectors.
• Robust experience in Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS) management, including thorough compliance audits and effective waste management strategies. Demonstrated success in asset or facility-level EHS initiatives is essential.
• Track record of delivering successful sustainability and EHS projects across diverse global markets, working with multinational clients to navigate complex regulatory environments and implement sustainable strategies.
• Exhibit a strong grasp of sustainability frameworks, greenhouse gas inventories, and the principles of a circular economy, showcasing your commitment to environmental stewardship.
• Strong supply chain assessment experience
• Deep domain expertise with technology, data centers, ports, EVs/charging infrastructure, roads/highways ( any one of these ) would be a plus
• Proven ability to lead diverse, cross-functional teams and adeptly manage intricate projects with multiple stakeholders, ensuring successful outcomes.
• Experience as an Internal or Lead Auditor for ISO Management Systems, including ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO 14064, with additional external certification as an asset.
• Demonstrated expertise in program management, showcasing your ability to engage with global clients, navigate complex project scopes, and effectively collaborate with subcontractors and digital partners.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage clients at senior levels.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage clients at senior levels.
• A passion for sustainability and a commitment to driving positive environmental change.
• Comfortable working with a global team across time zones.

Who We Are:

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do, and is at the heart of both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers. We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.

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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, marital status or disability status.

Thank you for your interest in ERM.