ERM · 5 months ago
Partner, Decarbonization Strategy & Implementation
Chicago, Illinois
Full-time
Hybrid
Director/Executive
$181K/yr - $244K/yr
15+ years expERM is the world’s leading sustainability consultancy, helping organizations embed climate strategy into their core business models. The Partner – Corporate Sustainability & Climate Change role is focused on guiding Fortune 500 companies through the low-carbon economy transition by providing innovative advisory services and driving growth in the climate advisory practice.
ConsultingHealth CarePublic Safety
Responsibilities
Develop and expand strategic client relationships across North America
Originate and deliver high-impact climate advisory engagements, including:
Climate risk and opportunity assessments
Net-zero and science-based target setting
Decarbonization strategy and implementation
ESG disclosure and investor engagement
Drive commercial strategies to achieve significant revenue growth
Collaborate with ERM’s global network to deliver integrated solutions
Recruit, mentor, and inspire high-performing teams
Ensure excellence in project execution, client satisfaction, and risk management
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in economics, engineering, science, business, or related discipline; advanced degree preferred
15+ years of progressive experience in consulting or corporate sustainability leadership
Proven track record with Fortune 500 firms including oil and gas, chemical, mining, power, infrastructure, technology and/or manufacturing sectors
Demonstrable success in delivering multi-million-dollar annual sales and winning strategic portfolios
Expertise in climate strategy, carbon accounting, risk assessment, and disclosure frameworks (e.g., TCFD, CDP, SASB)
Strong business acumen and ability to engage senior executives on ESG priorities
Preferred
Recognized thought leader with established marketplace reputation
Experience advising on net-zero and science-based target setting, decarbonization strategies, and investor engagement
Ability to lead large-scale transformation programs and cross-functional teams
Benefits
Paid time off
Parental leave
Medical
Dental
Vision
Life
Disability
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
Other applicable benefits to eligible employees
Company
ERM
ERM is a provider of environmental, health, safety, risk, social consulting and sustainability related services.
5001-10000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
unknown2021-05-18Acquired
Leadership Team
Greg Rumsey
North America CFO
Steve Maaseide
Chief Operating Officer
Recent News
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2025-12-11
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