Partner, Renewables, Transmission & Distribution

Partner, Low Carbon Energy (Renewables, Transmission & Distribution & Energy Storage) UK&I ERM, a global leader in sustainability consulting, is seeking a dynamic UK-based Partner to grow our end-to-end service offering across the energy project lifecycle (from concept through financing, consenting, construction, O&M and decommissioning) in renewables energy generation, storage, transmission and distribution. THE Role As a Partner at ERM, you will be instrumental in driving our strategic direction and commercial growth in the UK. Your focus will be on onshore energy projects, notably renewables, energy storage and transmission infrastructure. Leveraging your extensive client relationships with major energy clients (primarily developers and investors) and your deep understanding of the low carbon energy transition, you will develop and expand trusted client relationships, generate new business, and lead multi-disciplinary teams to deliver high-impact sustainability-led solutions. These responsibilities reflect the dual commitments of driving growth and providing governance in project delivery. Key Responsibilities Drive sales in our low carbon energy business. Build on your existing client relationships with developers of and investors in renewable energy generation, energy transmission (TSO) and distribution (DNO) and energy storage assets. Provide value-adding consulting advice and innovative, pragmatic solutions to support clients through feasibility, financing, consenting and post-consenting stages of capital projects. Our focus is on collaborating with our clients to achieve their business objectives safely and efficiently. Network effectively with colleagues across the business to understand and take to market ERM extensive range of low carbon energy solutions and related ‘client journey’ integrated value propositions. Stay ahead of industry trends and regulatory developments in the UK and European energy transition landscape, sharing insights with our team (to shape strategic direction) and clients to deepen trusted relationships. Prepare and deliver winning proposals and compelling presentations and reports to senior stakeholders. Represent ERM at industry conferences, seminars, and events to enhance company visibility and reputation. Qualifications & Experience Bachelor or Master degree in Environmental Science, Engineering, Business Administration, or a related discipline Extensive knowledge of UK energy market (renewables, storage, and transmission markets), including technologies, regulatory frameworks, and market trends Proven success in consultancy with a strong record of accomplishment of client relationship management and project delivery in the power sector Exceptional communication, negotiation, and presentation skills Strong leadership, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities Ability to work effectively within local, regional, and global, multidisciplinary teams The Company Sustainability is our business. As the largest global pure play sustainability consultancy, ERM partners with the world leading organizations, creating innovative solutions to sustainability challenges, and unlocking commercial opportunities that meet the needs of today while preserving opportunity for future generations. ERM diverse team of over 7,000 world-class experts in over 150 offices in 40 countries and territories combine strategic transformation and technical delivery to help clients operationalize sustainability at pace and scale. ERM calls this capability its “boots to boardroom” approach - a comprehensive service model that helps organizations accelerate the integration of sustainability into their strategy and operations. The Partnership This is a Partner opportunity. Our partnership model is a significant differentiator for ERM in that it presents an almost unique opportunity for leading consultants in a truly global firm to own and contribute to the direction and success of the company. Our partnership model offers unparalleled opportunities for leaders with ambition, vision, and proven expertise, providing meaningful equity ownership with significant financial and intangible rewards. At ERM, sustainability is our business. We are the world 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 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 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. 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