Consulting Partner, Environmental Compliance

ERM

Consulting Partner leading EHS compliance and risk management at ERM. Delivering innovative client solutions while fostering a high-performing team in a hybrid environment.

Posted 5/21/2026full-timeIrvine • California, Oregon, Washington • 🇺🇸 United StatesSeniorLead💰 $172,000 - $215,000 per yearWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead client relationship development, sales, and delivery of the full spectrum of ERM’s consulting services, with particular emphasis on growing Sustainable Operations offerings.
Develop and implement EHS compliance and risk management systems that help clients strengthen governance, improve performance, and manage regulatory obligations.
Advise clients on data management, reporting, and disclosure support related to EHS performance.
Develop commercial strategies to pursue and win new business opportunities that drive revenue growth with target clients aligned to ERM’s global strategy.
Listen carefully to client needs and co-develop practical, innovative solutions that deliver long-term value.
Build, grow, and lead a high-performing team, mentoring consultants and helping emerging leaders expand their responsibilities and impact.
Drive service innovation and collaboration across ERM service lines and participate actively in local and regional commercial initiatives.
Expand the visibility of ERM’s Sustainable Operations services through thought leadership, industry engagement, and strategic partnerships.
Drive profitable growth by expanding key client relationships and winning new work across the Sustainable Operations portfolio.
Provide strategic and technical leadership in environmental compliance, operational risk, and EHS performance improvement.
Build and lead a high-performing consulting team, creating an environment of accountability, collaboration, and innovation.
Foster a culture that reflects ERM’s commitment to safety, sustainability, inclusion, and high-quality client service.

Requirements

What you’ll need

15+ years of relevant experience in EHS compliance, environmental compliance, and risk management.
Executive-level consulting or corporate leadership experience with a strong track record of business development and client growth.
Demonstrated ability to influence senior stakeholders and build trusted client relationships.
Broad solutions experience spanning compliance, reporting, and operational risk.
Strong communicator, collaborator, and people leader with the ability to mentor and grow high-performing teams.
Established client network or market credibility in sectors such as technology, energy, or other industrial markets is preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

paid time off
parental leave
medical insurance
dental insurance
vision insurance
life insurance
disability insurance
AD&D insurance
401(k) or RRSP/DPSP
other applicable benefits

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Hard Skills & Tools

EHS complianceenvironmental compliancerisk managementdata managementreportingdisclosure supportperformance improvementcommercial strategiesservice innovationconsulting

Soft Skills

client relationship developmentbusiness developmentinfluence senior stakeholdersmentoringcollaborationcommunicationleadershipteam buildingstrategic thinkingproblem solving