Are you ready to shape the future of sustainability while driving transformative growth? At ERM, we’re not just consulting—we’re redefining what it means to lead in health and safety across North America. This is your opportunity to join a global powerhouse as a Partner, where your vision, expertise, and leadership will make an impact from boots to boardroom.
Why This Role Matters
ERM is the world’s largest pure-play sustainability consultancy, trusted by leading organizations for over 50 years. With 8,500+ professionals in 40 countries, we deliver integrated solutions that help businesses thrive while safeguarding people and the planet. Backed by KKR and fueled by deep technical and commercial expertise, ERM is uniquely positioned to operationalize sustainability across every level of an organization. As a Partner, you’ll be at the forefront of this mission—driving growth, shaping strategy, and influencing the future of health and safety services in North America.
What Your Impact Is
As a Partner, you’ll lead ERM’s Health & Safety Services growth strategy for North America, reporting directly to the Global Health & Safety Services Leader. Your impact will be measured by:
Accelerating sales and revenue growth for ERM’s health & safety service line.
Building and executing go-to-market strategies that resonate locally while aligning with global objectives.
Driving thought leadership and representing ERM at key industry events.
Leading and mentoring a team of 100+ consultants, fostering innovation and excellence.
Expanding ERM’s brand presence and client relationships across the region.
This is more than a leadership role—it’s a chance to influence industry standards, shape client strategies, and leave a lasting legacy.
What You’ll Bring
Required
BS/MS in engineering, health & safety, natural sciences, business, management or related degree.
Minimum 15 years of progressive consulting experience, including multi-million-dollar revenue achievements.
Proven success in business development and delivery at a senior level.
Demonstrated ability to drive commercial impact at a large BU or regional scale.
Expertise in building and scaling businesses.
Exceptional leadership and influence skills.
Ability to navigate ambiguity and adapt strategies as needed.
Subject matter expertise in health & safety consulting.
Willingness to work flexible hours to meet the requirements of a global business and travel as required.
Preferred
Established reputation and recognized consulting expertise in the marketplace.
Experience with acquisitions and integration strategies in health & safety.
Advanced degree in engineering, health & safety, natural sciences, business, or related field.
Key Responsibilities
Lead regional execution of ERM’s Global Health & Safety Services strategy.
Develop and implement proactive go-to-market campaigns for North America.
Originate and secure flagship projects with key clients and prospects.
Define client value propositions and identify opportunities for integrated solutions.
Drive innovation through collaboration with technical communities.
Represent ERM as a thought leader at regional and industry events.
Recruit, mentor, and retain top talent to strengthen ERM’s leadership pipeline.
Exchange best practices and foster collaboration across global service leaders.
Ready to take your career to the next level? Join ERM as a Partner and unlock unparalleled opportunities for equity ownership, strategic influence, and financial rewards—all while making a meaningful impact on sustainability and safety worldwide.
For the North America Regional Service Leader, Health & Safety Services position, the anticipated annual base pay is $190,000 - $221,000 (USD). Actual pay will depend on factors such as education, experience, skills, location, performance, and business needs. In some cases, pay may fall outside this range. This role may be eligible for bonus pay (casual and fixed term/flex force employees are not bonus eligible).
We offer a comprehensive benefits package, including paid time off, parental leave, medical, dental, vision, life, disability, AD&D insurance, 401(k) or RRSP/DPSP, and other applicable benefits to eligible employees.
Note: Bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
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.
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!
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