Generalist EHS/ESG Consultant- GDC, Gurugram (India) Full Time

Responsibilities

• ESG and EHS due diligence: Support complex ESG and EHS due diligence projects involving multi-site portfolios and project teams across local, national, and global markets.
• Client advisory support: Assist in preparing consulting advice for legal, corporate, and financial clients.
• Transaction risk assessment: Support clients in understanding liabilities, risks, and opportunities linked to transactions.
• Due diligence execution: Carry out due diligence assessment tasks in line with global protocols and established project requirements.
• Technical reporting: Prepare clear and concise reports assessing potential environmental liabilities, compliance status, and operational risks of target facilities.
• Desktop research: Conduct research on relevant environmental, social, and governance topics, including industry benchmarking and reporting practices.
• Project delivery: Work on regional and global projects while meeting scope, budget, schedule, and quality expectations.
• Project management support: Collaborate with ERM Partners-in-Charge and Project Managers to support effective project planning and delivery.
• Global collaboration: Work across regions and global practice communities to share knowledge and deliver integrated client solutions.

Requirements

• Educational background: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in environmental science, climate science, environmental engineering, geology, business administration, or a related discipline.
• Relevant experience: 3+ years of experience in environmental consulting, with knowledge of environmental due diligence projects.
• Technical due diligence expertise: Strong technical background in evaluating company EHS and ESG performance, including governance, compliance, and liability management.
• Transaction knowledge: Understanding of global assessment standards, business transaction concepts, and related legal and commercial considerations.
• Technical writing: Experience preparing comprehensive technical reports for professional or client-facing use.
• Sector exposure: Experience in sectors such as energy, mining and metals, chemicals, pharmaceuticals, manufacturing, telecommunications, infrastructure, or finance is preferred.
• ESG awareness: Understanding of broader sustainability and ESG topics relevant to real-economy companies and investors, including ESG governance, climate strategy, decarbonization, human rights, and the EU Green Deal.
• Communication skills: Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Independent working: Ability to manage multiple tasks, remain flexible, work independently with minimal supervision, and meet strict deadlines.
• Technical tools: Strong Microsoft 365 skills, with strong PowerPoint formatting and reporting ability preferred.