Consulting Director, Corporate Sustainability

ERM•Toronto, ON

2d•CA$155,705 - CA$219,501•Hybrid

About The Position

At this stage in your career, you’re not just delivering projects—you’re shaping agendas, influencing executive decisions, and driving measurable change. At ERM, the Consulting Director, Corporate Sustainability sits at the center of that impact, helping leading organizations translate sustainability ambition into resilient, value‑driven business outcomes. Corporate sustainability is no longer a supporting function—it is a strategic imperative. In this role, you will lead high‑impact ESG and sustainability programs for complex, global organizations, with a particular focus on the mining sector. Your work will directly influence how clients design credible sustainability strategies, engage leadership, meet disclosure expectations, and implement change at scale—advancing both their business performance and broader sustainability outcomes.

Requirements

8+ years of experience in an advisory or consulting environment, with accountability for client delivery and/or business development
Graduate degree in a relevant field, or a bachelor’s degree with equivalent additional experience
Extensive experience advising mining or metals clients on corporate sustainability and ESG topics
Demonstrated expertise in sustainability/ESG strategy, organizational design, disclosure, and implementation
Proven ability to build trusted, long‑term relationships with senior client stakeholders
Strong executive‑level communication skills, including the ability to translate complex concepts into clear, compelling narratives
Experience managing, mentoring, and developing consulting teams

Nice To Haves

Experience working across additional sectors such as power, oil and gas, chemicals, or manufacturing
Located in Toronto, Canada

Responsibilities

Lead the design and delivery of sustainability and ESG strategies that influence executive decision‑making and long‑term business direction
Guide clients through ESG disclosure, transformation, and implementation programs with rigor, credibility, and clarity
Play a visible leadership role in growing ERM’s Corporate Sustainability Advisory practice across North America
Mentor and develop high‑performing consulting teams while fostering a collaborative, inclusive culture
Help move organizations toward more sustainable, future‑ready business models—delivering both commercial and societal value
Lead and deliver sustainability advisory projects in line with quality, schedule, and budget expectations
Manage multiple client engagements simultaneously, across varying size, scope, and complexity
Serve as a trusted advisor to clients, building strong, enduring partnerships
Oversee full project lifecycles, including scoping, resourcing, budgeting, execution, and delivery
Demonstrate excellent analytical, writing, and presentation skills, with advanced proficiency in PowerPoint
Meet personal billability, revenue contribution, and other performance targets
Manage and mentor junior consultants, fostering professional growth, engagement, and delivery excellence
Collaborate proactively with ERM colleagues across practices, regions, and geographies
Engage with external stakeholders, research organizations, and industry thought leaders to support knowledge sharing and innovation
Support and lead business development efforts within Corporate Sustainability Advisory
Partner with ERM Partners, Principals, and account teams to shape and win new opportunities
Listen deeply to client needs and co‑develop practical, value‑driven sustainability solutions