Consulting Senior Associate, Private Markets Value Creation
ERM, Novi, MI, United States
Drive sustainable value where strategy meets impact.
Join ERM’s Private Markets ESG & Impact Value Creation team and help some of the world’s most influential private equity and infrastructure investors unlock growth through sustainability. This is a high‑impact opportunity for experienced strategy professionals who want to apply their analytical strengths and commercial mindset to ESG initiatives that shape long‑term value across global portfolios.
As
Consulting Associate or Consulting Senior Associate, Private Markets Value Creation
role, you’ll work at the intersection of strategy, finance, and sustainability—advising investment teams, influencing C‑suite decisions, and guiding portfolio companies toward meaningful, measurable impact. If you’re passionate about market analysis, growth strategy, and embedding ESG into business performance, this role offers a strategic platform to deepen your expertise and accelerate your career.
This position can be based in Manhattan, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston, Toronto, or Houston.
Why This Role Matters Private markets investors are increasingly turning to ESG and impact strategies to enhance value, strengthen competitive positioning, and future‑proof their portfolios. As a Senior Consultant, you’ll directly contribute to shaping these strategies—helping investors navigate sustainability trends, identify value creation opportunities, and translate ESG insights into commercial outcomes. Your work will influence investment decisions, operational priorities, and long‑term business strategy across diverse sectors.
What Your Impact Is
Develop and implement ESG & impact strategies that unlock long‑term value
Translate sustainability insights into top‑ and bottom‑line growth
Strengthen commercial positioning through market and customer analytics
Build financial models that quantify ESG’s contribution to performance
Communicate complex strategic recommendations to investor and executive audiences
Collaborate with global experts to deliver integrated ESG solutions
Mentor rising team members and strengthen client relationships
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Sustainability, or related field. Or equivalent experience
Entry level to 2.5 years in top‑tier strategy consulting with a focus on strategy development, market analysis, and financial modeling
Technical Skill Set:
Strong PowerPoint storytelling and presentation development
Excel modeling capability (advanced is a plus)
Experience designing and executing strategic initiatives that drive value
Familiarity with ESG and sustainability concepts and their financial implications
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to derive insights from complex data
Proactive, adaptable, results‑driven, collaborative, and passionate about sustainability
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred
Direct experience supporting investment teams or portfolio companies
Experience presenting to executive‑level audiences
Understanding of private equity and/or infrastructure investing
Experience in sectors such as technology, healthcare, infrastructure, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, business services, or manufacturing
Key Responsibilities Client & Project Leadership
Lead the development and execution of ESG and impact strategies that deliver competitive advantage and measurable value
Conduct market assessments to identify sustainability trends, customer dynamics, and emerging opportunities
Create pricing strategies aligned with ESG value propositions to strengthen market positioning
Build and analyze financial models to quantify the revenue and profitability impact of ESG initiatives
Identify top‑ and bottom‑line growth opportunities connected to sustainability
Partner with private equity investment teams, operating partners, and portfolio company leadership to embed ESG into business strategy
Develop and deliver compelling presentations that translate complex ESG insights into clear strategic recommendations
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Work with ERM’s global network of subject‑matter experts to deliver integrated solutions
Provide coaching and support to junior consultants, fostering collaboration and team performance
Strengthen relationships with clients through excellent service delivery and thought leadership
For the Consulting Associate or Consulting Senior Associate, Private Markets Value Creation position, the anticipated annual base pay is $72,000–$95,293 (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
Other applicable benefits to eligible employees
Mention bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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.
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Join ERM’s Private Markets ESG & Impact Value Creation team and help some of the world’s most influential private equity and infrastructure investors unlock growth through sustainability. This is a high‑impact opportunity for experienced strategy professionals who want to apply their analytical strengths and commercial mindset to ESG initiatives that shape long‑term value across global portfolios.
As
Consulting Associate or Consulting Senior Associate, Private Markets Value Creation
role, you’ll work at the intersection of strategy, finance, and sustainability—advising investment teams, influencing C‑suite decisions, and guiding portfolio companies toward meaningful, measurable impact. If you’re passionate about market analysis, growth strategy, and embedding ESG into business performance, this role offers a strategic platform to deepen your expertise and accelerate your career.
This position can be based in Manhattan, Washington, DC, Philadelphia, Chicago, Boston, Toronto, or Houston.
Why This Role Matters Private markets investors are increasingly turning to ESG and impact strategies to enhance value, strengthen competitive positioning, and future‑proof their portfolios. As a Senior Consultant, you’ll directly contribute to shaping these strategies—helping investors navigate sustainability trends, identify value creation opportunities, and translate ESG insights into commercial outcomes. Your work will influence investment decisions, operational priorities, and long‑term business strategy across diverse sectors.
What Your Impact Is
Develop and implement ESG & impact strategies that unlock long‑term value
Translate sustainability insights into top‑ and bottom‑line growth
Strengthen commercial positioning through market and customer analytics
Build financial models that quantify ESG’s contribution to performance
Communicate complex strategic recommendations to investor and executive audiences
Collaborate with global experts to deliver integrated ESG solutions
Mentor rising team members and strengthen client relationships
Required
Bachelor’s degree in Business, Finance, Economics, Sustainability, or related field. Or equivalent experience
Entry level to 2.5 years in top‑tier strategy consulting with a focus on strategy development, market analysis, and financial modeling
Technical Skill Set:
Strong PowerPoint storytelling and presentation development
Excel modeling capability (advanced is a plus)
Experience designing and executing strategic initiatives that drive value
Familiarity with ESG and sustainability concepts and their financial implications
Strong analytical and quantitative skills with the ability to derive insights from complex data
Proactive, adaptable, results‑driven, collaborative, and passionate about sustainability
This position is not eligible for immigration sponsorship.
Preferred
Direct experience supporting investment teams or portfolio companies
Experience presenting to executive‑level audiences
Understanding of private equity and/or infrastructure investing
Experience in sectors such as technology, healthcare, infrastructure, consumer goods, pharmaceuticals, business services, or manufacturing
Key Responsibilities Client & Project Leadership
Lead the development and execution of ESG and impact strategies that deliver competitive advantage and measurable value
Conduct market assessments to identify sustainability trends, customer dynamics, and emerging opportunities
Create pricing strategies aligned with ESG value propositions to strengthen market positioning
Build and analyze financial models to quantify the revenue and profitability impact of ESG initiatives
Identify top‑ and bottom‑line growth opportunities connected to sustainability
Partner with private equity investment teams, operating partners, and portfolio company leadership to embed ESG into business strategy
Develop and deliver compelling presentations that translate complex ESG insights into clear strategic recommendations
Team Leadership & Collaboration
Work with ERM’s global network of subject‑matter experts to deliver integrated solutions
Provide coaching and support to junior consultants, fostering collaboration and team performance
Strengthen relationships with clients through excellent service delivery and thought leadership
For the Consulting Associate or Consulting Senior Associate, Private Markets Value Creation position, the anticipated annual base pay is $72,000–$95,293 (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
Other applicable benefits to eligible employees
Mention bonuses, commissions, and other forms of additional compensation are not guaranteed and subject to the sole discretion of ERM and its policies and procedures.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement 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.
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