ERM
Managing Consultant, Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Engagement (Senior
ERM, Richmond, Virginia, United States, 23214
ERM
is seeking an experienced
Managing Consultant, Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Engagement (Senior Level)
professional to join a group of dynamic and energetic social performance, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality services to clients throughout the environmental consulting industry and in a variety of industries, sectors, and geographies. We are looking for individuals to be based in our
Richmond
office, who will be responsible for leading projects with clients while contributing to new business development and driving internal marketing initiatives. This position will focus on supporting our clients in facilitating the development, construction, and operation of commercial facilities in the energy, mining, and technology sectors, and support the low carbon economy transition in the U.S. Experience supporting local permitting processes, and in the tech, power, renewable energy, or mining sectors is highly desired.RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with internal teams to develop cross-functional strategies to support client initiatives.Support internal and external marketing efforts to drive work that helps clients achieve and maintain their social license to operate.Lead day-to-day project management, including client relations, staffing, and budget ownership.Serve as strategic advisor to clients, while leading team members in the planning and implementation of strategic communications and stakeholder engagement programs, including broad scale public consultation programs.Stay abreast of industry best practices and opportunities to drive digital innovation.Drive strategy and oversee analysts in the delivery of social risk and community assessment monitoring and reporting.Develop a comprehensive understanding of stakeholder demographics and accessibility issues in each project area and build equitable communications delivery plans.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver Environmental Social Governance (ESG) communications.Manage others, as well as write and edit project plans and informational materials.Monitor and analyze stakeholder communications and issues, including developing reports, summarizing key findings, and analyzing trends.Plan and facilitate efforts to inform client project planning and build collaboration with stakeholders.Lead project meeting planning and implementation, including facilitation and/or moderation of client and public-facing events.Manage business development plans to obtain new clients and develop new business proposals and contracts.Experience with crisis management desirable.Experience in Environmental Justice a plus.REQUIREMENTS
BA/BS in communications, public affairs, public relations, community relations, or journalism field of study preferred.4+ years of relevant work experience - preferably in a public affairs capacity, public relations firm, or similar; power industry experience preferred.Comfort level in facilitating meetings and presenting information to varied audiences.Experience with social risk identification, monitoring, and analysis.Excellent written and verbal skills.Experience with planning and implementing public consultation programs and writing and producing informational materials.Ability to present information to clients, stakeholders, and colleagues in a concise and persuasive manner.Strong ability to organize, prioritize and complete deadline-driven tasks.Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.Hybrid work environment.Ability to travel 20-30%.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. At ERM, we know that creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment is essential to 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.Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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is seeking an experienced
Managing Consultant, Strategic Communications and Stakeholder Engagement (Senior Level)
professional to join a group of dynamic and energetic social performance, strategic communications, and stakeholder engagement professionals dedicated to delivering high-quality services to clients throughout the environmental consulting industry and in a variety of industries, sectors, and geographies. We are looking for individuals to be based in our
Richmond
office, who will be responsible for leading projects with clients while contributing to new business development and driving internal marketing initiatives. This position will focus on supporting our clients in facilitating the development, construction, and operation of commercial facilities in the energy, mining, and technology sectors, and support the low carbon economy transition in the U.S. Experience supporting local permitting processes, and in the tech, power, renewable energy, or mining sectors is highly desired.RESPONSIBILITIES
Work with internal teams to develop cross-functional strategies to support client initiatives.Support internal and external marketing efforts to drive work that helps clients achieve and maintain their social license to operate.Lead day-to-day project management, including client relations, staffing, and budget ownership.Serve as strategic advisor to clients, while leading team members in the planning and implementation of strategic communications and stakeholder engagement programs, including broad scale public consultation programs.Stay abreast of industry best practices and opportunities to drive digital innovation.Drive strategy and oversee analysts in the delivery of social risk and community assessment monitoring and reporting.Develop a comprehensive understanding of stakeholder demographics and accessibility issues in each project area and build equitable communications delivery plans.Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver Environmental Social Governance (ESG) communications.Manage others, as well as write and edit project plans and informational materials.Monitor and analyze stakeholder communications and issues, including developing reports, summarizing key findings, and analyzing trends.Plan and facilitate efforts to inform client project planning and build collaboration with stakeholders.Lead project meeting planning and implementation, including facilitation and/or moderation of client and public-facing events.Manage business development plans to obtain new clients and develop new business proposals and contracts.Experience with crisis management desirable.Experience in Environmental Justice a plus.REQUIREMENTS
BA/BS in communications, public affairs, public relations, community relations, or journalism field of study preferred.4+ years of relevant work experience - preferably in a public affairs capacity, public relations firm, or similar; power industry experience preferred.Comfort level in facilitating meetings and presenting information to varied audiences.Experience with social risk identification, monitoring, and analysis.Excellent written and verbal skills.Experience with planning and implementing public consultation programs and writing and producing informational materials.Ability to present information to clients, stakeholders, and colleagues in a concise and persuasive manner.Strong ability to organize, prioritize and complete deadline-driven tasks.Ability to multi-task, maintain flexibility, travel, and work independently with minimal supervision.Hybrid work environment.Ability to travel 20-30%.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. At ERM, we know that creating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive work environment is essential to 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.Please submit your resume and brief cover letter. ERM does not accept recruiting agency resumes. ERM is not responsible for any fees related to unsolicited resumes. ERM is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer.
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