Consultant - Energy Transition Advisory

Overview

ERM is the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm and provides energy, environmental and consulting services across the world. We are the first global pure player in this market and our expertise in low-carbon energy spans the last five decades. We are helping with the business case and strategy for some of the world’s most significant players and large-scale projects.

Position

Due to significant growth in the business related to the use of low-carbon energies, we have an opportunity for an enthusiastic consultant to join our low-carbon solutions team in Paris. The individual will directly support the delivery of decarbonisation roadmaps, energy infrastructures planning, energy markets analysis and strategy advisory assignments for corporates or investors.

Responsibilities

• Support delivery of decarbonisation roadmaps, energy infrastructures planning, energy markets analysis and strategy advisory assignments for corporates or investors.
• Build financial and economic models; provide advice on the future role of low-carbon energies; shape energy policies; analyse economics; support funding of projects; and assist in corporate, site and project level energy transition responses.
• Provide strategic advice to clients on energy markets and technologies, including but not limited to:
  • Evaluation of carbon mitigation options;
  • Techno-economic analysis of different energy options;
  • Analysis of the impacts of new energy regulations and policies;
  • Technology assessment;
  • Project finance modelling;
  • Collaboration with other ERM practitioners to analyse energy projects across multiple offices.

Requirements

• Degree in energy engineering, business, economics or other relevant disciplines; Master’s or PhD is a plus.
• Familiarity with energy sector policy, regulation and the commercial landscape; industry experience in a commercial or consulting role is highly regarded.
• Excellent verbal and written skills in English is essential.

Sought-after Skills

• Low-carbon sector coverage:
  • Low‑carbon energy literacy (e.g., hydrogen, CCUS, industry decarbonization, low-carbon transport, energy networks) and the ability to connect these into coherent transition pathways.
  • Ability to translate technology/market trends into strategic insights and roadmaps for clients.
• Energy sector markets analysis:
  • Understanding of energy market fundamentals, low-carbon energy technologies status and future development, impacts of regulation and policy on energy markets.
• Techno-economic & scenario modeling:
  • Experience in techno‑economic modeling (business cases, sensitivities, scenarios) with strong quantitative skills; ability to defend assumptions with evidence and logic; ability to model LCOE or LCOH, and total cost of ownership.
  • Ability to build energy demand/load forecasts and connect them to infrastructure needs and strategy.
• Policy, regulation & market design:
  • Policy/regulatory analysis; ability to advise on implications for corporate strategy and investment.
• Tooling:
  • Excel modeling plus Python (or equivalent) for analytics, automation, and scenario calculations; ability to produce auditable models and clear outputs.
• Corporate strategy:
  • Understanding of the fundamentals of corporate strategy and knowledge of main analytical frameworks. Experience in business model assessment and go-to-market strategies.
• Understanding of energy modelling and techno-economic analysis:
  • Ideally knowledge of building bottom-up cost estimates, valuing assets (e.g., IRR, NPV), developing LCOE/LCOH pricing models and sensitivity analysis.
  • Keen interest in energy transition trends and drivers with transferable skills and the ability to learn quickly.

Who We Are

As the world’s leading sustainability consulting firm, ERM is uniquely positioned to contribute to the environment and society through the expertise and energy of our employees worldwide. Sustainability is what we do and is at the heart of our service offerings and how we operate our business. We aim to attract, inspire, develop and reward our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, creating valuable careers. We maintain our ERM values: Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.

ERM is committed to creating an inclusive workplace where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive. We welcome talent from all backgrounds and provide equal opportunities for every candidate. If you have a disability, are neurodivergent, or need accommodations during the selection process, we’re here to support you. Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging efforts by visiting our website or exploring our 2025 Sustainability Report.