ERM is seeking a motivated Social Consultant to join our team in France (Paris or Lyon). The ideal candidate will have at 1 - 2 years of experience in a consulting company.
The candidate should have professional experience in providing social advisory services (social impact assessments, stakeholder engagement, human rights, social value creation strategies, due diligence, social license to operate, resettlement and livelihood restoration planning and implementation, community health, safety and security) in line with national and international requirements of Lender institutions and if possible, have experience with permitting effort in France.
Our Social Performance team works with corporations, multilateral finance institutions, and other private and public sector clients to assess a wide range of corporate social and ethical issues, identifying and communicating with stakeholders at corporate and operational level. The work includes strategic and policy work, stakeholder consultation and engagement, and management systems, as well as field surveys to carry out to collect data aiming to identify, assess and manage social impact assessment, social management plan development such as resettlement frameworks / action plans stakeholder engagement plans, etc.
His/her main responsibilities and tasks will be:
- Work on the social aspects of Projects compliant with national regulations and international standards and guidelines (mainly (World Bank, IFC, EBRD, Equator Principles)), including socioeconomic baseline data collection fieldwork design and coordination, socioeconomic baseline data reporting, conducting impact assessment and due diligence, developing mitigation measures, social management plans, stakeholder mapping and characterization and proposing engagement strategies, developing grievance mechanisms for communities, workers, advising clients on roles and responsibilities for management of social aspects including resources for stakeholder engagement and grievance management.
- Provide support with writing project reports in accordance with the requirements of ERM’s project management system, including undertaking research and analysis.
- Prepare PowerPoint presentations: results of different types of projects and proposals.
- Conduct field work activities when required (expected frequency is approximately once per quarter).
- Deliver assigned tasks within contracted project or proposals under development.
- Networking with the social and human rights community of practitioners within the whole organization and particularly within EMEA.
- Remain up to speed with latest developments in terms of relevant legislation and requirements applicable to projects and clients from a social perspective.
Candidates may be invited to complete an online assessment as part of our recruitment process. All personal information will be handled confidentially and in compliance with data protection laws.
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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. Our commitment doesn’t stop at hiring. Once you join us, we’ll ensure you have the tools, support, and adjustments needed to succeed and feel a true sense of belonging. Learn more about our Diversity, Inclusion & Belonging (DIB) efforts by visiting our website or exploring our 2025 Sustainability Report..
Skills Required
- 1-2 years of experience in a consulting company
- Professional experience providing social advisory services (social impact assessments, stakeholder engagement, human rights, social value creation strategies, due diligence, social license to operate)
- Experience with resettlement and livelihood restoration planning and implementation, community health, safety and security
- Familiarity with national and international lender standards and guidelines (World Bank, IFC, EBRD, Equator Principles)
- Experience designing and coordinating socioeconomic baseline data collection and fieldwork
- Experience conducting impact assessment and due diligence and developing mitigation measures and social management plans
- Experience developing stakeholder mapping, engagement strategies and grievance mechanisms
- Ability to prepare project reports, undertake research and analysis, and produce PowerPoint presentations
- Willingness and ability to conduct fieldwork (approximately quarterly)
- Experience with permitting efforts in France
- Networking within the social and human rights practitioner community and keeping up to date with relevant legislation and requirements
What We Do
ERM (Environmental Resources Management) is a global sustainability consultancy that helps organizations navigate environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges. ERM provides advisory and technical services across sectors—energy, mining, infrastructure, manufacturing and finance—supporting decarbonization, regulatory compliance, risk management, and sustainability strategy and implementation through technical, engineering and strategic consulting worldwide.
