Principal Consultant Human Rights & Supply Chain (m/w/d)

Principal Consultant Human Rights & Supply Chain (m/w/d)

Locations: Berlin, Germany; Hamburg, Germany; Frankfurt, Germany; Munich, Germany

Time Type: Full time

Posted On: Posted Yesterday

Job Requisition ID: R

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 both our service offerings and how we operate our business. For our people, our vision means attracting, inspiring, developing and rewarding our people to work with the best clients and on the biggest challenges, thus creating valuable careers.

We achieve our vision in a sustainable manner by maintaining and living our ERM values that include Accountability, Caring for our People, Client Focus, Collaboration, Empowerment, and Transparency.

We are dedicated to helping organizations navigate the complexities of climate-related market and technology disruptions, policy changes, and consumer trends that drive decarbonization. Our goal is to support companies in creating long-term value through sustainable business models, innovative technologies, and effective carbon strategies.

About the role:

Client Engagement and Project Delivery:

• Partner with clients to assess human rights risks and opportunities within their supply chains.
• Lead the design and implementation of human rights due diligence programs and sustainable sourcing strategies.
• Deliver high-quality consulting services, ensuring projects are completed on time and within budget.

Strategy Development and Implementation:

• Develop strategies to address human rights impacts, including modern slavery, living wage methodologies, labor and working conditions, indigenous peoples, gender, diversity & inclusion, and Just Transition.
• Assist clients in aligning supply chain practices with international frameworks such as the UN Guiding Principles on Business and Human Rights, OECD Guidelines, IFC Performance Standards, and Equator Principles.
• Support the implementation of Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) and Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive (CSDDD) requirements from a human rights perspective.

Assessment and Audits:

• Conduct human rights risk/impact assessments (HRIAs) in line with international standards.
• Deliver human rights and labor audits, developing and managing pragmatic corrective action plans (CAPs) for remedy.
• Develop Human Rights policies and implementation guidance for clients.

Research and Reporting:

• Conduct research, benchmarking, and risk assessments to support client projects.
• Prepare detailed reports, presentations, and action plans that deliver practical and strategic solutions.

Thought Leadership and Business Development:

• Contribute to the growth of ERM's human rights and supply chain practice through thought leadership and industry engagement.
• Support business development efforts, including proposal writing, client presentations, and marketing initiatives.

About you:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Human Rights, Sustainability, Business, or related fields.
• Experience in human rights consulting, responsible sourcing, or supply chain management.
• Strong knowledge of human rights standards, frameworks, and regulations.
• Experience with human rights topics such as modern slavery, living wage methodologies, labor and working conditions, indigenous peoples, gender, diversity & inclusion, Just Transition, and responsible sourcing.
• Experience in developing Human Rights policies and implementation guidance.
• Proven experience in undertaking human rights due diligence using standards such as the UN Guiding Principles, OECD Guidelines, IFC Performance Standards, and Equator Principles.
• Expertise in delivering human rights risk/impact assessments (HRIAs) and managing corrective action plans (CAPs).
• Familiarity with CSRD and CSDDD implementation from the human rights perspective.
• Specific experience with gender aspects is an advantage.
• Previous experience within industry or consultancy is desirable.
• Excellent analytical, communication, and project management skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, particularly Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Experience with stakeholder engagement and multi-stakeholder initiatives.

Benefits:

• Work at one of Germany's top employers: Checkout Kununu
• Attractive salary + profit sharing: We value your performance
• Flexible working hours: Customize your workday
• 30 days of vacation: Generous relaxation time for your work-life balance
• Company pension plan: For a secure future
• Deutschland-Ticket and Bahncard 50: Sustainable travel within the country
• Home office equipment: Efficient work from home
• Workcation and sabbatical models: Time off for personal development
• Job bike program: Sustainable mobility option
• Diverse work models: Onsite, hybrid, or remote as agreed
• EGYM Wellpass: Access to more than 8,000 sports studios
• Additional benefits: EAP, workplace glasses, corporate benefits, and more

To Apply:

If you share our values, want to contribute to a better tomorrow and are interested in this role, please send us your CV, in German or English, by submitting your application via our careers page.