Purpose, culture & beliefs

At ERM, we believe in people, passion, and possibilities - shaping a culture of respect, collaboration, and integrity.

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One purpose. Shared beliefs. Stronger together. This is who we are. This is ERM.

Our purpose

ERM’s purpose means we integrate sustainability into every decision, recognizing that it is crucial for lasting value for businesses, individuals, and the planet.

Advising on sustainability-driven strategies

...that lead to enhancing enterprise value and resilient growth.

Minimizing environmental impact

...through responsible practices and innovative solutions.

Empowering clients to meet global sustainability and EHS goals

...alongside delivering commercial impact and regulatory compliance.

Our culture

ERM’s culture is defined by a deep commitment to protecting and sustainably managing natural resources, while supporting clients and governments in achieving their environmental, social, and regulatory goals

Impact-focused

Employees go beyond deliverables, embedding lasting impact into every project.

Integrity and transparency

Ethical practices, deep technical rigor and objective communication guide all assessments and reporting.

Purpose-driven

Every role aligns with ERM’s ambition to maximize our positive impact on climate, nature and water, and social challenges.

Our beliefs

At ERM, our guiding principles shape our collaborations with clients, our support for our employees, and our commitment to generating positive outcomes for the planet. Grounded in decades of experience and motivated by a clear sense of purpose, we uphold the following core beliefs

Together we challenge

Collaboration is at the heart of everything we do — by working together with clients, communities, and colleagues, we drive meaningful change for a more sustainable world.

Expertise is our superpower

Our deep technical knowledge and industry experience empower us to solve complex challenges and deliver trusted, high-impact solutions.

Impact ignites us

We are driven by purpose — the opportunity to make a positive difference for the environment, society, and future generations inspires our daily work.

Benefits & growth

At ERM, collaboration is more than a value — it’s our way of life. We grow by lifting each other, learning from diverse perspectives, and celebrating every milestone, big or small.

Diversity, inclusion & belonging

Fostering a diverse, inclusive workplace where everyone belongs is key to making ERM a great place to grow a career and deliver the best client solutions.

Life at ERM

Our ERMers share their stories in their own words. We want everyone to know the contributions they make in creating a great place to work and bringing to life what we do.

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