Sustainable Finance Senior Consultant/Social SpecialistFrance Offices – Paris, Bordeaux, Aix-en-Provence, Lyon, (with flexible/remote working option) We invite you to bring your consultancy and management skills into play as you contribute to innovative and high quality environmental, social and sustainability solutions across a range of international development projects in the infrastructure, energy and renewables sectors. To succeed in this role, you must have demonstrable experience in successfully supporting environmental and social input to complex international development projects, and to a have a good knowledge of international lender E&amp;S standards, including the IFC Performance Standards, the Equator Principles and the OECD Common Approaches.  Specialist knowledge and expertise in Social disciplines in particular, is highly desirable. Inviting bright mindsDo you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? Are you a curious and open-minded person?We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world. If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Global Impact Assessment Service Line as our new Senior Consultant and work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future. You new roleAs our new Sustainable Finance Senior Consultant/Social Specialist, you will be part of our world-renown Sustainable Finance team, which sits within our Global Impact Assessment Global Service Line.  Based in France, you would be working closely with around 70 colleagues across our global office network in Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas.  Working for both borrowers/sponsors and lenders, the team’s core services are to support the bankability of multiple international development projects. We offer the opportunity to work on important and prestigious projects across a range of geographies and sectors.  Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:<ul><li>Technical input and delivery, including report writing and internal reviews, on a range of Independent Environmental &amp; Social Consultant (IESC) projects for environmental and social due diligence (ESDD) and impact assessment (ESIA)</li><li>Project managing small to large-scale IESC ESDD projects or ESIA projects</li><li>Support world-wide site audits and monitoring visits as part of IESC ESDD</li><li>Support on proposal management and writing</li><li>Support the implementation of the Sustainable Finance business development plan</li></ul> Your key deliverables within the first 12 months will be to:<ul><li>Successfully support a number of E&amp;S due diligence assessments on behalf of lenders</li><li>Successfully support a number of E&amp;S impact assessments on behalf of borrowers/sponsors to meeting international standards</li><li>Support development of a number of proposals</li><li>Provide active support to the Business Development plan and the development of existing and new clients</li></ul> Your starting point for constant growthFrom the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is: <ul><li>Strong project management skills including project financial management</li><li>Technical expertise in social aspects of the international standards: labour and working conditions, occupational health and safety, human rights, supply chain social assessments, resettlement, livelihood restoration, cultural heritage etc.</li><li>A Bachelor/Master degree in a relevant environmental and/or social discipline</li><li>Good organisational and communication skills</li><li>Good presentation and technical report writing skills in both French and English</li><li>Ability to work independently as necessary and collaboratively with a range of environmental, social and engineering technical specialists</li><li>Practical experience of the implementation of international lender E&amp;S standards, including the IFC Performance Standards, the Equator Principles and the OECD Common Approaches (at least 5 years’ experience in this field)</li><li>Experience in consultancy from 5 to 15 years</li><li>Must be fluent in English and French, plus other languages would be advantageous</li><li>Knowledge of the EU Taxonomy is a bonus</li><li>Flexibility to undertake short duration international field visits is essential</li><li>Driver’s licence is desirable</li><li>Residency and eligibility to work in France (i.e., existing work visa if not an EU citizen)</li></ul> Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:<ul><li>Confident communicator</li><li>Self-motivated</li><li>Team player</li><li>Creative problem solver who is ‘solution focused'</li></ul> Welcome to our Environment &amp; Health divisionRamboll develops innovative, scientifically sound solutions that help increase liveability by reducing pollution and restoring natural environments. One of the world’s leading environmental and health consultancies, our bright minds are trusted by clients to manage their most challenging environmental, health and social issues. Ramboll You can find out more about Ramboll on our website: <a href="https://ramboll.com/">https://ramboll.com/</a> Our 650 Impact Assessment specialists and our 70 Sustainable Finance specialists work in seamless global teams on projects around the world creating sustainable solutions for clients and society. The Impact Assessment Global Service Line is also presented on our website here: <a href="https://ramboll.com/services-and-sectors/environment-and-health/impact-assessment">https://ramboll.com/services-and-sectors/environment-and-health/impact-assessment</a>   What we can offer youRamboll offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic global organisation and the long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company.We also offer: <ul><li>Flexible work environment</li><li>Training and career growth opportunities</li><li>~35-37 days annual leave (25 CP + ~10-12 RTT), plus bank holidays</li><li>Competitive salary commensurate with experience </li><li>Matched pension contributions</li><li>Private medical cover and life assurance</li><li>Meal voucher (Up card)</li></ul>  Ready to join us?Please submit a cover letter with your up-to-date CV in English. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.  We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team. Deadline: 01.08.2025 Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application. Work at the heart of sustainable change with RambollRamboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment &amp; Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture &amp; Landscape. Equality, Diversity, and InclusionEquality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at <a href="mailto:job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com">job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com</a> with such requests.

Ramboll has launched its management consulting division in the US with a focus on delivering sustainable solutions to our clients, driven by science, engineering, and economics.
Ramboll, a global consulting and engineering firm based in Denmark, delivers a broad range of sustainability consulting services and solutions in the environment &amp; health, water, energy, and manufacturing markets. We serve corporate clients that are mid-size to global players in manufacturing, utilities, private equity, financial services, and real estate. Our clients seek Ramboll&rsquo;s guidance and leadership in decarbonization, transitioning to a low-carbon economy, and developing sustainable, resilient business models.
Fast facts about Ramboll:
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<li>16,500 employees worldwide</li>
<li>300 offices across 35 countries</li>
<li>1.899 billion Euros in Revenue</li>
<li>6 Markets: Buildings, Transport, Energy, Environment &amp; Health, Water and Management Consulting</li>
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Consultant - Sustainable Finance

Sustainable Finance Senior Consultant/Social SpecialistFrance Offices – Paris, Bordeaux, Aix-en-Provence, Lyon, (with flexible/remote working option)&nbsp;We invite you to bring your consultancy and management skills into play as you contribute to innovative and high quality environmental, social and sustainability solutions across a range of international development projects in the infrastructure, energy and renewables sectors. To succeed in this role, you must have demonstrable experience in successfully supporting environmental and social input to complex international development projects, and to a have a good knowledge of international lender E&amp;S standards, including the IFC Performance Standards, the Equator Principles and the OECD Common Approaches. &nbsp;Specialist knowledge and expertise in Social disciplines in particular, is highly desirable.&nbsp;Inviting bright mindsDo you want to push the boundaries of your profession and develop your excellence in an open, collaborative and empowering culture? Are you a curious and open-minded person?We work to create a sustainable future and our inspiring projects and innovative solutions aim to set the standard among our peers. You will join a global company that has been growing successfully since its founding in 1945. Together, we lead and leave a positive impact on societies, companies and people around the world.&nbsp;If this sounds like you, or you’re curious to learn more, then this role could be the perfect opportunity. Join our Global Impact Assessment Service Line as our new Senior Consultant and&nbsp;work with us to close the gap to a sustainable future.&nbsp;You new roleAs our new Sustainable Finance Senior Consultant/Social Specialist, you will be part of our world-renown Sustainable Finance team, which sits within our Global Impact Assessment Global Service Line.&nbsp; Based in France, you would be working closely with around 70 colleagues across our global office network in Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas.&nbsp; Working for both borrowers/sponsors and lenders, the team’s core services are to support the bankability of multiple international development projects. We offer the opportunity to work on important and prestigious projects across a range of geographies and sectors.&nbsp;&nbsp;Your key tasks and responsibilities will be:<ul><li>Technical input and delivery, including report writing and internal reviews, on a range of Independent Environmental &amp; Social Consultant (IESC) projects for environmental and social due diligence (ESDD) and impact assessment (ESIA)</li><li>Project managing small to large-scale IESC ESDD projects or ESIA projects</li><li>Support world-wide site audits and monitoring visits as part of IESC ESDD</li><li>Support on proposal management and writing</li><li>Support the implementation of the Sustainable Finance business development plan</li></ul>&nbsp;Your key deliverables within the first 12 months will be to:<ul><li>Successfully support a number of E&amp;S due diligence assessments on behalf of lenders</li><li>Successfully support a number of E&amp;S impact assessments on behalf of borrowers/sponsors to meeting international standards</li><li>Support development of a number of proposals</li><li>Provide active support to the Business Development plan and the development of existing and new clients</li></ul>&nbsp;Your starting point for constant growthFrom the moment you join Ramboll, we will support your personal and professional development so that you grow with the company. For this role, we believe your starting point is:&nbsp;<ul><li>Strong project management skills including project financial management</li><li>Technical expertise in social aspects of the international standards: labour and working conditions, occupational health and safety, human rights, supply chain social assessments, resettlement, livelihood restoration, cultural heritage etc.</li><li>A Bachelor/Master degree in a relevant environmental and/or social discipline</li><li>Good organisational and communication skills</li><li>Good presentation and technical report writing skills in both French and English</li><li>Ability to work independently as necessary and collaboratively with a range of environmental, social and engineering technical specialists</li><li>Practical experience of the implementation of international lender E&amp;S standards, including the IFC Performance Standards, the Equator Principles and the OECD Common Approaches (at least 5 years’ experience in this field)</li><li>Experience in consultancy from 5 to 15 years</li><li>Must be fluent in English and French,&nbsp;plus other languages would be advantageous</li><li>Knowledge of the EU Taxonomy is a bonus</li><li>Flexibility to undertake short duration international field visits is essential</li><li>Driver’s licence is desirable</li><li>Residency and eligibility to work in France&nbsp;(i.e., existing work visa if not an EU citizen)</li></ul>&nbsp;Personal qualities that will help you succeed in this role include:<ul><li>Confident communicator</li><li>Self-motivated</li><li>Team player</li><li>Creative problem solver who is ‘solution focused'</li></ul>&nbsp;Welcome to our Environment &amp; Health divisionRamboll develops innovative, scientifically sound solutions that help increase liveability by reducing pollution and restoring natural environments. One of the world’s leading environmental and health consultancies, our bright minds are trusted by clients to manage their most challenging environmental, health and social issues.&nbsp;Ramboll You can find out more about Ramboll on our website: <a href="https://ramboll.com/">https://ramboll.com/</a>&nbsp;Our 650 Impact Assessment specialists and our 70 Sustainable Finance specialists work in seamless global teams on projects around the world creating sustainable solutions for clients and society. The Impact Assessment Global Service Line is also presented on our website here: <a href="https://ramboll.com/services-and-sectors/environment-and-health/impact-assessment">https://ramboll.com/services-and-sectors/environment-and-health/impact-assessment</a>&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;What we can offer youRamboll offers the opportunity to be part of a dynamic global organisation and the long-term thinking of a foundation-owned company.We also offer:&nbsp;<ul><li>Flexible work environment</li><li>Training and career growth opportunities</li><li>~35-37 days annual leave (25 CP + ~10-12 RTT), plus bank holidays</li><li>Competitive salary commensurate with experience&nbsp;</li><li>Matched pension contributions</li><li>Private medical cover and life assurance</li><li>Meal voucher (Up card)</li></ul>&nbsp;&nbsp;Ready to join us?Please submit a cover letter with your up-to-date CV in English. We invite diversity in all its forms and encourage applicants from all groups to apply.&nbsp;&nbsp;We recognise that some candidates only apply when they tick every box. However, passion and potential often outweigh a perfect resume and Ramboll’s supportive learning culture can help you grow. So if this role resonates with you but you don't meet all the requirements, we encourage you to apply. You might be the perfect fit for this opportunity or another within our team.&nbsp;Deadline: 01.08.2025&nbsp;Thank you for taking the time to apply! We look forward to receiving your application.&nbsp;Work at the heart of sustainable change with RambollRamboll is a global architecture, engineering, and consultancy company. As a foundation-owned people company, founded in Denmark, we believe that the purpose of sustainable change is to create a thriving world for both nature and people. So, that’s where we start – and how we work. Our history is rooted in a clear vision of how a responsible company should act and being open and curious is a cornerstone of our culture. Ramboll employs more than 18,000 people globally across 35 countries. Ramboll experts deliver innovative solutions across Buildings, Transport, Water, Environment &amp; Health, Energy, Management Consulting, and Architecture &amp; Landscape.&nbsp;Equality, Diversity, and InclusionEquality, diversity, and inclusion are at the heart of what we do. At Ramboll, we believe that diversity is a strength and that different experiences and perspectives are essential to creating truly sustainable societies. We are committed to providing an inclusive and supportive work environment where everyone is able to flourish and reach their potential. We also know how important it is to achieve the right balance of where, when, and how much you work. At Ramboll, we offer flexibility as part of our positive and inclusive approach to work. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds and characteristics. Please let us know if there are any changes we could make to the application process to make it more comfortable for you. You can contact us at <a href="mailto:job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com">job.advert.accessibility@ramboll.com</a> with such requests.&nbsp;

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