Consultant Environmental Due Diligence

Overview

In this role you will support fast-paced UK and global M&A transactions by identifying EHS and ESG risks and translating them into concise, client-focused due diligence guidance. You will deliver Phase I assessments and ESG reviews, combining desk research and site visits to inform buy-side and sell-side decisions. You will coordinate inputs, support project management and proposal development, and help meet tight deadlines. This is a collaborative, client-facing position within Ramboll’s UK transactions team, with a clear focus on sustainable due diligence and value creation for transactions.

Pay / Benefits

• 27 days annual leave + bank holidays
• Matched pension contributions
• Private medical cover
• Life assurance
• Flexible work environment
• Culture of inclusion and development

Responsibilities

• Deliver Phase I Environmental Site Assessments and Limited Environmental Compliance Assessments for various sites (buy-side/sell-side).
• Conduct desk-based research, site visits, and management call participation to prepare client reports.
• Support more complex site assessments (e.g., manufacturing facilities).
• Deliver ESG assessments to support due diligence and prepare client reports.
• Coordinate inputs and track deliverables to support meet deadlines.
• Assist in developing client proposals, including scope and fee inputs.

Key requirements

• 3–4 years of practical EHS/ESG due diligence experience with Phase I ESAs and ideally ESG assessments.
• Sound understanding of UK environmental regulations and basic knowledge of European regulations (CSRD, CBAM).
• Degree in geosciences, natural sciences, environmental sciences, engineering, or comparable qualification.
• Ability to assimilate information quickly, work autonomously, and communicate clearly.
• Strong written and verbal communication, collaborative approach, and willingness to travel within UK & Ireland.

• collaborative
• proactive
• strong communication
• Phase I Environmental Site Assessments
• Limited Environmental Compliance Assessments
• ESG assessments

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