International Environmental Consultant

AFRY • Full-time • Vantaa, Uusimaa • 1w ago

Company Description

AFRY is a European leader in engineering, design, and advisory services, with a global reach. We accelerate the transition towards a sustainable society. We are 18,000 devoted experts in infrastructure, industry, energy and digitalization, creating sustainable solutions for generations to come.

Making Future

Job Description

AFRY Finland Oy is seeking an International Environmental Consultant to strengthen our multidisciplinary team working on complex, sustainability-driven assignments across the globe.

We are looking for a professional with solid experience in International Finance Institution (IFI) -funded projects, particularly in International Environmental and Social Impact Assessments (ESIAs), Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD)/ Environmental, Health and Safety Due Diligence (EHS DD), and related compliance assessment work aligned with IFC Performance Standards, EBRD ESRs, Equator Principles, EU regulatory requirements, and other international frameworks. This is a unique opportunity to join a leading European consultancy, contribute to high-impact infrastructure and energy projects, and support clients in achieving regulatory compliance and sustainable performance.

Key Responsibilities

Lead and/or contribute to international ESIA processes for large-scale infrastructure, energy, transport, industrial, and environmental projects.
Conduct or support Environmental and Social Due Diligence (ESDD)/ Environmental, Health and Safety Due Diligence (EHS DD) assignments for IFIs, lenders, and private investors.
Conduct or support Environmental Due Diligence (EDD)/ Environmental, Health and Safety Due Diligence (EHS DD) assignments in relation to mergers and acquisitions (M&A).
Coordinate environmental and social workstreams in multidisciplinary project teams.
Engage with clients, IFIs, authorities, local stakeholders and subcontractors in various countries.
Prepare high quality technical documentation, including ESIA reports, EDD reports, management plans, and monitoring frameworks.

Qualifications

What you bring

Strong experience in international IFI-funded projects, especially ESIA and/or ESDD assignments. Experience in environmental projects in the energy and/or industry sector.
Proven capability to interpret and implement international environmental and social safeguards and environmental regulations.
Excellent analytical, writing, and communication skills.
Ability to work independently and collaboratively in multicultural environments.
University degree in environmental sciences, environmental engineering, sustainability, environmental law, social sciences, or a related field.
Willingness to travel internationally, as required by project assignments.
Fluency in English and Finnish; additional languages are an asset (Russian, Swedish, others).

What we offer

A position in a respected global consultancy working on impactful, sustainability oriented projects.
A chance to collaborate with AFRY’s international expert network across more than 50 countries.
Professional development opportunities and support for career growth.
Flexible working conditions and a friendly, inclusive working culture.
The chance to contribute to a more sustainable future through meaningful work.
You may work at any of our offices in Finland with a flexible hybrid model

Additional Information

Interested?

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact the Deputy Service Area Manager, Anssi Karppinen, p. +358 40 8401681, and/or [email protected].

Send your application and CV with salary request by 31.3.2026 and join our team full of experts! The position will be filled as soon as a suitable candidate is found and we may close the application period earlier than stated.

At AFRY, we engineer change in everything we do. Change happens when brave ideas come together. When we collaborate, innovate technology, and embrace challenging points of view. That’s how we're making future. We are actively looking for qualified candidates to join our inclusive and diverse teams across the globe. Join us in accelerating the transition towards a sustainable future.