Company:Mercer
Description:As the
Health & Benefits Consultant, you will play a pivotal role in shaping the future of employee benefits for our clients. In this dynamic position, you will perform in-depth analyses for larger, complex clients, collaborating with Mercer subject matter experts to deliver exceptional results. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to mentor and guide junior team members, fostering a culture of quality and accuracy in all deliverables. Join us and make a meaningful impact in the world of health and benefits!
We will count on you to:- Provide financial, contract, and administrative analysis while managing portions of client projects and addressing ad hoc operational requests
- Support financial review and funding analysis, including underwriting, data analytics, and collaboration with actuaries
- Contribute to client strategy by interpreting benchmark data, presenting insights, and ensuring plan and program changes align with client objectives
- Manage project quality, timelines, and deliverables; delegate to and review work from junior team members
- Coordinate internal specialty resources to ensure deliverables meet client goals, deadlines, and professional standards
- Lead preparation, peer review, and delivery of clear, concise, client-facing communications and reports
- Work directly with clients to manage the request for proposal (RFP) process with health insurance carriers and internal analysts
- Establish and manage carrier and vendor relationships to support benefits administration, compliance, and plan implementation
What you need to have: - Bachelor's degree
- 2-5 years of experience in health & benefits, preferably in a consulting environment
- Excellent organizational and time management skills, with the ability to prioritize by level of urgency
- Strong verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)
What makes you stand out?- Holds a valid L&H License or ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire
- Demonstrated ability to confidently present and communicate effectively to stakeholders
Why join our team:- We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
- We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.
- Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.
The applicable base salary range for this role is $68,500 to $137,000.
The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.
We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.
