As a Sr. Consultant specializing in (Executive) Compensation and Total Rewards, you will lead the design and implementation of comprehensive (executive) compensation programs, including short and long term incentive plan design, overall pay strategy for executives and broader employee populations, and other total rewards topics that arise from clients’ evolving business needs. Your strategic insights will help organizations align (executive) compensation and rewards programs with business objectives and talent goals in dynamic and competitive markets.
Senior (Executive) Compensation Consultant
We will count on you to:
Lead and manage client engagements focused on (executive) compensation strategy, including pay benchmarking, incentive plan design, and pay structure modernization.
Develop and execute business development initiatives to grow Mercer’s Rewards presence, particularly in key US markets.
Build and maintain strong client relationships, serving as a trusted advisor to HR and business leadership teams.
Collaborate with Mercer’s cross functional teams to design integrated total rewards solutions that address complex client needs.
Provide expert advisory on (executive) pay considerations to clients in various industries and ownership structures.
Oversee project teams to ensure timely delivery of high quality recommendations and presentations.
Stay abreast of evolving market trends, regulatory changes, and best practices in compensation and total rewards.
Mentor and develop consulting talent, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence.
What you need to have:
5+ years of experience delivering (executive) compensation or total rewards solutions
Ability to lead sales, manage project delivery, and nurture client relationships.
Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills.
What makes you stand out:
Demonstrated expertise in compensation program design for executives and/or broader employee populations.
Proven track record in achieving sales goals and managing multi-faceted projects .
Strong knowledge of regulatory and governance frameworks affecting compensation programs.
Experience in market facing activities such as conference presentations.
Why join our team:
Work with industry-leading experts on a broad scale of HR topics.
We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leaders.
- Thrive and be motivated by an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools.
We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for 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.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of experience delivering executive compensation or total rewards solutions
- Ability to lead sales, manage project delivery, and nurture client relationships
- Excellent communication, presentation, and relationship management skills
- Based in New York City, Boston, Atlanta, or Philadelphia
- Hybrid work model requiring at least three days per week in the office
- Some travel expected to support client engagements and relationship building
- Demonstrated expertise in compensation program design for executives and/or broader employee populations
- Proven track record in achieving sales goals and managing multi-faceted projects
- Strong knowledge of regulatory and governance frameworks affecting compensation programs
- Experience in market-facing activities such as conference presentations
Marsh McLennan Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Marsh McLennan and has not been reviewed or approved by Marsh McLennan.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Leave offerings are described as generous, including sizable PTO, paid holidays, paid sick days, and additional time off such as paid volunteer time and “Summer days.” These time-off benefits are portrayed as a standout part of the overall rewards package.
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Healthcare Strength — Healthcare coverage is characterized as comprehensive, spanning medical, dental, and vision options, with additional supports like disability and life insurance and access to mental health resources and an EAP. The breadth of plan options is positioned as a core strength of the benefits package.
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Retirement Support — Retirement benefits are framed as solid, with 401(k) programs and employer matching frequently highlighted alongside other financial programs. Stock purchase options are also referenced as an additional wealth-building component of the total rewards mix.
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What We Do
Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) brings together nearly 78,000 experts in risk, strategy, and people across Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer, and Oliver Wyman, serving clients in over 130 countries. Marsh enables enterprise worldwide by helping clients manage risks, transforming uncertainty into opportunity. Guy Carpenter helps clients grow profitably with reinsurance broking expertise, advisory services, and advanced analytics. Mercer helps organizations advance the health, wealth, and careers of their most vital asset — their people. Oliver Wyman’s expertise in strategy, operations, risk, and organization transformation changes what is possible for our clients, their industries, and society. Together, we combine a unique range of capabilities to help our clients solve problems, seize opportunities, and build lasting success in increasingly complex operating environments.
