Executive Rewards Consulting Analyst

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Career Consulting team at Mercer
. This role will be based in Los Angeles, CA;
Seattle, WA;
Chicago, IL;
Houston, TX;
Dallas, TX;
Atlanta, GA;
New York, NY;
Philadelphia, PA;
Washington D.C.;
Boston, MA;
Louisville, KY, and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office or with clients.

Mercer is uniquely qualified to help organizations design and execute sophisticated workforce strategies, whether it’s for a multinational organization or a local company attempting to grow within its market. We provide best‑in‑class consulting, rigorous analytics, and data‑driven insights that help organizations make fact‑based decisions.

As an Executive Rewards Compensation Analyst
, you will work closely with clients to support the design and implementation of executive compensation programs that align with their business strategy and governance requirements. This is a great opportunity to partner with senior executives, Board members, and HR leaders to optimize executive pay and incentives, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and market best practices.

• Conduct research and analysis on executive compensation trends, governance, regulatory requirements, and market practices
• Collect and analyze data relevant to executive pay programs, including benchmarking compensation levels as well as incentive plan design features
• Assist in preparing materials for Board and Compensation Committee meetings
• Participate in client meetings and contribute to discussions on executive compensation topics
• Support knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the executive rewards practice

• Bachelor’s degree
• 12 - 36 months of experience working in a consulting firm or corporate role (preferably in executive compensation, total rewards, or finance)
• Strong quantitative and analytical skills
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design
• Intellectual curiosity; seeking opportunities to develop new skills and apply critical thinking to solve problems
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and communicate with others in a skillful and engaging manner
• Flexibility to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing client needs, particularly in M&A situations
• Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Working knowledge of Microsoft Office—specifically Excel and Power Point

• Advanced proficiency in Excel
• Finance/accounting background or experience

• 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 $75,500 to $151,000. 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.

EEO / Diversity Statement

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses:
Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of…