Engagement Lead - Risk Consulting

Marsh McLennan•Syracuse, NY

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

The VP, Engagement Lead applies advanced industry knowledge to develop complex research and analysis strategies and leads teams in data collection and documentation to deliver guidance to clients. The role independently drives development of large-scale project proposals to support business growth and expand client relationships. It reviews and refines complex presentations, slide decks, and client communications to ensure quality and readiness for delivery. The Engagement Lead partners with clients to shape and evolve project approaches, methodologies, and tools supporting risk programs and strategic initiatives. The role develops meeting strategies for internal and client discussions, facilitates key conversations, and leads complex or unique client engagements to deliver strong outcomes and an exceptional client experience. Marsh is a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. The role is hybrid: colleagues are expected to work in their local office or onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams identify at least one weekly anchor day for the full team to work together in person. The applicable base salary range is $112,600 to $239,800, with the offer determined by factors including experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and applicable minimum wage requirements. The position may also be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Requirements

Minimum of 10 years of relevant professional experience in risk consulting or a closely related field in a client-facing role.
Proven experience managing large-scale, complex client projects and engagements.
Ability to manage and foster client relationships for existing business and future opportunities.
Demonstrated strength in data-driven analysis, problem-solving, and developing actionable client recommendations.
Experience coaching, guiding, or mentoring colleagues on project work and client delivery.

Nice To Haves

Proven success guiding clients through complex risk programs or strategic initiatives.
Ability to translate complex data and analysis into clear, actionable client guidance.
Experience leading high-visibility meetings and facilitating discussions with senior stakeholders.
Strong executive presence and confidence managing sophisticated client relationships.
Demonstrated success delivering exceptional results on unique or challenging engagements.

Responsibilities

Develop and lead complex research and analysis strategies that support high-impact client work.
Direct teams in data collection, documentation, and synthesis to deliver quality insights and recommendations.
Drive development of large and complex project proposals to support client growth and new business opportunities.
Review and enhance presentations, slide decks, and client-facing communications for quality, clarity, and readiness.
Advise clients on project methodologies, approaches, and tools that strengthen risk programs and strategic initiatives.
Lead internal and client meetings, shape discussion strategy, and drive progress across key projects.
Manage complex and unique client engagements while delivering strong outcomes and an exceptional client experience.
Coach, guide, or mentor colleagues on project work and client delivery.