Executive Rewards Consulting Analyst

Marsh McLennan • Los Angeles, CA

8d • $75,500 - $151,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

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.

Requirements

• 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 PowerPoint

Nice To Haves

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

Responsibilities

• 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

Benefits

• 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.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees