Executive Rewards Consulting Associate

Mercer•Seattle, WA

4d•$75,500 - $151,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Executive Rewards Consulting Associate joins Marsh’s Career Consulting team within its People and Investments business. Based in Seattle, Washington, this hybrid role supports clients in designing and implementing executive compensation programs aligned with business strategy and governance requirements. The associate works with senior executives, Board members, and HR leaders to help optimize executive pay and incentives in line with organizational goals and market practices. The position involves compensation research and analysis, client work, and preparation of materials for Board and Compensation Committee meetings. Marsh requires colleagues in this role to work in the local office or onsite with clients at least three days per week.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Finance, Accounting, Analytics, or a relevant field.
2–5 years of experience working in executive compensation or relevant experience.
Strong quantitative and analytical skills.
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design.
Intellectual curiosity, with an interest in developing new skills and applying critical thinking to solve problems.
Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and communicate skillfully and engagingly.
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 or accounting background or experience.
Experience consulting with external clients.
Graduate diploma, such as an MBA in a relevant field.

Responsibilities

Research executive compensation trends, governance, regulatory requirements, and market practices.
Collect and analyze data relevant to executive pay programs, including compensation benchmarks and incentive plan design features.
Use and engage with AI and technology-enabled tools.
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.