Health Consulting Financial Analyst - Houston - College Program 2027
About The Position
This role is within Marsh’s (formerly Mercer) Health and Benefits Actuarial and Financial Group (AFG), based in Houston. The position is hybrid, requiring at least three days a week in the office. Marsh’s Health practice helps employers manage employee benefits, people risk, and benefit cost. The AFG specifically focuses on predicting, monitoring, and managing rising costs for employers. The role offers learning opportunities through real-world experience, client exposure, and mentorship within a supportive culture. Marsh’s Health consultants utilize disciplined approaches to benchmarking, data analytics, financial management, marketing, compliance, and communication, emphasizing client focus, integrity, expertise, and innovation.
Requirements
- Progress towards a bachelor’s degree in actuarial science, math, statistics, economics, engineering or other related fields
- Record of top academic achievement (minimum preferred GPA: 3.0/4.0)
- Legal work authorization in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future
Nice To Haves
- Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office—Word, Excel, and PowerPoint—and advanced programming skills are a plus (e.g. R, Python, SAS and SQL)
- Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design
- Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
- Intellectual curiosity; seeking opportunities to develop new skills
- Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail
Responsibilities
- Complete comprehensive analysis of health care data using spreadsheet and database management software
- Assist in the development of client communications, proposals, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations
- Perform basic cost projections using client cost and enrollment data with Marsh’s valuation model
- Price medical & prescription drug plan designs using proprietary Marsh tools
- Assist in the development of customized pricing through alternate scenario modeling of plan designs, programs and/or employee contributions to meet employers financial target
- Develop basic underwriting and actuarial skills as you build an awareness of health care plan design, cost factors and numerous industry products, services and tools (including Marsh Health products)
- Work in a fast-paced, challenging and dynamic consulting environment with colleagues across all organizational levels
Benefits
- professional development opportunities
- interesting work
- supportive leaders
- vibrant and inclusive culture
- range of career opportunities
- benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
