Senior Consultant, Employee Benefits, Private Equity
About The Position
Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) provides business insurance, employee health & benefits, retirement, and private client insurance solutions to organizations and individuals seeking limitless possibilities. With over 300 offices across North America, we combine the personalized service model of a local consultant with the global resources of the world’s leading professional services firm, Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC). Marsh McLennan Agency (MMA) is seeking a Senior Consultant to join our Employee Health & Benefits team with a dedicated focus on Private Equity–backed clients. This role is ideal for a consultative, strategic benefits professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and enjoys partnering with sophisticated investors and portfolio company leadership teams.
Requirements
- 7+ years of experience in employee benefits consulting or related role within a brokerage, carrier, or HR department.
- Strong knowledge of health and welfare plan design, compliance, and funding arrangements.
- Exceptional client relationship management skills and executive presence.
- Proven ability to analyze complex data and translate insights into strategic recommendations.
- Excellent presentation, negotiation, and communication skills.
- Licensed in Life & Health (or ability to obtain upon hire).
- Shared commitment to company values; Integrity, Collaboration Passion, Innovation, Accountability
Responsibilities
- Serve as the lead consultant for Private Equity–backed clients and their portfolio companies, delivering strategic health & benefits guidance.
- Advise clients on benefits strategy, plan design, funding arrangements, compliance, and cost-containment solutions aligned with business objectives.
- Partner with Private Equity sponsors on M&A activity, including: Benefits due diligence Deal modeling and cost analysis Post-transaction benefits integration and harmonization
- Lead annual renewal strategy, vendor negotiations, and market placements.
- Coordinate and collaborate with internal MMA resources (compliance, analytics, wellness, actuarial, and voluntary benefits teams).
- Support portfolio companies at various stages of maturity, from early-stage growth to mature enterprises.
- Present recommendations to executive leadership, boards, and investor groups.
- Mentor junior consultants and analysts; contribute to team development and best practices.
- Stay current on industry trends, regulatory changes, and Private Equity market dynamics.
- Contribute to business development efforts by participating in finalist meetings and assisting in the development of proposals and presentations.
Benefits
- Medical, dental and vision plans
- 401(k) match after one year
- Contribute toward student loan debt
- Generous paid time-off programs ensure you have time to recharge including vacation days, personal days, sick days, holidays, volunteer day, and days for learning & development
- Tuition reimbursement and professional development opportunities
- Charitable contribution match programs
- Stock purchase opportunities
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
Number of Employees
5,001-10,000 employees
