Senior Health & Benefits Analyst

Marsh McLennan•Columbus, OH

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Marsh is seeking a Senior Health & Benefits Analyst to join its Health & Benefits team within the People and Investments business. Based in Columbus, Ohio, this hybrid position requires working in the office or onsite with clients at least three days per week. The analyst will work closely with the consulting team on the strategy, design, implementation, and administration of client companies’ health and welfare programs. The role includes supporting RFPs, developing analyses and client communications, and collaborating with internal teams and external carriers to achieve client outcomes. It offers an opportunity to build client relationships and expertise in health and group benefits. The position also involves developing knowledge of products, services, vendor markets, underwriting, financial skills, and technical tools through training, online courses, and mentorship, in an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree.
0–3 years of experience in the health industry or HR; professional internship experience at a minimum.
Demonstrated quantitative analytical skills.
Strong business acumen and intellectual curiosity.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Ability to multitask, manage competing priorities, and use strong time-management skills.
Ability to exercise independent thinking.
Ability to work at a fast pace independently and in a team environment.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

Prior experience with benefits, insurance, underwriting, and/or risk management.
Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP and other formulas, and pivot tables.

Responsibilities

Gather, organize, enter, and analyze client-project data in Excel, with an emphasis on results analysis and project management.
Collect and interpret vendor network offerings and financial proposals through RFPs, and summarize findings in Excel or PowerPoint for client presentations.
Develop cost projections and vendor renewal evaluations to inform client meetings.
Manage the quality and timeliness of client deliverables.
Assist with budget reports and participate in client and vendor calls.
Prepare clear communications and resolve most issues, escalating complex matters as needed.
Build knowledge of products, services, vendor markets, underwriting, financial skills, and technical tools through training, online courses, and mentorship.