Senior Health & Benefits Consulting Analyst

Marsh McLennan•Irvine, CA

19h•Hybrid

About The Position

Mercer is seeking a Senior Health & Benefits Consulting Analyst to join the Health & Benefits team within Marsh’s People & Investments business. The role is based in Irvine and follows a hybrid work arrangement, with at least three days per week in the office or onsite with clients. The analyst works with the team on the strategy, design, implementation, and administration of client companies’ health and welfare programs. The position involves coordinating RFPs, preparing client communications, and collaborating with internal teams, subject matter experts, carriers, and vendors to support client outcomes and relationships. The role offers professional development opportunities, varied work, and support from leaders in an inclusive and flexible environment. Marsh describes itself as a global leader advising clients in 130 countries, with more than 95,000 colleagues and annual revenue of over $27 billion. The applicable base salary range is $54,000 to $108,000, with pay determined by factors including experience, skills, training, location, certifications, and education. The position may also be eligible for performance-based incentives.

Requirements

1–3 years of health industry or HR experience.
Ability to exercise independent thinking.
Ability to work at a fast pace, independently and in a team environment.
Capacity to multitask and manage competing priorities with strong time management skills.
Excellent organizational, interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
Strong business acumen and intellectual curiosity.
Proficiency using Microsoft Office, including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Nice To Haves

BA/BS degree.
Previous working experience with benefits.
Advanced Excel skills, including VLOOKUP, pivot tables, and macros.

Responsibilities

Assist senior consultants in reviewing client needs, recommending suitable approaches, and helping implement benefit program strategies.
Collect, analyze, and interpret health care data for client reporting.
Develop awareness of the insurance vendor marketplace, plan designs, health care cost factors, and the renewal process for health and group benefit programs.
Coordinate the Request for Proposal (RFP) process on behalf of clients.
Help write and structure client communications, including proposals, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations.
Build and maintain relationships with internal teams and subject matter experts, and develop relationships with clients.
Interact with carriers and vendors to gather quotes, negotiate, handle client service issues, and review plan documentation.