Senior Pension Strategy Consultant

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Pension Strategy team at Mercer. This role will be based in one of many Mercer offices. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.We will count on you to : Advise on strategic asset allocation and dynamic glide path design for pension plansUnderstand asset classes, risk and return tradeoffs, plan design, liability features, and plan sponsor constraints to develop investment strategiesPartner with Client Portfolio Directors to present results of asset-liability studies, glide path reviews, and portfolio structure reviewsModel pension liabilities and fixed income portfolios utilizing internal and external risk models to assess risk exposures, including plan-specific liability duration profile and credit spread risk Understand pension plan liabilities, design features, and risk drivers that influence hedge portfolio developmentLead clients and deliver advice on investment strategy issues, risk management / reduction in relation to pension plans, ensuring clients receive high quality advice while incorporating Mercer’s intellectual capitalBe a subject matter expert in pension risk management and journey planning, including liability-driven investments and pension risk transferDefine and implement long-term business strategy, direction and focus, engaging staff to deliver business resultsIdentify the need for change within the business and decisively bring essential, ambitious and accelerated change into existence and then sustain its benefits despite being confronted with resistance, barriers and blockages.Attract, engage and advance only the best talent and champion a culture that people want to join and commit to.Contribute strongly to meeting aggressive revenue growth targets.Responsible for developing business with new and existing clients across all business lines and geographies, collaborating to leverage resources and expertiseEnsure all professionalism / compliance processes are understood and followedWhat you need to have : 8 years’ experience in pension and / or investment strategy, with significant expertise in eachStrong presentation, project management and communication skillsHigh proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPointKnowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation designHigh-level attention to detail and an understanding of its application to the bigger pictureAbility to acclimate quickly to understand asset-liability risk management and business concepts and apply critical thinking to the issues which will arise during projectsWhat makes you stand out : CFA designation and / or actuarial credentials are a strong positiveMercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses : Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit mercer.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex / gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.The applicable base salary range for this role is $122,400 to $244,800.The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.Job SummaryJob number : R_279283Date posted : 2025-02-14Profession : ConsultingEmployment type : Regular

Salary : $122,400 - $244,800