Health & Benefits Consultant

About the role

Mercer, a Marsh business, is looking for a Health & Benefits Consultant to join its Health team, based in Washington, DC. The role involves in-depth analysis for larger, complex clients, working with Mercer subject matter experts and mentoring junior team members. It is a hybrid position with at least three days per week in the office.

Key responsibilities

• Provide financial, contract and administrative analysis, manage parts of client projects and handle ad hoc operational requests
• Support financial review and funding analysis, including underwriting, data analytics and collaboration with actuaries
• Interpret benchmark data, present insights and ensure plan and program changes match client objectives
• Manage project quality, timelines and deliverables, delegating to and reviewing the work of junior team members
• Coordinate internal specialty resources so deliverables meet client goals, deadlines and professional standards
• Prepare, peer review and deliver clear, concise client-facing communications and reports
• Work directly with clients on the request for proposal (RFP) process with health insurance carriers and internal analysts
• Establish and manage carrier and vendor relationships supporting benefits administration, compliance and plan implementation

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree
• 2-5 years of experience in health & benefits, preferably in a consulting environment
• Valid L&H license or ability to obtain one within 90 days of hire
• Demonstrated ability to present confidently and communicate effectively to stakeholders

Required skills

• Organizational and time management skills, able to prioritize by urgency
• Strong verbal, written and interpersonal communication skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint)

What we offer

• Base salary range of $68,500 to $137,000, depending on experience, skills, location, certifications and education
• Possible performance-based incentives
• Health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K and other retirement programs, and employee assistance programs
• Professional development opportunities and a hybrid work model