Global Benefits Associate
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Global Benefits Management team at Mercer. This role will be based in Chicago and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.
As a Global Benefits Associate, you will partner with Global Benefits Senior Associates and Directors to manage client meetings and serve as a liaison between global client & local brokerage teams. You will assist global clients with monitoring their employee benefit programs around the world by managing and summarizing renewal progress and terms with a view to ensuring a level of governance and consistency with their objectives. You will develop a strong understanding of global health and welfare benefit products, services, technical tools, and vendor / carrier markets, providing renewal directions to local brokerage teams and managing to project timelines, as well as outlining data and reporting expectations within our proprietary Global Benefits Management tools & platforms, developing, peer reviewing, and transmitting client deliverables.
We will count on you to :
- Manage and execute project deliverables for clients' implementation, ongoing, and renewals.
- Track and report project status to brokers / clients and internal management teams, including the nature of local discussions impacting the insurance placement or plan design strategy.
- Serve as a liaison between local brokerage offices and global client.
- Process execution and ensuring all standard procedures and controls are being followed.
- Communicate with internal and external partners (consultants, brokers and clients)
What you need to have :
Bachelor's degree5 years of experience in a similar competencies' roleExcellent project management skillsStrong analytical skills and keen attention to detail, with a proven ability to solve complex problemsExcellent verbal, written, and interpersonal skills with a talent for building strong relationshipsSelf-motivated, fast learner, quality-focused, and committed to meeting deadlinesA team player who can also work independently with minimal supervisionProficient in MS Excel and PowerPoint, and working knowledge of the MS Office suiteWhat makes you stand out?
Experience managing global benefitsProject Management CertificationFluent in other languages and international experience, highly desiredWhy join our team :
We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.