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Mercer

Description :

Mercer is undertaking an exciting, large scaled initiative to establish a new target operating model and technology platform, designed to support ambitious commercial growth objectives.

This multi-year program will involve partnerships with key strategic partners, designing a platform that will enable the business growth objectives and ensure that Mercer's capabilities remain competitive and differentiated.

This initiative involves bringing together multiple countries & regions across our Investment Solutions business to drive scale and reimagine our ways of working.

Mercer is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Boston office :

Global Strategic Initiatives Leader - Mercer Investment

What can you expect?

• This Strategic Initiatives Leader will service as a partner to the Global Chief Operating Officer of the Investment Solutions business.
• The role will have leadership responsibility for strategic programs designed to support Mercer's commercial growth objectives and requires a highly organized and proactive individual with exceptional communications and leadership skills.
• This role requires a strong strategic mindset, and the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
• The Strategic Initiatives Leader will play a critical role in shaping the organization's long-term vision and driving its strategic objectives.

What is in it for you?

• At Mercer, we are as invested in creating brighter futures for our own people as we are for our clients. To help you reach your full potential, we offer a culture, benefits program and resources that support your wellbeing and career development.
• A company with a strong brand and strong results to match and are committed to making a difference in the lives of people.
• A culture of belonging, innovation, collaboration, internal mobility and extraordinary career opportunities through our four businesses : Marsh, Mercer, Guy Carpenter, and Oliver Wyman, each consistently ranked the industry leader in their fields.
• Competitive pay, full benefits package - starting day one (medical, dental, vision, STD / LTD, life insurance, generous 401k match AND automatic contribution).
• Generous paid time off for vacation, sick, company holidays and time to give back to your community; flexible work culture.
• Employee Resource Groups which provide access to leaders, relevant volunteer and mentoring opportunities, and interactions with counterparts in industry groups and client organizations.
• Opportunities to participate in our mentor programs and network with other colleagues in our Business Resource Groups (BRGs) - Mercer Cares (community involvement), PRIDE, Women@Mercer, Racial & Ethnic Diversity and Rising Professionals Network!

We will count on you to :

• Initiatives will support the functional teams that support portfolio management, client service, trading operations, fund administration, client operations, risk management, alternative operations, data management, financial tracking analysis and strategic initiatives.
• Operations & Technology support of target M&A activity, including creating a playbook for due diligence, cost modeling and integration programs.
• The role will partner with regional Chief Operations Officers & Chief Investment Officers, and other counterparts across the regions to drive operational solutions for existing and new client segments, large client propositions and best practices across the global operation.

What you need to have :

• Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in strategic planning, project management, or a related field in the Investments industry.
• Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire and motivate cross-functional teams towards a common goal.
• Proven track record in successfully managing complex projects from initiation to completion, including resource allocation, risk management, and stakeholder engagement.
• Experience in driving organizational change and managing resistance to change.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data and insights to drive decision-making.
• Familiarity with the industry trends, competitive landscape, and emerging technologies relevant to the organization.

What makes you stand out :

• Experience in leading strategic initiatives within a complex organization is highly desirable.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and navigate ambiguity.

Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being.

Mercer's more than 20,000 employees are based in 43 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries. Mercer is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC), the world's leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, with more than 85,000 colleagues and annual revenue of over $23 billion.

For more information, visit mercer.com. Follow Mercer 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 [email protected].

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