Career Consulting Associate; MBA Track – Dallas – MBA Program

Company:

Mercer

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Career Consulting team s is a hybrid role that requires working at least three days a week in the office.

Mercer is uniquely qualified to help organizations design and execute sophisticated workforce strategies, whether it’s for a multinational organization or a local company attempting to grow within its market. We provide best‑in‑class consulting, rigorous analytics, and data‑driven insights that help organizations make fact‑based decisions.

In this position, you will work with a broad range of clients and industries in a stimulating environment, participating as an integral member of project teams to diagnose issues and design strategic solutions that support clients’ success. A Career Associate collaborates with colleagues on numerous and varied projects in a learning‑oriented environment and contributes to projects in multiple practice areas.

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• Work with a project team, helping with strategy, project timelines and budgets, and conducting client research
• Assist in the preparation of client communications and presentations; including but not limited to recommendations for boards of directors, executives, senior management, and HR leaders
• Participate in client engagement meetings and presentations
• Review clients’ strategic business objectives and their implications for rewards, leadership, organization performance, and other HR policies and practices
• Conduct research and analysis on industry and organization‑specific issues, that may span areas such as business strategy, corporate performance, compensation and rewards practices and trends, global expansion, and best practices in career management
• Provide guidance and training to less experienced colleagues on Mercer tools and methodologies

• Progress toward first year completion of an MBA or master’s degree with an expected graduation year of December 2025 or Spring 2026
• Significant coursework in a combination of finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, HR, and/or accounting
• At least three years of relevant work experience
• Project management experience;
  Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously; strong attention to detail
• Legal work authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future is required.

• Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office—specifically Excel and Power Point
• Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Intellectual curiosity; seeking opportunities to develop new skills and apply critical thinking to solve problems
• Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and communicate with others in a skillful and engaging manner
• Flexibility to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing client needs
• Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail
• Mercer is committed to delivering an inclusive recruiting experience for all candidates, and that starts with ensuring we have a diverse array of applicants. If you meet some but not all of the “stand out” qualifications listed, we still encourage you to apply. There are many ways to build the skillset that will enable you to succeed in this role. Your background might be just what we’re looking for in this role, or perhaps it may be a fit for another part of the organization, but we won’t know unless you apply!

• 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 impact for 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.

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a global leader in helping…