Principal, Executive Rewards Consultant

Principal, Executive Rewards Consultant – Mercer

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Career Consulting team s role will be based in [Office Location] and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office or with clients.

Mercer is uniquely qualified to help organizations design and execute sophisticated workforce strategies, providing best‑in‑class consulting, rigorous analytics, and data‑driven insights that enable fact‑based decisions.

• Structure, direct, review, and interpret analyses performed by project teams.
• Develop executive compensation strategies, philosophies, and incentive programs that address clients’ attraction and retention needs.
• Provide consulting services to senior management and Compensation Committees on compensation issues including pay competitiveness, performance measurement, short‑ and long‑term incentive plan design, governance, and regulatory implications.
• Manage day‑to‑day client interactions, building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders.
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring quality deliverables.
• Generate revenue by developing new client relationships, extending existing engagements, and identifying cross‑selling opportunities.

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
• Extensive (8+ years) of experience in executive compensation consulting or related HR advisory roles, with demonstrated subject‑matter expertise.
• Proven ability to manage multiple, large‑scale projects and complex client engagements (e.g., public companies, private companies, family‑owned companies, pre‑IPO companies, PE‑backed companies).
• Deep expertise in executive compensation practices and trends, including approaches to cash‑ and equity‑based incentives.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders such as senior executives and Boards of Directors.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to learning and problem‑solving.

• Experience scoping and leading delivery of client engagements addressing complex executive compensation challenges.
• Demonstrated success in leading or supporting business development activities.
• Advanced analytical skills and familiarity with equity administration tools.
• Demonstrated leadership in developing innovative solutions and thought‑leadership content.

• Professional development opportunities and supportive leadership to help you grow.
• A vibrant, inclusive culture where you can collaborate with talented colleagues.
• A broad range of career opportunities and comprehensive benefits to support your well‑being.
• A flexible hybrid work model balancing remote work with in‑office collaboration.

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan, 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 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.

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All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week, with an anchor day for full‑team collaboration.

Mercer is an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other protected characteristic.