Mercer is seeking candidates for the following position based in the Loss Angeles office:Rewards/Compensation Senior Associate ConsultantMercer’s Rewards practice works with a wide range of clients to design and implement broad-based and executive rewards programs to help attract and retain talent. We do this by understanding our clients’ unique strategies, capabilities, and company cultures; and applying our design and analytical skills and in-depth knowledge of global market practices to deliver effective results. Within this context, we help our clients:Benchmark compensation levels relative to marketAssist in the design of incentive compensation structures which align rewards with value-creating business strategiesStay abreast of regulatory developments and their implications and monitor global market trendsSupport the project team in developing deliverables for clientsTo learn more about Mercer’s Compensation & Rewards practice, please visithttps://www.mercer.com/what-we-do/workforce-and-careers/workforce-rewards.htmlWhat can you expect?The Rewards Senior Associate works with a wide range of clients to design and implement broad-based rewards programsYou will apply your experience and analytical ability to present conclusions to clients and help them understand recommendations and their impactYou will manage client projects, draft client presentations, assist in providing consulting advice, and formally and/or informally manage a team of Analysts and Associates, providing feedback, technical review, and developmentWhat’s in it for you?A company with a strong brand, with experience developing solutions for today’s and tomorrow’s toughest challengesThe opportunity to grow your career and showcase your talent in a global organizationAn opportunity to learn other areas in career consulting, such as communications and HR transformationA culture of internal mobility, diversity, inclusion, and collaborationEmployee Resource Groups which provide access to leaders, relevant volunteer and mentoring opportunities, and interactions with counterparts in industry groups and client organizationsFlexible work opportunities for work/life balanceCompetitive pay and a full benefits package, starting Day 1 (Medical, Dental, Vision, Short- and Long-Term Disability and Life Insurance, Employee Stock Purchase program, and a generous paid time-off allowance); plus a fixed company contribution AND a company match on your 401k, after one year of serviceWe will count on you to:Prepare project charts and templates using project management tools, estimate hours for the project team, and prepare timelines for project milestonesServe as an independent project manager for more straightforward projects or work streamsEnsure client projects adhere to budget, and immediately address out-of-scope issues or budget overruns and manage the client’s expectationsPrioritize project activities to manage the workload and meet project deadlinesDelegate and lead project tasks in line with individual capability, development needs, and available analyst and associate resourcesIdentify new business opportunities with clients and manage proposal processLead both internal and client project status meetingsServe as a primary client contact and build relationships with clientsWhat you need to have:Bachelor’s degreeAt least 4 years’ experience in broad-based rewards/compensationExternal consulting experience required (experience consulting with external clients on behalf of a professional services firm)Knowledge of compensation principles, e.g., job benchmarking, salary structure design, job architectureStrong quantitative background and skill setDeep analysis and reporting experience — skilled in data manipulation and analysis using spreadsheet software, as well as developing written reports which summarize analysis and provide interpretation in the context of the challenge faced by the clientProven project management skills and creative problem-solving abilitiesWhat makes you stand out:Executive compensation experience nice to have, but not requiredJob Architecture experienceThe ability to work on multiple projects simultaneously on a variable schedule based on project demand and link compensation challenges to broader business or industry contextKnowledge of executive compensationAn active listener — giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made and asking questions as appropriateMercer 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 25,000 employees are based in 44 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 76,000 colleagues and annual revenue of $17 billion. Through its market-leading businesses including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment. For more information, visit https://www.mercer.com/. Follow Mercer on Twitter @Mercer.Marsh & McLennan Companies and its Affiliates are EOE Minority/Female/Disability/Vet/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity employers.#LI-TS1This employer is a corporate member ofmyGwork – LGBTQ+ professionals, the business community for LGBTQ+ professionals,students, inclusive employers & anyone who believes in workplace equality.