Chicago, Illinois, USA
1 day ago
National Voluntary Benefits Consulting Leader

At Mercer, we make a difference in the lives of more than 110 million people every day by advancing their health, wealth, and careers. We’re in the business of creating exciting and rewarding futures for our clients and their employees — whether we’re designing affordable health plans, securing finances for retirement, or aligning employees with workforce strategy. Capitalizing on analysis and insights as catalysts for change, we anticipate and understand the impact of business decisions, now and in the future. Our holistic view and deep expertise allow us to see client’s current and future needs through a lens of innovation and impact and every idea and solution we offer.

We are currently seeking a National Voluntary Benefits Consulting Leader

What you can expect:

Mercer’s Voluntary Benefits Practice is looking for a consulting leader who has proven market experience leading strategy, developing others and is looking to join the best of the best in our pursuit for excellenceIn this role you will have the opportunity to join the US Voluntary Benefits Leadership team and support the strategic development of valued client solutions and the delivery of differentiated business growthIf you have a strong history of being highly collaborative within a large organization, as well as a track record of successfully leading teams in a highly competitive market, this may be the role for you

What is in it for you?

We are the global leader in human resources consultingGreat potential for personal and professional development as part of the largest and most successful Voluntary Benefits Practice in the USTop-notch benefits: multiple medical, dental, and vision plans with choices to fit all needs and budgets - benefits coverage starting Day 1

We will count on you to:

Partner with LAD/VB Leadership team peers to address pressing challenges faced in the market and to collaboratively deliver differentiated strategies and solutions to carry out Mercer’s value propositionLead senior level VB Consulting colleagues and teams with winning, expanding and retaining large and mid-market accounts as a strategic component of Mercer’s US Health PracticeAssist in developing custom strategies and solutions to address account and/or prospective account needs and effectively present or assist with presentation to senior colleagues or accounts/prospectsWork to ensure all managed accounts are in good standing and address escalated issues or concerns in a timely and effective manner to ensure operational excellence and relationship satisfactionNourish and grow professional relationships across the firm and with market partners; operate with the utmost focus, integrity, and growth mindset in all areas of the roleAttend and participate in industry events and conferences to build up a strong professional network, maintain proximity to the relevant market and represent the Company

What you need to have:

Bachelor’s Degree requiredVoluntary, Health, or Financial experience required5+ years’ experience as a Consultant with background in Client Management, Sales, or Benefits AdministrationStrong financial and business acumenAbility to work in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple and conflicting prioritiesStrong collaboration and influencing skills (relationship building and fostering with H&B colleagues)

What makes you stand out:

Demonstrated success as a thought leader in the Voluntary Benefits spaceDemonstrated success in leading with integrity and developing others to their full potentialDemonstrated success in leading through change and capitalizing on the growth opportunity it represents

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), 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 a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit mercer.com, or follow 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 reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.



The applicable base salary range for this role is $151,000 to $302,500.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

Applications will be accepted until: May 19, 2025

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