Associate - Talent Strategy Consulting
Mercer · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
- On site
- Full-time
- $95,000 / year
- Mumbai, Maharashtra, India
Job highlights
- Manage junior consultants and project workflow.
- Interpret data to guide project direction.
- Develop client presentations and recommendations.
- Coordinate client data and resolve issues.
- Conduct client research and answer questions.
About the role
About Mercer
Mercer is a business of Marsh (NYSE: MRSH), a global leader in risk, reinsurance and capital, people and investments, and management consulting, advising clients in 130 countries. With annual revenue of over $27 billion and more than 95,000 colleagues, Marsh helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information about Mercer, visit mercer.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.About the Role
Mercer 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, caste, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, gender reassignment, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Mercer is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.Responsibilities
- Manage junior consultants and their workload by setting weekly goals and deliverables.
- Responsible for managing the project workflow to ensure that deliverables are met on time, and making choices on what the deliverables are depending on the findings of the analysis.
- Responsible for pulling in and interpreting data and other components to assess and determine the direction of a project; will review project workflow and implications of scope with Project Managers and Project Sponsors.
- Assists and independently lead in writing and structuring client presentations/reports by using data such as averages, trends, and stochastic models to create summary exhibits in presentations and to draft initial observations/recommendations and conclusions for review by senior consultants or on the project.
- Coordinate and review client data while supervising junior consultants including: tracking what has been received and what are outstanding, identifying issues or discrepancies with data, raising any issues independently with the client.
- Interpret the data and determine “the story” outlined to the client – determine client implications as it relates to data.
- Answer client questions regarding Mercer project methodology.
- Project Management.
- Lead internal team meetings (set agendas, take notes, execute most action items afterwards).
- Commensurate with experience, serves as a day-to-day client contact for project areas including data requests and data management.
- Works independently with client to assist them in responding to Mercer data requests and serves as point of contact for follow up questions.
- Conduct general research using internet and internal databases to gather information on client or prospective client business information including acquisition history and business performance.
Key skills/competency
- Talent Strategy
- Consulting
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
- Client Relationship Management
- Presentation Skills
- Team Leadership
- Problem Solving
- Research
- Mercer Methodology
Skills & topics
- Talent Strategy
- Consulting
- Associate Consultant
- Project Management
- Data Analysis
- Client Management
- Mercer
- Human Resources Consulting
- Employee Benefits
- Workforce Analytics
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight project management and data analysis skills relevant to talent strategy consulting. Quantify achievements where possible.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Express your understanding of Mercer's consulting approach and your passion for talent strategy.
- Prepare for case studies: Practice analyzing data, developing strategic recommendations, and presenting solutions under pressure.
- Research Mercer's culture: Understand their commitment to diversity, inclusion, and hybrid work to align your answers with their values.
- Network and inquire: Reach out to current Mercer consultants on LinkedIn for insights into the role and interview process.
Technical preparation
Practice data analysis with Excel/SQL.,Review statistical concepts and models.,Familiarize with consulting case frameworks.,Prepare for presentation delivery.
Behavioral questions
Describe a time you managed a team.,How do you handle conflicting priorities?,Tell me about a complex data problem.,How do you build client trust?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the typical work arrangement for an Associate - Talent Strategy Consulting at Mercer?
- Mercer follows a hybrid work model, requiring colleagues to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. This includes collaboration and professional development benefits in the office, alongside remote flexibility.
- What are the key responsibilities of an Associate - Talent Strategy Consulting at Mercer?
- Key responsibilities include managing junior consultants, overseeing project workflow, interpreting data to determine project direction, developing client presentations and recommendations, coordinating client data, and conducting research on client business information.
- What kind of data analysis is expected for this Associate - Talent Strategy Consulting role?
- You will be expected to pull and interpret various data components, including averages, trends, and stochastic models, to create summary exhibits, identify implications, and formulate observations and recommendations for clients.
- How does Mercer foster diversity and inclusion in its hiring for the Associate - Talent Strategy Consulting position?
- Mercer is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment. They aim to attract and retain the best people, valuing diversity across age, background, gender, race, religion, and other characteristics protected by law.
- What is the career progression for an Associate - Talent Strategy Consulting at Mercer?
- While not explicitly detailed, as an Associate, you would typically progress to more senior consulting roles by demonstrating strong project management, client advisory, and analytical skills. The role involves managing junior consultants and interacting with clients, indicating a path towards greater responsibility.
- How important is client interaction for an Associate - Talent Strategy Consulting at Mercer?
- Client interaction is significant. The role involves serving as a day-to-day client contact for project areas, including data requests and management, and working independently with clients to address their needs and answer questions about Mercer's methodology.
- What kind of research is involved in the Associate - Talent Strategy Consulting role at Mercer?
- You will conduct general research using internet and internal databases to gather information on client or prospective client business, including their acquisition history and business performance, to inform project strategy and client recommendations.