DC Consulting Analyst

Company:MercerDescription:You will be joining Mercer's specialist DC team and will be responsible for working alongside consultants in the delivery of DC services.Note: This is an office based role with home working flexibility (2/3 days in office each week). Ideal locations are London, Bristol, Edinburgh and ManchesterWhat can you expect?Provide input and support in the advice provided to both trustee and employer clientsLiaising with providers and/or investment managers to obtain data, and subsequently analysing data received. Review work produced by colleagues using Mercer software/toolsCommunicating effectively to external and internal clients in a non technical manner. Produce material in plain-speak language with correct spelling and grammar. Manage budgets and workflow for clientsExpand understanding of client needs and start assisting more senior colleagues in formulating plans to grow revenue and strengthen relationships with clientsAttend client meetings to support senior
colleagues and assist in preparation including production of meeting papers, and supporting management of actionsWhat you will be rewarded with?We offer and embrace a hybrid working model that nurtures a collaborative working environment in the office 3 days per week allowing 2 days per week to be spent working on a remote basis.Competitive Benefits Package including: 25 days annual leave, up to 4 days of flexible bank holidays, excellent pension contributions, private medical cover, life assurance, income protection, employee assistance program, plus a range of flexible benefits including the option to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year, cycle to work, dental insurance, health assessments plus many more.We will count on you to:Provide support to senior colleagues and attend client meetingsStudy and complete your professional qualificationsBe self motivated and work collaboratively within the DC and wider client teamWhat you need to have:Good previous DC consulting based
experienceBe studying, or prepared to study for a professional qualification (CFA, IMC etc)Good communication skills, verbal and writtenWhat makes you stand out?Project management experienceAbility to develop strong working relationships with colleagues, clients and provider contacts at all levelsShow initiative and enjoy working in a dynamic team environmentGood analytical skillsMercer 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 approximately 25,000 employees are based in 43 countries and the firm operates in 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 more than 85,000 colleagues and annual revenue of over $20 billion. Through its market-leading businesses including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh McLennan helps clients