Compensation Consultant Associate

Mercer; Montreal (administrative region); Hybrid; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer in Montreal is seeking a talented professional to join our Career team on a hybrid basis, requiring at least three days in the office. The role centers on research, analysis and recommendations in rewards and talent management for client organizations.

You will analyze strategic, financial and operational data, contribute to client recommendations, and develop salary/bonus programs and career path tools. Strong Excel skills and bilingual English/French are essential.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in management consulting, total rewards, compensation, finance, HR or accounting preferred.
• OR 5+ years in project management, data analysis, financial modeling and presentation design.

Responsibilities

• Research and analyze industry and org issues: strategy, performance, rewards and talent management trends.
• Analyze clients' strategic/financial/organizational data to develop rewards and talent solutions.
• Participate in team sessions to develop client recommendations.
• Prepare client presentations including board/exec/HR leadership recommendations.
• Develop base salary and bonus programs for non-executive employees.
• Create role profiles and career path tools.

Skills

Management consulting

Total rewards

Financial analysis

Excel proficient

Bilingual English/French

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in business

MBA or related

CHRP/CCP in progress

Tools

Excel

Job description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Career team at Mercer. This role will be based in Montreal, and it is a hybrid role with a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

We will count on you:

• Conduct research and analysis to understand industry and organization-specific issues, including business strategy, corporate performance, compensation and rewards practices and trends, and best practices in talent management
• Analyze clients' strategic, financial, and organizational information to provide insights that will develop into rewards and talent solutions
• Participate in team brainstorming sessions to develop client recommendations
• Prepare client presentations, including recommendations presented to boards of directors, executives, senior management, and HR leaders
• Developing a base salary and bonus program for non-executive employees
• Creating role profiles and career path tools

What you need to have:

• Minimum 3 years of relevant work experience in management consulting, total rewards, compensation, finance, human resources or accounting preferred
  • OR minimum 5 years of experience in project management, data analysis, financial modeling and presentation design
• Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and a solid background in Excel
• Flexibility, adaptability and the ability to work under tight deadlines or changing client needs
• Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Bilingualism in both English & French
• Intellectual curiosity, seeking opportunities to develop new skills

What makes you stand out?

• BComm, HBA/MBA, MIR or related degree including significant coursework in finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, human resources (HR) and/or accounting, or equivalent work experience preferred
• Progress towards CHRP, CCP designations

Why join our team:

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.

Marsh 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, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In accordance with applicable legislation, Marsh will provide a reasonable accommodation to employees and prospective employees to the point of undue hardship upon request and as required in respect of the individual’s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need please contact [e-mail]