Employee Benefits Consultant

Marsh & McLennan Companies; Cardiff; Hybrid; GBP 35,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Employee Benefits Consultant, where you will play a vital role in managing and developing a diverse portfolio of Group Risk and Healthcare clients. This hybrid role allows you to foster strong client relationships while promoting innovative solutions that meet client needs. With a supportive culture and a focus on professional development, you will thrive in a collaborative environment that values your contributions. Embrace the opportunity to make a significant impact within a global organization that prioritizes employee well-being and growth.

Benefits

Professional Development Opportunities

Inclusive Culture

Flexible Work Arrangements

Attractive Bonus Structure

Qualifications

• Proven experience in Group Risk Consulting with a focus on customer service.
• Adept at aligning products to strategic solutions for clients.

Responsibilities

• Manage Group Risk and Healthcare client portfolios with strategic advice.
• Identify new opportunities and promote Mercer Marsh Benefits.

Skills

Group Risk Consulting

Healthcare Consulting

Client Relationship Management

Business Development

Education

GR1 Qualification

IF7 Qualification

Tools

Employee Benefit Platforms

Job description

Company: Mercer

Description: We are seeking a talented Employee Benefits Consultant to manage and develop a portfolio of Group Risk and Healthcare clients. You will focus on ensuring clients feel supported at all times, providing advice and recommendations that meet client requirements. Through strong client relationships and business development, you will identify new opportunities and promote the wider Mercer Marsh Benefits (MMB) proposition to maximize opportunities and achieve growth targets. With an attractive bonus structure, this is a fantastic opportunity to operate within a large global organization that cares for and supports its employees and clients at a local level.

Based in either Bournemouth, Chichester, Bristol, or Cardiff, this is a hybrid role requiring at least three days a week in the office.

We will count on you to:

1. Manage existing Group Risk and Healthcare client portfolios, providing strategic and quality consulting advice and direction.
2. Identify new opportunities and promote the wider Mercer Marsh Benefits (MMB) proposition to maximize revenues and achieve growth targets.
3. Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, prospects, colleagues, and key stakeholders.
4. Provide accurate reports containing renewal information, market review results, and recommendations.
5. Liaise with internal departments and insurers to ensure clients receive excellent service throughout.
6. Promote and deliver high-quality service and advice.

What you need to have:

1. Proven experience in Group Risk Consulting with a desire to provide exceptional customer service.
2. Healthcare Consulting experience with IF7 preferred but not essential.
3. Adept at identifying business needs and aligning products to provide strategic solutions for clients.
4. Self-driven and motivated with a confident and approachable style.
5. Positive can-do attitude, willing to travel, and enjoys meeting new people.

What makes you stand out?

1. Proven track record of client retention and business development in Group Risk.
2. Ideally GR1 qualified, but not essential.
3. Knowledge of employee benefit platforms would be an advantage.

Why join our team:

1. We support your professional development through opportunities, interesting work, and supportive leadership.
2. We foster a vibrant, inclusive culture where you can collaborate with talented colleagues to create innovative solutions and make an impact.
3. Our scale provides a range of career opportunities, benefits, and rewards to enhance your well-being.

About Mercer Marsh Benefits

Mercer Marsh Benefits helps clients manage the costs, risks, and complexities of employee health and benefits, leveraging the combined expertise of Mercer and Marsh, part of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC). 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 $23 billion and over 85,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build confidence to thrive through diverse perspectives. For more information, visit marshmclennan.com or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Mercer, a Marsh McLennan company, is committed to diversity, inclusion, and flexibility. We aim to attract and retain the best talent and embrace diversity across various characteristics. We are an equal opportunities employer and provide reasonable adjustments for candidates with disabilities. For accommodations, contact [e-mail].

We support hybrid work, combining remote work with in-office collaboration. All colleagues are expected to work at least three days per week in their local office or onsite with clients, with at least one designated "anchor day" for team in-person meetings.