Consultant, Rewards

Marsh Agency; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercer Malaysia is seeking a seasoned Consultant in Rewards to join the Rewards team in Kuala Lumpur. The role blends HR consulting with project leadership, data analysis and client-facing presentation delivery.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in HR with rewards exposure, strong Excel and Power BI skills, and proven ability to manage small to mid-size engagements. Hybrid work arrangement offered in line with team plans.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience with strong exposure to Total Rewards.
• 2–3 years of consulting experience is highly preferred.
• Candidates with a combination of in-house Rewards and consulting experience will also be considered.
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong proficiency in formulas, data analysis and handling large datasets.
• Strong PowerPoint presentation skills.
• Exposure to data analytics or visualization tools (Power BI) would be an advantage.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong analytical skills and detail-oriented to comprehend and summarize appropriate information.
• Able to network and present sales pitch to key leaders in large organizations.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and structure client’s presentations/reports including performing data analysis and draw conclusions.
• Review and/or develop exhibits based on collected and calculated data comprising an understanding of project components and processes.
• Applies computer and research skills to understand financial performance, talent management trends, and pay practices and policies.
• Oversee the development of methodology by analysts and manage small to medium engagements.
• Provide guidance to project team analysts and ensure timely delivery of work and achievement of project objectives.
• May manage smaller projects and workstreams of larger client projects while providing guidance to project team analysts and ensure timely delivery of work and achievement of project objectives.
• Deliver high-quality client presentations and communicate recommendations confidently to stakeholders.
• Demonstrate ownership, responsiveness and a strong sense of urgency in delivering client work.

Skills

Advanced Excel

PowerPoint

Power BI

Communication

Analytical skills

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Power BI

Job description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Rewards team at Mercer Malaysia. This role will be based in our Pavilion Damansara Corporate Towers, Kuala Lumpur office. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working as per respective team's arrangement.

Consultant, Rewards

Mercer Rewards

• A team in Rewards within a Human Resource Consulting firm is responsible for designing and implementing compensation and benefits programs for clients.
• They analyze market data and industry trends to develop competitive salary structures and incentive plans.
• The team also provides guidance on employee recognition programs and helps clients ensure their rewards strategies align with their overall business objectives.

We Will Count On You To

• Prepare and structure client’s presentations/reports including performing data analysis and draw conclusions.
• Review and/or develop exhibits based on collected and calculated data comprises of understanding project components and processes.
• Applies computer and research skills to understand financial performance, talent management trends, and pay practices and policies.
• Oversee the development of methodology by analysts and manage small to medium engagements.
• Provides guidance to project team analysts and ensures timely delivery of work and achievement of project objectives.
• May manage smaller projects and workstreams of larger client projects while providing guidance to project team analysts and ensure timely delivery of work and achievement of project objectives.
• Deliver high-quality client presentations and communicate recommendations confidently to stakeholders.
• Demonstrate ownership, responsiveness and a strong sense of urgency in delivering client work.

What You Need To Have

• Bachelor's Degree in any discipline
• Minimum 5 years of HR experience with strong exposure to Total Rewards
• 2 – 3 years of consulting experience is highly preferred
• Candidates with a combination of in-house Rewards and consulting experience will also be considered
• Advanced Microsoft Excel skills with strong proficiency in formulas, data analysis and handling large datasets
• Strong PowerPoint presentation skills
• Exposure to data analytics or visualization tools (Power BI) would be an advantage
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Strong analytical skills and detail-oriented to comprehend and summarize appropriate information
• Able to network and present sales pitch to key leaders in large organizations

What Makes You Stand Out

• Intellectual curiosity, learning agility and a strong sense of urgency
• Ability to systematically manage and retrieve data.
• Excellent coordination skills and ability to work with multiple stakeholders
• Responsive, enthusiastic, open to learning and take on new challenges.
• Creative Problem Solver and Resourceful

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 (NYSE: MRSH) is 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, visit marsh.com, or follow us on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh is committed to providing an inclusive work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best, most qualified people and value colleagues of all backgrounds, without regard to 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.

Marsh 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.