Hybrid Senior Compensation Strategist | AI-Driven Pay

Hunt; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 99,000 - 199,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work model

Health and welfare benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) savings

Job summary

Mercer is seeking a Sr. Compensation Consultant to lead large-scale compensation projects and coach junior staff within Marsh’s Workforce and Rewards Consulting team. You will partner with senior HR leaders to design pay strategies, structure analyses, and drive client success across multinational engagements.

You will manage client relationships, deliver thoughtful pay design, and contribute to business development while navigating AI-enabled compensation tools in a hybrid office setting.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field.
• Extensive (8+) years of experience in compensation consulting or related HR advisory roles.
• Proven ability to manage multiple large-scale projects and complex client engagements.
• Deep knowledge of compensation strategy, compensation-related technology, incentive plan design, market analysis methodologies, and regulatory compliance.
• Strong client relationship management skills with experience advising senior executives.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and leadership skills.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint.
• Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to problem-solving and coaching.

Responsibilities

• Structure, direct, review, and interpret analyses performed by project teams.
• Develop compensation strategies, philosophies, and programs that address clients’ attraction and retention needs.
• Provide consulting services to senior management on compensation issues including pay strategy and job architecture design.
• Thrive in an environment embracing AI and technology-enabled tools.
• Manage day-to-day client interactions, building and maintaining strong relationships.
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring quality deliverables.
• Generate revenue by developing new client relationships, extending existing engagements, and identifying cross-selling opportunities.

Skills

Client relationship management

Communication

Leadership

Problem-solving

Intellectual curiosity

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or related field

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Microsoft Office

Job description

Mercer is seeking a Sr. Compensation Consultant to lead large-scale compensation projects and coach junior staff within Marsh’s Workforce and Rewards Consulting team. You will partner with senior HR leaders to design pay strategies, structure analyses, and drive client success across multinational engagements.

You will manage client relationships, deliver thoughtful pay design, and contribute to business development while navigating AI-enabled compensation tools in a hybrid office setting.