Senior Government Data Analyst

Marsh; Minneapolis (MN); Hybrid; USD 54,000 - 108,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Tuition assistance

401(k) savings

Employee assistance programs

Job summary

Marsh, a global leader in risk and consulting, seeks a Government Consulting Senior Analyst - Data to join the GHSC Informatics team. This hybrid role can be based in Minneapolis and involves 3 days in office.

You will analyze Medicaid data using Python, SQL and SAS, develop client materials, and work with cross-functional colleagues to deliver insights that improve care access and cost efficiency. Bachelor\'s degree and at least 1 year of programming experience required; knowledge of Databricks

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in related field required.
• At least 1 year of professional work experience with exposure to programming.
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills.
• Great organizational and time management skills.
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Utilize Python, SQL, SAS to interpret and analyze large health care data sets.
• Assist in development of client communications, proposals, reports, spreadsheets and presentations.
• Gain understanding of government-sponsored health programs like Medicaid/Medicare.
• Thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic consulting environment with colleagues across levels.
• Collaborate with a focused group on smaller team projects and larger client initiatives.

Skills

Python

SQL

SAS

Databricks

Analytical skills

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Excel

PowerPoint

Word

Job description

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Government Human Service Consulting (GHSC) - Informatics team, part of our People & Investments business at Marsh. This role can be based in Minneapolis, Atlanta, Phoenix, or Seattle and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.

Medicaid is a government-sponsored health insurance program in the United States designed to provide healthcare coverage to low-income individuals and families. As a consulting firm specializing in Medicaid, Mercer’s GHSC team assists state governments in optimizing their Medicaid programs. Our team plays a vital role in managing and analyzing Medicaid claims data to enhance patient access to care, improve cost efficiency, and elevate the quality of services provided to these individuals.

As a Government Consulting Senior Analyst - Data, you will have the opportunity to collaborate with experienced programmers, actuaries, and clinicians, contributing to meaningful projects that aim to positively impact the lives of individuals and families in need. Join us in making a difference!

To learn more about Mercer’s GHSC practice, please visit www.mercer-government.mercer.com.

We will count on you to:

• Utilize a variety of programming languages (including Python, SQL, and SAS) to interpret and analyze large health care data sets
• Assist in the development of client communications, proposals, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations
• Gain an understanding of health care delivery systems, specifically government-sponsored health and welfare programs, such as Medicaid and Medicare
• Thrive and be motivated by an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools
• Work in a fast-paced, challenging and dynamic consulting environment with colleagues across all organizational levels to meet and exceed client demands and deadlines
• Collaborate with a focused group of colleagues on smaller team based assignments with opportunities to participate in larger scale client and industry projects

What you need to have:

• Bachelor's degree in related field
• At least 1 year of professional work experience with exposure to programming
• Excellent analytical and quantitative skills
• Great organizational and time management skills
• Exceptional interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and in a dynamic team environment with rapidly changing priorities and demands

What makes you stand out?

• Experience with programming languages such as Databricks (desired), Python, SQL, and/or SAS
• Proficiency with MS Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Eagerness to drive results and take initiative
• Creative problem-solving abilities

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 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, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting [e-mail].

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.

The applicable base salary range for this role is $54,000 to $108,000.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.

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