Senior Retirement Actuarial Consultant

International Catalyst Services, LLC; New York (NY); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Senior DB Actuarial Consultant to deliver customized retirement consulting services. This pivotal role involves leading sales efforts, mentoring staff, and managing complex projects for large clients. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in benefits consulting and a strong ability to build relationships with senior business leaders. With a focus on operational excellence and intellectual capital development, this position offers the chance to make a significant impact while enjoying a hybrid work environment and competitive benefits.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits

Life insurance

Child and elder care programs

Competitive rewards for financial wellbeing

Virtual learning and development resources

Paid time off for volunteering

Dynamic and inclusive culture

Employee mentorship programs

Qualifications

• 15+ years of experience in benefits consulting.
• FSA/FCIA designation required.

Responsibilities

• Lead sales and deliver retirement consulting services.
• Mentor and coach staff to achieve high standards.

Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Leadership

Presentation Skills

Project Management

Sales Skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, Actuarial Science

Job description

Mercer Canada is seeking aSenior DB Actuarial Consultantfor our Montreal office.

The Mercer Senior Defined Benefits (DB) Actuarial Consultant will sell and deliver customized retirement consulting services to both new and existing clients (large or jumbo) with an emphasis on implementation of non-standard and/or complex solutions for multiple lines of business. This role will also lead and develop internal staff to ensure operational excellence and sharing of intellectual capital.

We will count on you to:

To fulfill this role, the Senior DB Actuarial Consultant will:

• Lead sales by driving new business proposals and extending the range of services provided to retirement and other lines of business’ clients as appropriate; emphasis on new ongoing relationships.
• Serve as lead consultant on large or jumbo clients.
• Assist with the expansion of existing clients by incorporating intellectual capital generated within the business and partnering with other lines of business; routinely sell total retirement plan management (specialty groups such as the annuity purchase group, the legal and tax practice, investments, etc.) assignments with clients.
• Act as a mentor and coach, motivating staff to deliver a high standard of work within given timeframes and budgets thereby creating an environment that encourages both individual and team accomplishments.
• Routinely use Mercer intellectual capital and participate in development of intellectual capital.
• Partner with local office and market leadership on establishing realistic budgets and managing write-offs.

What you need to have:

• Bachelor’s degree in Math, Statistics, Actuarial Science, or a related field
• Minimum 15 years’ experience in benefits consulting with proven ability to sell and deliver retirement consulting services to senior business leaders
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to quickly build credibility and gain confidence in individuals at all levels
• Experience in leading large teams
• Strong presentation skills
• Proven Leadership
• Proven skills in leading large complex projects and managing client expectations
• Proven sales results
• Proven financial project management
• FSA/FCIA designation
• Quebec Residents: In accordance with Bill 96, candidates must demonstrate proficiency in both English and French, as this role requires effective communication with our bilingual clientele

Why join our team?

Mercer Canada offers competitive benefits and a thriving culture to allow you to shine at work:

• At Mercer, we’re as invested in creating brighter futures for our own people as we are for our clients. To help you reach your full potential, we offer a culture, benefits and resources that support your wellbeing and career development.
• A business which values internal mobility, collaboration and partnership;
• Employee groups to help you find a mentor connect with leaders and support you in your dealings with external businesses and associations.
• The opportunity to network, share views, and learn from others by getting involved with our Business Resource Groups: PRIDE, Racial & Ethnic Diversity, Women@Mercer and Rising Professionals Network.
• The chance to make a positive difference in your local community by using your paid time off to volunteer through events organized by Mercer Cares, our community outreach and volunteerism BRG.
• A huge variety of virtual learning and development resources to support your personal and professional growth.
• Competitive rewards supporting your financial wellbeing, including compensation, retirement savings, and more.
• Offerings geared at your overall wellness, including comprehensive medical, dental, vision, and fitness benefits, as well as life insurance and child and elder care programs.
• A dynamic, collaborative and inclusive culture, where diversity is valued and where you are recognized and valued for who you are.
• A hybrid work model (3 days per week in the office).

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people. 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 $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit mercer.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.

Marsh McLennan 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 McLennan 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]

Marsh McLennan 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 McLennan 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.