Life Absence and Disability Consultant

Location: Chicago - 155 Wacker

Company

Marsh

Description

Now is an exciting time at Mercer for the leave and disability landscape is changing at an unprecedented pace. Client expectations are constantly evolving, companies are merging at historic rates and digital health solutions are emerging faster than the market can keep up but our dynamic and growing Life, Absence & Disability (LAD) practice provide all the solutions clients need. This is a hybrid role which requires 3 days a week in the office and can be aligned with one our Mercer offices in the US.

Life, Absence & Disability Consultant

What can you expect

The Life, Absence & Disability (LAD) Consultant will work on consulting engagements in supporting employers primarily with their absence programs which include Long Term disability (LTD), Short Term disability (STD), Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D), leave and time off solutions

You will also negotiate with benefits carriers and vendors to secure plan coverage and administration services for these employers

Work with colleagues on client engagements, including supporting the overall delivery, strategy, financial evaluations, plan design, renewal, business placement, benchmarking and other studies

Leverage Mercer's size and reputation to negotiate highly competitive rates and coverage options from carriers and vendors

What’s in it for you

As the global leader in health and benefits, you will work with some of the biggest and most prestigious companies you know and love, delivering innovative solutions that provides solutions for our clients and their employees. You’ll be part of a firm that is well-respected and work for an organization that has been named by Vault.com as the #1 Human Resources consulting firm 16 consecutive years in a row

We help you reach your full potential, we offer a culture and resources that support your wellbeing and career development

A dynamic, collaborative and inclusive culture, where diversity is embraced

The opportunity to network, share views, and learn from others by getting involved with our Business Resource Groups: PRIDE, Women@Mercer, Racial & Ethnic Diversity 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

Substantial variety of virtual learning and development resources to support your personal and professional growth

Thrive and be motivated by an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools.

We will count on you to

Work with colleagues on client engagements, including supporting the overall service delivery, strategy, financial evaluations, plan design, renewal, business placement, benchmarking as well as interpret and present benchmark data to clients and ensures plan and program changes are properly implemented embody client’s strategy

Leverage Mercer's size and reputation to negotiate highly competitive rates and coverage options from carriers and vendors

Assist in the development of sophisticated benefit design and renewal strategies and utilize Mercer tools and solutions to address client issues

Effectively communicate Mercer's position on latest industry trends to clients

Participate in new business opportunities &/or RFP’s with sales channel partners

Support financial analysis and review including underwriting, data analytics, and partnership with actuaries to support funding analysis

Contribute as a member of the consulting team in developing overall client strategy

What do you need to have

BA/BS degree

Minimum 6 years’ experience in Life/Absence/Disability insurance and administration or consulting industry; experience in absence products or solutions preferred

Superior analytical and mathematical skills, strategic planning, communication, and listening skills

Excellent organizational and project management skills with the ability to prioritize and handle multiple and complex tasks

Strong customer service skills, with the ability to interface with multiple clients on a daily basis and develop great client relationships

Within 90 days from your start date, obtain all required state Health and Life insurance licenses

Advanced knowledge of MS Office Tools (Excel, PowerPoint, Word)

What makes you a stand out?

You are naturally curious and are comfortable asking “why?”

You act with a sense of urgency, demonstrating a proactive disposition and a “self-starter” mentality

You are comfortable juggling shifting priorities, clarifying ambiguity, and enjoy a dynamic environment

Ability to draw upon market dynamics, trends, and knowledge of the customer to provide strategic advice

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 [email protected].

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 $88,000 to $176,000.

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.

Additional Locations: Boston - High St, Hartford - Church, Houston - Dallas, Tampa - N. Rocky Point, Dallas - Main, Atlanta - Lenox