Career Consulting Associate- New York- MBA College Program 2027

Company: Mercer Description: Career Consulting Associate – College Program 2027  Mercer A Marsh business-  is uniquely qualified to help organizations design and execute sophisticated workforce strategies, whether it’s for a multinational organization or a local company attempting to grow within its market. We provide best-in-class consulting, rigorous analytics, and data-driven insights that help organizations make fact-based decisions.  In this position, you will work with a broad range of clients and industries in a stimulating environment, participating as an integral member of project teams to diagnose issues and design strategic solutions that support clients’ success. A Career Associate collaborates with colleagues on numerous and varied projects in a learning-oriented environment and contributes to projects in multiple practice areas.  To learn more about Mercer’s Career practice, please visit  https://www.mercer.com/what-we-do/workforce-and-careers.html   We will count on you to:   Work with a project team, helping with strategy, project timelines and budgets, and conducting client research  Assist in the preparation of client communications and presentations; including but not limited to recommendations for boards of directors, executives, senior management, and HR leaders  Participate in client engagement meetings and presentations  Review clients’ strategic business objectives and their implications for rewards, leadership, organization performance, and other HR policies and practices  Conduct research and analysis on industry and organization-specific issues, that may span areas such as business strategy, corporate performance, compensation and rewards practices and trends, global expansion, and best practices in career management  Provide guidance and training to less experienced colleagues on Mercer tools and methodologies  What you need to have:   Progress toward first year completion of an MBA or master’s degree with an expected graduation year of December 2026 or Spring 2027  Significant coursework in a combination of finance, economics, statistics, mathematics, HR, and/or accounting  At least three years of relevant work experience  Project management experience; Excellent organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines simultaneously; strong attention to detail  Legal work authorization to work in the U.S. on a permanent and ongoing basis without the need for sponsorship now or in the future is required.  What makes you stand out?   Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office— specifically Excel and PowerPoint  Knowledge of data analysis, project management, and presentation design  Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills  Intellectual curiosity; seeking opportunities to develop new skills and apply critical thinking to solve problems  Ability to collaborate with diverse teams and communicate with others in a skillful and engaging manner  Flexibility to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing client needs  Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail  Mercer a company of Marsh-  is committed to delivering an inclusive recruiting experience for all candidates, and that starts with ensuring we have a diverse array of applicants. If you meet some but not all of the “stand out” qualifications listed, we still encourage you to apply. There are many ways to build the skillset that will enable you to succeed in this role. Your background might be just what we’re looking for in this role, or perhaps it may be a fit for another part of the organization, but we won’t know unless you apply!  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