Health Consulting Analyst- Louisville- College Program 2027

Mercer a Marsh business– we believe in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer’s more than 25,000 employees are based in 44 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries.

HEALTH CONSULTING ANALYST   Mercer’s 2,500+ US Health consultants deliver disciplined, consistent approaches to benchmarking, data analytics, financial management, marketing, compliance and communication.  Our client focus, integrity, expertise, and innovation are why clients choose Mercer. We are committed to setting the industry standard for ethical and transparent business practices.      To learn more about Mercer’s Health practice, please visit https://www.mercer.com/what-we-do/health-and-benefits.html     WHAT A TYPICAL DAY LOOKS LIKE   ·         Assist senior consultants with reviewing client needs, recommending suitable approaches, and helping implement benefit program strategies  ·         Collect, analyze, and interpret health care data for reporting to the client  ·         Acquire knowledge about the insurance vendor marketplace, plan designs, healthcare cost factors, and the renewal process for health and group benefit programs  ·         Coordinate the Request for Proposal (RFP) process on behalf of a client  ·         Help write and structure client communications, including proposals, reports, spreadsheets, and presentations    WHAT WE VALUE   ·         Strong analytical skills, both quantitative and qualitative, and working knowledge of Microsoft Office—Word, 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   ·         Ability to work in teams and be flexible to work under tight deadlines and changing client needs   ·         Superior organizational skills and strong attention to detail     PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS   ·         A bachelor's degree with graduation year in Fall 2026 or Spring 2027 and concentration(s) in business, math, statistics, economics, public health, and/or other related field is preferred   ·         Minimum GPA of 3.0/4.0  ·         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    WHAT’S IN IT FOR ME?    ·         Be challenged to deliver impactful solutions for major organizations and have a direct impact on their employees  ·         Opportunity to work with some of the smartest people in the industry   ·         Excellent growth, mobility and advancement opportunities   ·         Hybrid Work Schedule – 3 days in the office   ·         Top benefits – generous PTO including vacation, sick, and even 1 day off for community service!     WHY JOIN US?    Culture & People - We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients regardless of their gender expression or identity, marital or civil partnership status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We are proud of our inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work and thrive. We offer several Business Resource Groups (BRGs) that employees can participate in (MMC Pride, Rising Professionals, Racial, Ethnic & Multicultural Diversity). Learn more about our foundational values, mission and vision for the future by reviewing our Greater Good Policy .     Professional Development - We believe in continuous learning for