Executive Compensation Consulting Analyst

Join our innovative Career Consulting team at Mercer, where your expertise will play a vital role in shaping executive compensation strategies. This position offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring at least three days per week in the office or with clients, and will be based in locations such as Los Angeles, CA; Seattle, WA; Chicago, IL; Houston, TX; Dallas, TX; Atlanta, GA; New York, NY; Philadelphia, PA; Washington D.C.; Boston, MA; and Louisville, KY. At Mercer, we empower organizations to design and execute sophisticated workforce strategies, providing best-in-class consulting backed by rigorous analytics and data-driven insights. As an Executive Compensation Consulting Analyst, you will collaborate closely with clients to design and implement executive compensation programs that align with their business objectives and governance standards. This is an exciting opportunity to work alongside senior executives, Board members, and HR leaders to enhance executive pay and incentives, ensuring consistency with organizational goals and market best practices. Your responsibilities will include: Conducting in-depth research and analysis on executive compensation trends, governance, regulatory requirements, and best practices. Collecting and analyzing data relevant to executive pay programs, including benchmarking compensation levels and incentive plan design features. Assisting in the preparation of presentations for Board and Compensation Committee meetings. Participating in client meetings and contributing to discussions regarding executive compensation topics. Facilitating knowledge sharing and continuous learning within the executive rewards practice. What you need to bring: Bachelor's degree. 12 to 36 months of experience in a consulting firm or corporate role, ideally in executive compensation, total rewards, or finance. Strong quantitative and analytical skills. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication abilities. Familiarity with data analysis, project management, and presentation design. A thirst for intellectual growth and a drive to apply critical thinking to solve complex problems. A collaborative spirit with the ability to engage effectively with diverse teams. Flexibility to thrive in high-pressure environments and adapt to evolving client needs, especially in M&A situations. Superior organizational skills and meticulous attention to detail. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly Excel and PowerPoint. What sets you apart: Advanced proficiency in Excel. Background in finance or accounting. Why you should join our team: We offer professional development opportunities, dynamic work experiences, and supportive leadership. Our vibrant, inclusive culture fosters collaboration with talented colleagues to create innovative solutions and impact clients, communities, and each other. Our scale provides numerous career opportunities, along with competitive benefits that enhance your overall well-being. The base salary range for this role is $75,500 to $151,000, with additional performance-based incentives. Salaries are determined based on individual experience, skills, education, and location. We are dedicated to diversity, inclusion, and flexibility in the workplace. Mercer aims to attract and retain top talent and embraces differences in age, background, ability, ethnicity, gender, marital status, nationality, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, and veteran status, among other qualities. If you require accommodations, please inform us. Mercer is committed to a hybrid work model, balancing the benefits of onsite collaboration with the flexibility of remote work. All colleagues are expected to spend at least three days a week in their local office or at client sites, with a designated anchor day for team meetings.

Created: 2026-03-04