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Company: MercerDescription:At Mercer, we\xe2\x80\x99re creating a culture where you can bring your authentic self to work. When you join us, you bring your inclusive energy and enthusiasm to a team that values you personally and professionally \xe2\x80\x93 regardless of who you are, what you look like, where you were raised or born, who you love or what your religious beliefs are. You are welcome here.Mercer Canada is seeking a Senior Investment Consulting Analyst based in our Toronto office.What can you expect?As a Senior Investment Consulting Analyst in the Wealth practice, you will work with a broad range of clients and industries in a stimulating environment, participating as an integral member of project teams to design programs that support clients\xe2\x80\x99 success. You will work as part of our DB and DC Investment Consulting teams within Mercer\xe2\x80\x99s Wealth practice, which provides a full range of services for sponsors of defined benefit and defined contribution plans.This role consists of supporting consultants in projects ranging from preparation of investment performance monitoring reports, investment manager search reports, asset mix studies, investment structure reviews, investment manager transitions, plan governance reporting, plan design benchmarking, retirement preparedness studies, financial wellness assessment and responding to client inquiries. This position requires interactions with clients. The ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal and communication skills. As part of this role, you will be expected to support consultants in responding to client needs.What is in it for you?At Mercer, we\xe2\x80\x99re 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.The opportunity to work with some of the smartest and most energetic people in the industry, who will nurture, challenge and enable you.A dynamic, collaborative and inclusive culture, where diversity is embraced \xe2\x80\x93 and you are celebrated and appreciated for who you are.The opportunity to network, share views, and learn from others by getting involved with our : 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.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, stock purchase plan, 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.Generous paid time off and a flexible work schedule that accommodates your home life and commitments outside of work.We will count on you to:Conduct quantitative and qualitative analysis utilizing Mercer proprietary toolsProduce quarterly performance reports for our clientsCritically analyze different investment markets, managers\' investment styles, and portfolio characteristics, and evaluate their impact on investment performance each quarterCommunicate with investment managers, record keepers and custodians to gather and/or clarify client-specific data for reportingPlay an important role in investment manager searches, asset allocation studies, and other ad-hoc investment-related projects like plan design benchmarking, retirement preparedness studies and financial wellness assessmentsSupport consultants in servicing existing clients and prospectsDevelop the knowledge and skills required to allow progression to a consultant roleDemonstrate ease and effectiveness when dealing with clients and colleagues at all levelsRepresent and promote the \xe2\x80\x9cface\xe2\x80\x9d of Mercer, both internally and externallyWhat you need to have:A bachelor\'s degree in business, finance, economics, or other business-related areas with strong quantitative and analytical course contentA minimum of 1-2 years of work experience or strong co-op experience in a consulting analyst roleThe ideal candidate should possess strong interpersonal and communication skillsWhat makes you stand out:Passion for delivering the best service to clientsBe comfortable working in an environment where change is certainLooking for a long-term and dynamic careeris the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading insurance broker and risk adviser. With more than 45,000 colleagues advising clients in over 130 countries, Marsh serves commercial and individual clients with data-driven risk solutions and advisory services. Marsh is a business of (NYSE: MMC), the world\xe2\x80\x99s leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people. With annual revenue of $23 billion, Marsh McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment through four market-leading businesses: , , , and . For more information, visit , follow us on andMarsh 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\xe2\x80\x99s particular restrictions and limitations. If you require a specific accommodation because of a disability or medical need please contact .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 \xe2\x80\x9canchor day\xe2\x80\x9d per week on which their full team will be together in person.

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