About the role

Human Capital Analysts will undertake research and analysis into various issues such as compensation (salaries, incentives, pensions, benefits), business performance (sales, profits, returns, market value) and wider workforce issues (role descriptions, competencies, job evaluation and HR systems/processes).  Your work will be supervised and as you progress over the first couple of years and build the basic technical and consulting skills you can expect to have direct client contact.  The role is the starting point for an 8-10 year career track through analyst and project management positions to Human Capital Principal. 

Key duties will include:

• Obtaining meaningful, complete and accurate information from direct contact with internal and external resources 
• Completing all numerical calculations in an accurate and timely manner
• Being familiar with business/economic issues faced by our clients and understand basic accounting concepts 
• Summarising relevant findings and client implications into a clearly articulated and well presented document 
• Writing draft reports and presentations which adhere to Mercer’s house style
• Assisting with the implementation of systems and processes 
• Building and managing effective working relationships both internally and externally

Key skills and qualifications:

• A minimum of 300 UCAS points, including a numerical A level at grade B or above with a minimum 2:1 honours degree expected or obtained in a numerical or semi- numerical degree (equivalent qualifications are accepted).
• A sound numerical background is essential 
• Ability to succeed in a team environment with rapidly changing priorities and demands 
• Ability to work to tight deadlines whilst still producing accurate work 
• Ability to work in a proactive and independent manner and drive own personal development and career progression 
• Excellent time management, written and verbal communication skills 
• An interest in reward, compensation and business is essential