Principal, Executive Rewards Consultant

Mercer is a global leader in workforce strategy, analytics, and consulting, helping organizations of all sizes make fact-based decisions. This hybrid role requires a minimum of three days per week in our Mercer offices or with clients.

About the role

As a Principal Executive Rewards Consultant, you will manage large-scale projects, coach team members, and solve complex compensation challenges. You’ll partner with senior executives, Board members, and HR leaders to develop and deliver executive compensation strategies that attract, retain, and motivate top leadership talent while supporting business development.

Responsibilities

• Structure, direct, review, and interpret analyses performed by project teams
• Develop executive compensation strategies, philosophies, and incentive programs that address clients’ attraction and retention needs
• Provide consulting services to senior management and Compensation Committees on compensation issues including pay competitiveness, performance measurement, short- and long-term incentive plan design, governance, and regulatory implications
• Thrive in an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools
• Manage day-to-day client interactions, building and maintaining strong relationships with senior stakeholders
• Provide guidance and oversight to junior team members, supporting their development and ensuring quality deliverables
• Generate revenue by developing new client relationships, extending existing engagements, and identifying cross-selling opportunities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Human Resources, Finance, or a related field
• 8+ years of experience in executive compensation consulting or related HR advisory roles, with demonstrated subject matter expertise
• Proven ability to manage multiple, large-scale projects and complex client engagements (e.g., public companies, private companies, family-owned companies, pre-IPO companies, PE-backed companies)
• Deep expertise in executive compensation practices and trends, as well as approaches to cash- and equity-based incentives
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence senior stakeholders, such as senior executives and Boards of Directors
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint
• Intellectual curiosity and a proactive approach to learning and problem-solving

Qualifications

• Experience scoping and leading delivery of client engagements for complex executive compensation challenges
• Demonstrated success in leading or supporting business development activities
• Advanced analytical skills and familiarity with equity administration tools
• Demonstrated leadership in developing innovative solutions and thought leadership content

Benefits

• Professional development opportunities and supportive leadership to help you grow
• A vibrant, inclusive culture where you can collaborate with talented colleagues
• A broad range of career opportunities and comprehensive benefits to support your well-being
• A flexible hybrid work model balancing remote work with in-office collaboration