Senior H&B Consultant II

What can you expect?

Mercer is seeking a talented individual to join our Health & Benefits team as a Senior Health & Benefits Consultant. In this role, you will lead and manage complex client engagements, delivering strategic consulting advice to employers on the design, financing, governance, and ongoing management of group benefits programs.

You will work closely with clients to develop solutions across medical, dental, life, disability, and broader health and well-being programs, while contributing to business growth and strengthening Mercer’s market presence in Canada.

What is in it for you?

Be part of a global leader in health, wealth, and career consulting

Work with a collaborative team of experienced consultants and specialists

Lead meaningful client engagements with complex and high-profile organizations

Opportunity to contribute to growth, innovation, and thought leadership in the benefits market

A culture of flexibility, inclusion, and professional development

We will count on you to:

Lead day-to-day management of complex Health & Benefits client relationships

Deliver strategic advice on plan design, renewal strategy, funding, governance, and vendor/carrier management

Analyze financial, plan, benchmarking, and market data to develop client recommendations

Negotiate with insurers, carriers, and vendors to secure competitive and effective benefit solutions

Develop and present client deliverables, including renewal analyses, strategic reviews, and executive recommendations

Partner with actuaries, analysts, and subject matter experts to deliver integrated solutions

Monitor project scope, timelines, budgets, and client satisfaction to ensure successful delivery

Identify opportunities to expand relationships and support revenue growth with existing clients

Support new business development, prospect opportunities, and proposal activity

Communicate Mercer’s perspective on market trends, legislative developments, and emerging health and benefits issues

What you need to have:

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Significant experience in Health & Benefits consulting, brokerage, or a related advisory environment

Strong knowledge of employee benefits, including medical, dental, life, disability, and wellness programs

Proven experience managing complex client relationships and delivering consultative solutions

Strong financial, analytical, and problem-solving capabilities

Excellent verbal and written communication and presentation skills

Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively in a team-based environment

What makes you stand out?

10+ years of Health & Benefits consulting experience

Experience advising mid-sized to large employers in Canada

Strong carrier negotiation and vendor management experience

Business development experience, including cross-selling and prospect support

Knowledge of the Canadian benefits landscape, market practices, and regulatory environment

Life and/or health license, or ability to obtain one where required

Bilingual capability (English/French) is an asset, particularly for Quebec-based or national roles

Why join our team?

Mercer is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive, and flexible work environment where colleagues can thrive. We help clients build healthier, more sustainable organizations, and we support our people with meaningful career development and opportunities to make an impact.