Mercer

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Workforce Strategy Consultant
Washington, DC; New York, NY

Mercer’s Workforce Strategy and Analytics consulting practice is an industry leader in delivering evidence-based consulting to help clients establish clear and measurable links between their human capital and business results.

This is a great opportunity to innovate, grow, and advance as part of an international consulting firm working in interdisciplinary teams. To fulfill this role, the Consultant will:

• Manage data transfers from clients
• Prepare data for analysis
• Perform advanced statistical analysis, including regression modeling
• Participate in the generation of interpretations, conclusions, and high-value insights for clients
• Draft and proof reports/presentations
• Fine-tune or develop more effective analytical tools and related documentation
• Conduct general research into prospective or existing client situations
• Keep up with new research in Labor Economics, Organizational Psychology, and related areas
• Train and develop new analysts
• Travel on a limited basis

Qualifications include:

• Ph.D. in economics or related field (Master’s degree will be considered)
• Exceptional analytical and problem-solving skills
• Skilled in working with large data sets
• Experience conducting complex econometric analyses, including multiple and logistic regression
• Programming experience (preferably in SAS and/or R)
• Relevant work experience is a plus, but not required
• Self-direction and self-motivation (must be fully able to work without supervision)
• Ability and initiative to advance independent tasks as time permits
• Solid interpersonal skills, including the ability to work closely with other team members and interact with clients

Mercer is a global consulting leader in talent, health, retirement, and investments. Mercer helps clients around the world advance the health, wealth, and performance of their most vital asset – their people. Mercer's more than 20,000 employees are based in 42 countries. Mercer is a wholly owned subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies (NYSE: MMC), a global team of professional services companies offering clients advice and solutions in the areas of risk, strategy, and human capital. Mercer is an equal opportunity employer.