Job Description
Company: Mercer Description: What can you expect: This is an exciting opportunity for a senior candidate to join one of Mercers largest and most rapidly-growing business areas investment solutions. Mercer's Investment Solutions (IS) business provides sophisticated implementation and investment services to clients. The business has grown rapidly over recent years with $400bn of client assets now under management globally, c.$180bn of which is invested on behalf of International investors. Our Investor base is institutional and typically clients are DB/DC Pension Schemes but the business is expanding into new segments including Insurance & Wealth Management. Services are provided across a range of areas through traditional and alternative asset classes reflecting Mercers best investment ideas. Mercers Portfolio Management Team in turn selects third party managers, from Mercers list of A rated managers in each asset class thus combining Mercer's in-house portfolio management expertise with the depth and breadth of Mercer Investments global investment manager research. Mercers fund range was launched in Europe in September 2006 and currently consists of c.130 Irish domiciled funds across 5 legal structures. In addition to the ability to provide bespoke solutions to large sophisticated clients these funds provide building blocks to support Mercers wider range of investment and risk management solutions targeting the institutional marketplace. Mercer IS business has seen significant growth over the last few years and believes that demand for its investment solutions will continue to grow over the coming years. As the growth of Mercers Investment Solutions business continues to accelerate, an exciting opportunity has emerged to join the International Investment Solutions Client Team as a Private Markets Specialist. The successful candidate will be responsible for managing the processes and procedures put in place to ensure the effective and efficient delivery of services to clients across the international region. What you will be rewarded with: Our employees enjoy excellent benefits such as: Competitive salary with annual review Bonus Up to 12% pension contribution Full family healthcare cover Study Support Share Scheme opportunity Flexitime or flexistart Flexible working/potential to work from home Sports & Social clubs/Wellness Programme Paid annual leave and ability to purchase additional leave days Travel ticket/bike to work/dental are optional Subsidised canteen We will rely on you to: Serve as the primary contact for investor queries and participate in regular updates during investor meetings. Lead the client communication agenda (e.g. working with the sales and business development teams to help ensure clients receive Mercer content related to whitepapers, invites to Mercers Global Investment Forums, Investor Days etc) and promote investor engagement for our private market solutions. Proactively identify opportunities to enhance the client experience for our investors by developing content for investor communications, including newsletters, reports, and presentations, ensuring clarity and relevance. Collaborate with senior management to develop long-term investor relations strategies that align with the firms overall goals. Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure timely and accurate delivery of materials to investors. Be involved in the development of new products and solutions and work with the administrators to ensure effective operational infrastructure in place. Ensure fundraising information is accurate. Lead on the investor retention program. What you need to have: A Bachelor's degree in a relevant field is required. Knowledge and experience working within investments and private markets experience. The candidate should have the ability to project manage multiple projects, set priorities in a fast-paced environment, and ensure timely completion. Excellent verbal and written communication skills, as well as proficiency in Words, Excel and PowerPoint, are essential. Strong engagement and influencing skills to collaborate with colleagues at all levels What makes you stand out: Relevant professional qualification preferably (CFA/CAIA) A demonstrable commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion (DE&I) and Sustainability is required. About Mercer: 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. With over 25,000 employees worldwide and annual revenue exceeding $12 billion, Marsh & McLennan Companies is also the parent company of Marsh, a global leader in insurance broking and risk management; Guy Carpenter, a global leader in providing risk and reinsurance intermediary services; and Oliver Wyman, a global leader in management consulting. For more information, visit We embrace a culture that celebrates and promotes the many backgrounds, heritages and perspectives of our colleagues and clients regardless of their gender expression or identity, marital or civil partnership status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation or beliefs. We are proud of our inclusive culture where everyone feels empowered to bring their whole selves to work and thrive. #MercerIS Skills: Asset Management Investment Management Client Management Benefits: Bonus Canteen Educational assistance Flexi Start