Associate Consultant

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Associate Consultant

Mercer London (Hybrid)




The company: Mercer


Darwin are part of Mercer Marsh Benefits (MMB), a 7,000 person strong community of specialists in health, benefits and employee wellbeing. This affords us a massive opportunity to impact the lives of tens of millions of people around the world. Darwin, is changing benefits for good in eight out of the top ten technology companies in the world and has a wealth of clients across a diverse range of sectors. In fact, more than 2 million people are already using our platform.

Darwin is a market-leading and specialised global platform that requires specific training and accreditation for consultants to be proficient in delivering programs and projects. Darwin is changing Benefits for Good. Our unique and innovative SaaS platform has transformed the employee benefits industry. We are fast paced, ambitious, people-focused and on a journey to innovate and develop products that truly impact peoples lives and the market in which we operate.


The role:


The Darwin Solutions Delivery team are responsible for implementing Darwin to our clients, as well as managing any changes to the clients requirements whilst using the platform and its services. The SD team plays a critical role in helping our clients realise value from their investment in our technology.

An Associate Consultant will support project workshops with experienced consultants to understand the clients business and benefit structures and how Darwin best works to meet their needs

This role offers flexible working with the need to be in the London office once or twice per week.


What can you expect?

Implementing Darwins solutions is very specific to our organisation and platform. All level of consultants are required to go through a structured on boarding and training induction, which includes a mentoring system with experienced team members, and is initially spread over a six-month period.
Learn all about Darwin, and how to apply it to meet our clients needs.
Learn about our implementation methodology, and how to use it when working with our clients.


What you will be rewarded with?

An opportunity to work in a fast growing, innovative company with excellent career opportunities that is part of a global leader in employee health and wellbeing;
Fast-paced, agile work environment and the opportunity to work with our impressive clients;
A fail-friendly environment that encourages learning and initiative;
We champion flexible working, and our mission is to help you find YOUR work-life balance through a number of flexible work options;
Competitive Benefits Package including: 25 days annual leave, up to 4 days of flexible bank holidays, excellent pension contributions, private medical cover, life assurance, income protection, employee assistance program, plus a range of flexible benefits including the option to buy or sell up to 5 days holiday per year, cycle to work, dental insurance, health assessments plus many more.


We will rely on you to:

Support project workshops with experienced consultants to understand the clients business and benefit structures and how Darwin best works to meet their needs
Be responsible for the scoping, designing and documenting requirements in accordance with DDM
Work with the Configuration and QA teams on implementing the agreed design and supporting the testing of the configured solution to defined specifications/requirements and helping clients in UAT
To learn how to follow a project plan and deliver assigned tasks and actions in accordance with the timelines
To capture and track process wins throughout the lifecycle of the project with the client
To acquire stakeholder and relationship management skills that will enable you to mediate and provide solutions on how best to meet the clients needs within the framework of Darwins capabilities
To ascertain how to convey complex ideas in a simple to understand manner to all stakeholders
Work with your Squad Leads on managing workload prioritisation and keeping relevant stakeholders up to date
Work with Project Managers in updating their plans, risk & issues logs in line with Darwin Delivery Methodology (DDM)
Help to improve processes and drive efficiency across both the department and Darwin Services


What you need to have:

Be curious and interested in analyzing information and providing solutions
Be passionate about technology and how it can influence the lives of both our clients and their employees
Be interested in developing strong verbal and written communication as this is vital to our clients
Have a strong can-do attitude and be very goal-focused
To be confident working as part of a team while equally being comfortable working on your own deliverables individually


What makes you stand out:

Have a passion for technology, and the impact that it can deliver
Ideally have 1-2 years experience in project management/implementation consulting


About us


Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercers more than 25,000 employees are based in 44 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries. Mercer is a business of **MEMBERS ONLY**SIGN UP NOW***. (NYSE: MMC), the worlds leading professional services firm in the areas of risk, strategy and people, with 76,000 colleagues and annual revenue of $17 billion. Through its market-leading businesses including Marsh, Guy Carpenter and Oliver Wyman, Marsh & McLennan helps clients navigate an increasingly dynamic and complex environment. For more information, visit (link removed) Follow Mercer on Twitter @Mercer.
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