Company:
Mercer
Description:
We are seeking a talented individual to join our Federal Health Practice at Mercer. This role will be based in Washington, DC and offers a hybrid work arrangement, requiring a minimum of three days per week in the office.
As a Federal Health Consultant, you will play a key role in delivering high-impact solutions to federal government clients. This position sits at the intersection of policy, data, and strategy—supporting public-funded health programs that serve millions of individuals.
You will collaborate with a team of subject matter experts – including actuaries, clinicians, policy analysts, and technologists—to develop data-driven insights, support regulatory compliance, and contribute to the design and improvement of healthcare systems. Associates are trusted contributors to project execution, responsible for developing deliverables, conducting complex analyses, and ensuring quality outcomes across engagements.
This is an ideal opportunity for early-career professionals who are intellectually curious, mission-driven, and eager to work on complex challenges in government healthcare. The role offers exposure to high-profile initiatives with real-world impact and a clear path for professional growth within Mercer’s consulting framework.
We will count on you to:
- Apply professional-level analytical and writing skills to process changes to the operation manuals, addressing complex program matters across healthcare disciplines (ex. clinical, finance, data and policy) and identifying resolutions for Government approval
- Assist multidisciplinary project teams by conducting analyses, preparing materials, and helping ensure timely, high-quality deliverables
- Utilize technology-enabled tools to analyze large healthcare datasets and support decision-making
- Draft client-facing materials – reports, proposals, presentations—summarizing findings, recommendations, and implications
- Track project milestones, manage timelines, and communicate updates or issues to the project leader and clients
- Follow established protocols to ensure work meets standards, and support team members with feedback and guidance
- Propose innovative approaches or improvements and help drive decision-making within projects
- Review and analyze reports involving workload data, performance metrics, and other statistical information, developing executive summaries for leadership decision-making
- Mentor and support less experienced team members for growth and experience
- Conduct research on issues and provide clear, concise written or verbal responses for Government approval
- Coordinate and oversee multiple projects and activities, ensuring adherence to project milestones and due dates
What you need to have:
- Bachelor’s degree in a related field
- 3+ years of experience in project management, preferably within healthcare or government sectors
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to manage complex projects and processes
- Familiarity with cross-discipline components of healthcare delivery systems (ex. Clinical, finance, policy and operations)
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with experience in preparing documentation for senior leadership
- Proficiency in project management tools and tracking systems
- Ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and on-site responsibilities
What makes you stand out?
- Master’s degree in a related field
- Experience with data analytics tools, such as SAS
Why join our team:
- We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
- We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have an impact on colleagues, clients, and communities.
- Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being.
Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people. Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman. With annual revenue of $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit mercer.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.
Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex/gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.
Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office. All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week. Office-based teams will identify at least one “anchor day” per week on which their full team will be together in person.
The applicable base salary range for this role is $68,500 to $137,000.
The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements. Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.
We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.