Description: What can you expect:We are seeking to appoint an Investment Consultant within Mercer's Investment business.
The successful candidate will provide investment advice and consulting services to Mercer's institutional clients.
This is a unique opportunity for the right candidate to join a successful team at a time of great change and opportunity.What you will be rewarded with:Our employees enjoy excellent benefits such as:Competitive salary with annual reviewDiscretionary bonusUp to 12% pension contributionFull healthcare coverFlexible working/potential for hybrid workingSports & Social clubs/Wellness ProgrammePaid annual leave and ability to purchase additional leave daysTravel ticket/bike to work/dental are optionalSubsidised canteenWe will rely on you to:We can offer some flexibility around an individual's skill set but would expect reasonable coverage of the following areas:Managing a portfolio of defined contribution pension scheme clients on a day-to-day basis, providing proactive advice and recommendations on a range of investment-related issues and ensuring on-going compliance with regulations.Developing in-depth knowledge of Mercer's best ideas, investment capabilities and solutions in order to provide best advice and communicate effectively to clients.Presenting at client meetings, providing an update on the performance of a client's portfolio and providing advice on all aspects of the client's investment arrangements including investment strategy, manager selection and portfolio construction.Ensuring clients are kept informed of major developments in the industry and advised on developments that may impact their investment arrangements.Overseeing implementation of changes to investment manager arrangements, to investment strategy or to governance arrangements.Liaising with colleagues across business lines to achieve successful investment outcomes for our clients.Maximise revenue opportunities across a portfolio of clients by expanding our solutions and services to them.Assist with training and development of junior colleagues.What you will need to have:Client-centric approach with 5+ years' investment experienceUnderstanding of pensions, investment markets and asset classesExcellent interpersonal and presentation skills coupled with an ability to communicate across all levels and functionsThe ability to build solid working relationships with clients and colleaguesHighly motivated and enthusiastic with proactive attitude and willingness to innovate and adopt new ideas and practicesProject management skills; proven ability to manage simultaneous projects and to meet multiple deadlinesFlexibility of approach and proven ability to work under pressureAbility to work on own initiative and to work effectively as part of a teamAttention-to-detail is criticalWhat makes you stand out:Proven commercial acumenProven track record in building strong client relationshipsQFA qualificationWould suit candidates who are working towards the CFA or actuarial qualificationMERCER