Institutional Investment Consulting Associate

Marsh McLennan

Institutional Investment Consulting Associate at Mercer supporting investment advice for institutional clients. Collaborating with experts to build portfolios and analyze performance in a hybrid environment.

Posted 7/8/2026full-timeNew York City • Massachusetts, New York, Pennsylvania • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $67,000 - $134,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in investment analysis, project management, and client communication, with a strong focus on performance calculations and portfolio construction. Proficient in utilizing technology and tools to enhance investment reporting and decision-making processes.

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Investment AnalysisProject ManagementPerformance CalculationsCFA/CAIA/CIMA/CIPM DesignationMicrosoft Excel

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Hard Skills

Investment AnalysisPerformance CalculationsRisk MetricsPortfolio ConstructionAsset Allocation StudiesInvestment Policy StatementsClient ReportingData AnalysisProject ManagementInvestment Structure Reviews

Soft Skills

Self-MotivatedCollaborativeAttention to DetailAdaptabilityDecisiveness

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPoint

Certifications & Qualifications

CFACAIACIMACIPM

Industry Keywords

Investment ManagementClient DeliverablesInvestment PerformanceManager MonitoringMutual Fund SelectionNew Business PresentationsClient MeetingsInvestment Manager SearchesAsset AllocationContinuous Learning

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Examine and monitor developments at investment management firms and communicate relevant updates to clients
Manage projects by ensuring timely, high quality client deliverables, delegating work to analysts, providing guidance, and ensuring peer review
Thrive and be motivated by an environment that embraces AI and technology-enabled tools
Produce accurate and detailed client reports through analysis of client-specific investment data, ongoing investment performance, and manager monitoring
Liaise with investment managers and custodians to gather and clarify client-specific data for reporting or any other client-related matters
Support investment manager searches, investment structure reviews, mutual fund selection, asset allocation studies, new business presentations, and other investment-related activities
Analyze and edit investment policy statements and conduct strategic portfolio structure and asset allocation analysis
Participate in quarterly or ad-hoc client meetings

Requirements

What you’ll need

A bachelor's degree from an accredited institution with coursework in business or investment-related courses
2-5 years of relevant investment experience
Actively pursuing or willing to obtain the CFA, CAIA, CIMA, or CIPM designation
Knowledge of performance calculations, risk metrics, and portfolio construction
Self-motivated and effective in a highly collaborative team environment
Ability to multitask and manage multiple priorities in a rapidly changing, dynamic setting
Strong analytical, project management, and communication skills
High-level attention to detail and an understanding of its impact on the bigger picture
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with industry trends and market conditions
Adaptability and decisiveness
Proficient in Microsoft Excel, Word, and PowerPoint.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health and welfare benefits
Tuition assistance
401K savings and retirement programs
Employee assistance programs