Administrative Assistant

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Description:

Mercer is currently seeking candidates for the folllowing position based in our London Office:

Administrative Assistant

Do you have a strong team focus, a knack for managing complex processes, ability to multi-task and prioritise, an eye for detail, and have a passion for making a difference? If you answered yes to these, then we need you!

We are looking for an experienced Administrative Assistant to work with the Investment Research Team’s senior leaders based in the UK and support the wider team. It’s a great opportunity to join a dynamic global business in a collaborative local team environment.

What can you expect?

In this role you will be providing critical operational support to the team to ensure a high quality level of service is provided. This involves everything from diary management and meeting scheduling, travel booking and expense reimbursements through to document formatting and working on ad hoc projects.

We will rely on you to:

• Demonstrate initiative, attention to detail and pro-activity in providing general support and manage the administrative component of a large team
• Provide admin assistance to Senior Partner & Partners, including diary management.
• Work with in-house databases and systems (administrative systems such as i-expense, BCD travel, WebCas, iProcurement etc.)
• Contribute to presentation materials, in a timely manner and as per Mercer standards
• Assist with planning for large events including room bookings, ordering catering and arranging IT support
• Interface with other parts of the business and external parties to answer queries.

What you will be rewarded with?

• This is your chance to be a part of a dynamic and supportive team in a successful organisation while being provided with a range of health, wealth and lifestyle benefits.
• 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 offer and embrace a hybrid working model that nurtures a collaborative working environment in the office 3 days per week allowing 2 days per week to be spent working on a remote basis

What you need to have: 

We are seeking a professional, Administrative Assistant who demonstrates initiative, enthusiasm and pro-activity, along with:

• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Good team player who enjoys working with a positive and highly motivated team of professionals
• Ability to meet deadlines, manage competing deadlines and works well under pressure
• Exceptional organisational skills, including the capacity to anticipate needs of senior stakeholders
• Excellent problem solving and interpersonal skills
• Flexibility, when occasional projects require extra resources or outside of core hours
• Intermediate Microsoft Office essential
• A desire to learn and expand skills and knowledge

What makes you stand out:

• Experience of working within a professional / financial services organisation is desired but not essential

About Mercer:

Mercer believes in building brighter futures by redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being. Mercer’s more than 25,000 employees are based in 44 countries and the firm operates in over 130 countries. Mercer is a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC), the world’s 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 https://www.mercer.com/. Follow Mercer on X @Mercer.

Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment. We aim to attract and retain the best people regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

We are an equal opportunities employer. We are committed to providing reasonable support to any candidate with a disability/health condition to allow them to fully participate in the recruitment process. We welcome candidates to contact us at TAUK@mmc.com to discuss any specific needs.

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