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Mercer Marsh Benefits (MMB) Consulting Delivery Academy (Apprentice) Programme – September (Birmingham, Bristol, Chichester)
Mercer is part of the Marsh McLennan family and at Mercer, we believe in building brighter futures. Together, we’re redefining the world of work, reshaping retirement, and investment outcomes, and unlocking real health and well-being.
Mercer Marsh Benefits (MMB) is the largest benefits consultancy in the UK and we work with clients to design the best benefits package for their employees. MMB offer our clients a wide range of employee benefits consulting, brokerage and digital solutions, all of which are designed to improve the benefits experience for our client’s most valuable asset – their people.
The nature of the employee benefits industry is changing, and at MMB we are excited to be leading this change. MMB is looking for apprentices to join our Consulting Delivery Academy, providing a clear path to a career in consulting or management. If you want to tackle new challenges, develop a breadth of skills, be a part of a growing business and have fun at the same time, read on!
For more information about MMB, visit .
What can you expect?
1. 18 month programme to start in October
2. Based in Birmingham, Bristol, Chichester
3. Enrolment in a government approved Level 3 apprenticeship where you will be working towards the Certificate of Insurance (CII) qualification
4. The apprenticeship programme offers a combination of on-the-job learning, skills development, and a formal professional qualification. It focuses on consulting and analytical skills through real projects with real clients
5. You will spend 20% of your work time on your apprenticeship qualification whilst receiving professional exam support, as well as support from a buddy and your People Manager
6. Making an impact – we work with major organisations and our work impacts millions of people every day (it’s true, we’ve done the maths!)
What you will be rewarded with?
7. Competitive salary
8. Exposure to working with some of the best people in the industry
9. 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.
10. Competitive Benefits Package including: 25 days annual leave, volunteering opportunities, 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.
11. We provide access to Employee Resource Groups that create supportive communities around various topics, including race & ethnicity, disabilities, and gender. These groups hold events to raise awareness and mark significant events in the calendar
We will rely on you to:
12. Provide administrative support to consulting teams and clients in accordance with MMB's internal processes
13. Prepare documentation and analyse data in response to client requests
14. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to deliver outstanding service to clients
15. Continuously develop and maintain technical knowledge to meet job requirements
What you need to have:
16. 96 UCAS points at A-Level or equivalent (B-TEC, T-LEVEL etc)
17. A 4 or above in GCSE Maths and English
18. Right to Work in the UK (we are unable to provide Visa sponsorship for this role)
What makes you stand out
19. The drive to deliver excellent customer service and ability to work in teams
20. Intellectual curiosity: seeking opportunities to develop new skills
21. Proficiency in Microsoft Office, data analysis, project management and presentation design
22. Excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills. “Soft” skills are sometimes the hardest skills of all, and we value these highly
23. Ability to work under tight deadlines and adapt to changing client need
24. Strong organisational skills and a keen attention to detail
Our Application Process:
25. Apply by submitting your CV and completing a short questionnaire
26. A pre-screen phone call with one of our recruiters
27. If successful, you will be invited to the final stage; an in-person or virtual Assessment Centre between March and April
28. We are committed to providing reasonable adjustments during our recruitment process. If you need assistance during the process, please reach out to us.
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