Marsh McLennan · 3 hours ago
Private Equity Senior Relationship Manager
New York - 1166
Full-time
Hybrid
Senior Level
$133K/yr - $266K/yr
5+ years expMercer’s M&A Advisory Services team is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Private Equity Senior Relationship Manager. This role involves building strong relationships with private equity firms and leading human capital services throughout the transaction lifecycle to drive revenue growth and ensure client satisfaction.
Financial ServicesProfessional ServicesService Industry
Responsibilities
Serve as the key intersection point between Mercer and Marsh, building strong rapport and relationships with Marsh PEMA team members, and acting as the go-to Mercer human capital advisory lead for private equity clients and their portfolio companies
Build and deepen long-term relationships with private equity firms, portfolio company executives, and key stakeholders to understand their investment philosophy and operational priorities
Lead all areas of human capital by delivering Mercer’s services to private equity clients and their portfolio companies throughout the transaction lifecycle
Drive revenue growth by identifying and capturing value-added opportunities throughout M&A engagements, including post-investment and exit preparation, ensuring high client satisfaction and long-term partnership sustainability
Collaborate with Mercer Transaction Advisory leaders and other Mercer practice consultants to provide guidance and leadership in delivering client solutions, while proactively supporting business development alongside Marsh client managers
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree
Minimum 5 years of Private Equity M&A HR, human capital, and employee benefits experience with deep knowledge of deal cycles, deal structures, value drivers, and the M&A landscape
Advanced understanding of private equity and portfolio company dynamics
Proficient knowledge of business models, finance, and industry terminology
Proven client acquisition and relationship management skills managing complex, multi-level stakeholder relationships
Experience supporting HR-related business transformation initiatives
Solid foundation in all areas of human capital (e.g., total rewards, HR systems)
Established project management and time management capabilities
Strong written and verbal communication skills
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and familiarity with AI tools
Preferred
Ability to strategically align clients' business needs with human capital levers by integrating deep knowledge of M&A, private equity, and Mercer's diverse business lines to architect comprehensive, value-driven solutions
Enthusiastic relationship builder with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills, adept at listening, engaging, managing clients, and closing opportunities effectively
Collaborative team player who proactively fosters internal partnerships and navigates effectively across diverse business units
Demonstrated initiative, professional drive, and emotional intelligence to navigate diverse stakeholder dynamics
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment with the demands of private equity M&A
Strong analytical, critical thinking, and collaborative skills
Demonstrated understanding of organizational goals and metrics, aligning individual tasks to support broader business objectives
Benefits
Health and welfare benefits
Tuition assistance
401K savings and other retirement programs
Employee assistance programs
Company
Marsh McLennan
Marsh McLennan (NYSE: MMC) is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses: Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman.
10001+ employees
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
$11.2B2024-10-30Post Ipo Debt· $7.25B
2024-02-14Post Ipo Debt· $1B
2023-09-06Post Ipo Debt· $1.6B
Leadership Team
Joe Hayes
Senior Vice President, COO Private Client Services
Katherine Brennan
SVP & General Counsel
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