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Mercer
3.6
based on 1.4k Reviews

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Company Summary
Mercer redefine the world of work, reshape retirement and investment outcomes, and unlock real health and well-being.
Overall Rating
3.6/5
based on 1.4k reviews

On-Par with
industry average

Highly rated for 
Job security

Critically rated for
Promotions, Work satisfaction, Skill development
Work Policy

Hybrid
93% employees reported

Monday to Friday
95% employees reported

Flexible timing
61% employees reported

No travel
83% employees reported
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Top Employees Benefits
Office cab/shuttle
191 employees reported
Free meal
177 employees reported
Cafeteria
156 employees reported
Health insurance
147 employees reported
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About Mercer
Founded in1945 (80 yrs old)
India Employee Count1k-5k
Global Employee Count10k-50k
HeadquartersNew York, New York, United States (USA)
Websitemercer.com
Primary Industry
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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
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Mercer Ratings
based on 1.4k reviews
Overall Rating
3.6/5
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Category Ratings
3.8
Job security
3.6
Work-life balance
3.4
Company culture
3.3
Salary
3.2
Skill development
3.2
Work satisfaction
3.0
Promotions
Mercer is rated 3.6 out of 5 stars on AmbitionBox, based on 1.4k company reviews.This rating reflects an average employee experience, indicating moderate satisfaction with the company’s work culture, benefits, and career growth opportunities. AmbitionBox gathers authentic employee reviews and ratings, making it a trusted platform for job seekers and employees in India.
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Gender Based Ratings at Mercer
based on 1.4k reviews
3.4
Rated by 486 Women
Rated 3.6 for Job security and 3.3 for Work-life balance
3.7
Rated by 906 Men
Rated 3.9 for Job security and 3.7 for Work-life balance
Work Policy at Mercer
based on 147 reviews in last 6 months

Hybrid
93%

Work from office
6%

Permanent work from home
1%
Mercer Reviews
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Overall Rating | 3.6/5 based on 1.4k reviews | 3.7/5 based on 20.3k reviews ![]() | 3.3/5 based on 10.8k reviews | 3.4/5 based on 12.4k reviews |
Highly Rated for | Job security | Skill development Job security | ![]() No highly rated category | ![]() No highly rated category |
Critically Rated for | Promotions Skill development Work satisfaction | Work-life balance Promotions | Promotions Work-life balance Work satisfaction | Work-life balance Promotions Work satisfaction |
Primary Work Policy | Hybrid 93% employees reported | Hybrid 83% employees reported | Hybrid 75% employees reported | Hybrid 75% employees reported |
Rating by Women Employees | 3.4 Average rated by 486 women | 3.7 Good rated by 6.1k women | 3.3 Average rated by 3.2k women | 3.3 Average rated by 3.9k women |
Rating by Men Employees | 3.7 Good rated by 906 men | 3.8 Good rated by 12.4k men | 3.3 Average rated by 7.2k men | 3.4 Average rated by 8k men |
Job security | 3.8 Good | 3.8 Good | 3.4 Average | 3.6 Good |
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Mercer Salaries
Mercer salaries have received with an average score of 3.3 out of 5 by 1.4k employees.
Senior Analyst
(1.1k salaries)

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₹2.5 L/yr - ₹7 L/yr
Process Developer
(667 salaries)

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₹4 L/yr - ₹8.3 L/yr
Process Champion
(435 salaries)

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₹4.3 L/yr - ₹10 L/yr
Senior Specialist
(269 salaries)

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₹5.3 L/yr - ₹12.5 L/yr
Team Manager
(155 salaries)

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₹10.1 L/yr - ₹17 L/yr
Senior Software Engineer
(148 salaries)

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₹8 L/yr - ₹13.4 L/yr
Senior Implementation Analyst
(105 salaries)

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₹3.7 L/yr - ₹9 L/yr
Lead Analyst
(101 salaries)

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₹5 L/yr - ₹11.2 L/yr
Lead Specialist
(101 salaries)

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₹9.3 L/yr - ₹15.5 L/yr
Senior Actuarial Analyst
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₹4.1 L/yr - ₹9.4 L/yr
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Mercer News
7 stories on how employers are responding to rising benefits costs
- Rising healthcare prices are impacting organizations and employees in 2025, leading employers to plan cost-shifting strategies.
- A July Mercer report reveals over half of large employers intend to raise deductibles or out-of-pocket maximums to shift costs to employees.
- Employers anticipate a nearly 6% spike in health benefits costs this year, as stated by a Mercer health and benefits leader.
- Employers face challenges in providing personalized benefits due to cost barriers, with medical inflation being a key driver of higher costs.
Hrdive | 31 Jul, 2025

Mercer: Half of large employers plan to shift health plan costs onto employees
- More employers are planning to shift health plan costs onto employees to control spending, with 51% of large employers considering making plan changes that would increase costs for employees.
- Employers are expected to see nearly 6% growth in health benefit costs this year, prompting the need for short-term cost containment actions.
- To manage costs, some employers are looking into long-term strategies like offering narrow network plans and non-traditional medical plan options.
- Employers are also focusing on mental health and well-being, with over 75% planning to offer digital stress management resources and about 51% providing in-person or live online resources for stress management.
Hrdive | 23 Jul, 2025

Prepare for climate-driven health costs now—before they hit the bottom line
- Hurricane season, extreme heat, and wildfire smoke are increasing healthcare claims for employers.
- A Climate Health Cost Forecaster tool by Mercer helps predict climate-related health risks.
- Employers can analyze how weather conditions may impact healthcare costs and plan interventions.
- Proactive investments can reduce claims, improve retention, and show commitment to employee wellbeing.
Hrexecutive | 8 Jul, 2025
This week in 5 numbers: A third of workplace injuries happen to first-year employees
- A greater share of American adults believe trade school is a better option for graduating seniors compared to a traditional degree.
- Citi will allow its hybrid employees to work remotely for 2 weeks in August.
- A California federal judge barred the Trump administration from enforcing 3 provisions in anti-DEI and 'gender ideology' executive orders against nonprofits serving LGBTQ+ individuals.
- 33% of U.S. adults view vocational or trade schools as the 'ideal post high school path' for today's graduates, based on a report from the American Staffing Association.
- 36% of workplace injuries from 2020 to 2024 were sustained by first-year workers, up from 34% in the period between 2015 and 2019 according to a Travelers report.
- 44% of CFOs and senior finance executives have shifted more assets into fixed-income investments to enhance the stability of their pension-funded status, as per a Mercer report.
Hrdive | 13 Jun, 2025

2025 raises fell short of employers’ recent projections, Mercer finds
- Employers gave an average merit increase of 3.2% and total bump of 3.5% in 2025, falling short of the expected 3.3% merit increases and 3.7% total raises.
- Mercer noted this decline in compensation budgets suggests a return to pre-pandemic norms due to a softening labor market.
- Companies expected to promote about 10% of their workforce and award an average raise of 8.5% with promotions, highlighting a shift in compensation strategies.
- There is a growing concern over fair pay, as expectations for compensation are not being met, with recent graduates expressing dissatisfaction with their pay levels.
Hrdive | 6 May, 2025

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Mercer FAQs
When was Mercer founded?
Mercer was founded in 1945. The company has been operating for 80 years primarily in the Management Consulting sector.
Where is the Mercer headquarters located?
Mercer is headquartered in New York, New York. It operates in 5 cities such as Gurgaon / Gurugram, Noida, Pune, Mumbai. To explore all the office locations, visit Mercer locations.
How many employees does Mercer have in India?
Mercer currently has more than 3,800+ employees in India. Customer Success, Service & Operations department appears to have the highest employee count in Mercer based on the number of reviews submitted on AmbitionBox.
Does Mercer have good work-life balance?
Mercer has a Work-Life Balance Rating of 3.6 out of 5 based on 1,400+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox. 68% employees rated Mercer 4 or above, while 32% employees rated it 3 or below on work-life balance. This indicates that the majority of employees feel a generally balanced work-life experience, with some opportunities for improvement based on the feedback. We encourage you to read Mercer work-life balance reviews for more details.
Is Mercer good for career growth?
Career growth at Mercer is rated as moderate, with a promotions and appraisal rating of 3.0. 32% employees rated Mercer 3 or below, while 68% employees rated it 4 or above on promotions / appraisal. This rating suggests that while some employees view growth opportunities favorably, there is scope for improvement based on employee feedback. We recommend reading Mercer promotions / appraisals reviews for more detailed insights.
What are the pros and cons of working in Mercer?
Working at Mercer comes with several advantages and disadvantages. It is highly rated for job security. However, it is poorly rated for promotions / appraisal, work satisfaction and skill development, based on 1,400+ employee reviews on AmbitionBox.
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