Global Head of Real Assets

Description :

We are seeking a talented individual to join our Global Investments team at Mercer. This role will be based in multiple offices in the US, Canada and western Europe.

This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office. The Global Head of Real Assets will provide leadership of our Infrastructure, Real Estate and other Real Assets investment strategies, manager relationships and investment professionals and will play a leading role in supporting the continued growth of our private markets business across the investment continuum of research, advice and solutions.

We will count on you to :

• Lead and manage a large team of global investment professionals, focusing on coaching and empowering them to deliver value-added research, investment performance, and risk management for advisory and discretionary client portfolios.
• Collaborate with institutional clients to develop and implement customized advice and solutions, including Extension of Staff advisory services in all areas of Real Assets.
• Drive thought leadership by contributing to the development of Mercer’s intellectual capital on investment themes, particularly the role of Real Assets in asset allocation and risk management.
• Oversee the creation of innovative Real Assets products and solutions, articulating Mercer’s value proposition to drive successful client outcomes and growth.
• Ensure effective portfolio implementation and risk management, advancing new investment opportunities while maintaining oversight of Real Assets Investment and Ratings Review Committees.

What you need to have :

• Proven experience in leading investment teams, particularly in Real Assets, with a strong track record in coaching and talent development.
• Extensive knowledge of private markets, including Infrastructure and Real Estate investment strategies.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking skills, with the ability to articulate complex investment themes and solutions to diverse stakeholders.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of representing Mercer in industry forums and client engagements.

What makes you stand out :

• Experience in developing and implementing innovative investment products and solutions tailored to institutional clients.
• A robust network within the investment community, particularly among institutional investors and industry leaders.
• Demonstrated ability to drive growth initiatives and align with AUM, AUA, and revenue targets in a competitive market.
• A passion for thought leadership and a commitment to advancing the role of Real Assets in investment portfolios.

Why join our team :

• We help you be your best through professional development opportunities, interesting work and supportive leaders.
• We foster a vibrant and inclusive culture where you can work with talented colleagues to create new solutions and have impact for colleagues, clients and communities.
• Our scale enables us to provide a range of career opportunities, as well as benefits and rewards to enhance your well-being

Mercer, a business of Marsh McLennan (NYSE : MMC), is a global leader in helping clients realize their investment objectives, shape the future of work and enhance health and retirement outcomes for their people.

Marsh McLennan is a global leader in risk, strategy and people, advising clients in 130 countries across four businesses : Marsh, Guy Carpenter, Mercer and Oliver Wyman.

With annual revenue of $23 billion and more than 85,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective.

For more information, visit mercer.com, or follow on LinkedIn and X.Marsh McLennan is committed to embracing a diverse, inclusive and flexible work environment.

We aim to attract and retain the best people and embrace diversity of age background, disability, ethnic origin, family duties, gender orientation or expression, marital status, nationality, parental status, personal or social status, political affiliation, race, religion and beliefs, sex / gender, sexual orientation or expression, skin color, veteran status (including protected veterans), or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.

If you have a need that requires accommodation, please let us know by contacting Marsh McLennan is committed to hybrid work, which includes the flexibility of working remotely and the collaboration, connections and professional development benefits of working together in the office.

All Marsh McLennan colleagues are expected to be in their local office or working onsite with clients at least three days per week.

Office-based teams will identify at least one anchor day per week on which their full team will be together in person.The applicable base salary range for this role is $224,000 to $336,000.

The base pay offered will be determined on factors such as experience, skills, training, location, certifications, education, and any applicable minimum wage requirements.

Decisions will be determined on a case-by-case basis. In addition to the base salary, this position may be eligible for performance-based incentives.

We are excited to offer a competitive total rewards package which includes health and welfare benefits, tuition assistance, 401K savings and other retirement programs as well as employee assistance programs.