Diversity & Inclusion

The challenges faced by Mercer’s 25,000 clients don’t fit neatly into any one category, and neither do our 20,000 colleagues ... we like it that way. At Mercer, we pride ourselves on having a diverse and inclusive culture, where different perspectives - professional and personal - are respected and welcomed.

At Mercer, diversity means:

AccountabilityMercer fosters an inclusive culture that elevates our people to the highest level of performance and engagement by drawing on their different personal characteristics and life experiences. Harnessing the diverse backgrounds, experiences and approaches of our people isn’t just a business necessity- it’s the right thing to do.

OpportunityMercer will ensure an environment where all colleagues have an equal opportunity to contribute to the firm and progress in their careers.

SuccessRaising the diversity, inclusion and cultural competency of our organization is key to our success. Diversity enriches the solutions we bring our clients, helping to achieve a more balanced vision and platform of success.

EngagementMercer offers innovative approaches to working that support our colleagues and strengthen our competitive advantage.

Diversity is one of our values, and our diversity efforts center around our commitment to our colleagues, to our clients and to the communities in which we work.

Our Commitment, Your Opportunities

Commitment to our clientsOur clients expect innovative solutions to their most complex business challenges, and it is through our collective diversity that we are able to offer an unmatched array of products, solutions and advice. Mercer places a premium on diversity of approach, ideas and viewpoints. The diverse background of our 19,000 colleagues in 41 countries provides our clients with the answers they seek.

Commitment to our colleaguesMercer draws on colleagues’ different personal characteristics and life experiences to create an environment in which colleagues can thrive and contribute fully to our shared success.

Flexibility and growth opportunitiesAs an employer of choice, we take pride in providing flexibility and opportunities to our colleagues. We offer colleagues a comfortable work environment and alternative work arrangements so they can grow professionally, enjoy their work, and balance their personal and professional needs.

Ongoing employee learning opportunitiesMercer offers colleagues a variety of diversity resources and learning opportunities, such as workshops and online courses, to promote awareness of diversity issues and increase competence in identifying, understanding and addressing those issues.

Business Resource Groups

Mercer's Business Resource Groups (BRGs) are made up of colleagues with a common identity who receive recognition and support by the company. These groups provide a forum for colleagues to network, share ideas and collaborate on programs important to the business and our clients. BRG activities foster understanding, inclusion, and innovation in the workplace. Members gain professional development and leadership opportunities that also help Mercer achieve its strategic business imperatives.

Our BRGs are open to all colleagues. They are:

Women@Mercer
Women@Mercer champions the growth, development and success of women in order to maximize their contribution to Mercer's global business strategy.

Racial & Ethnic Diversity (R&ED)
R&ED are members working together to create a more diverse and inclusive work environment for colleagues from diverse cultures, and ethnicities and to facilitate the attraction, development, and success of these individuals.

Rising Professionals
Our core goal is to connect, develop, and empower colleagues by creating a nurturing community of like-minded, ambitious, and diverse professionals who connect, collaborate, and interact with one another through programming and networking that fulfills the need for success, personal, and professional growth.

Mercer’s Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender and Allies (LGBTA)
We are dedicated to helping Mercer realize the full value of the firm’s lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender employees while supporting Mercer’s strategic imperatives.

Accessibility and Inclusion at Mercer
We work to enhance a culture of inclusion for people with disabilities or special needs by leveraging each employee’s unique abilities, raising awareness, valuing differences, removing barriers and encouraging a workplace built on dignity, trust and respect.

Mercer Cares
We empower colleagues to make a difference in our communities through community service.

External Partnerships

To implement our commitment to diversity and inclusion we have partnered with the following organizations to support our programs.

Catalyst
Catalyst is the leading nonprofit membership organization with a mission to expand opportunities for women in business. The organization is a pioneer in research, tools, services, and events to raise awareness of how diversity benefits today’s global businesses and provides guidance on how to enact real change.

Professional Women's Network (PWN)
PWN Global is a dynamic fast-growing offline and online networking and leadership development platform for professional women of all sectors and industries.

Diversity Inc.
DiversityInc mission is to bring education and clarity to the business benefits of diversity.

Out & Equal
OUT & Equal Workplace Advocates is the world’s largest nonprofit organization specifically dedicated to creating safe and equitable workplaces for lesbian, gay, bisexual, and transgender people. The organization has grown significantly, with dramatic increases in attendance for the annual Workplace Summit, the expansion of regional affiliates across the United States, and many global initiatives.