Pros
- Many opportunities to learn new skills and acquire new knowledge - Flexible work schedule - Work with many smart, driven people who are truly committed to helping clients succeed - Ability to work on a variety of projects and clients - You drive your own career development and can get support from your supervisor (at lower levels)
Cons
- Top management very disconnected from the "front line" who does the work - Confusing, convoluted corporate structure - No reward or recognition program. Don't expect anything more than a "good work" and a pat on the back - Unclear how pay is determined - The stated respect for work-life balance can be difficult to achieve in real-life unless you draw hard boundaries with team mates and/or risk looking like a "slacker" - Like many large companies, your experience at Mercer is based on who you work for and what office you are in - There is a clique system and good old boys network in play at some offices. If you aren't "in" then expect to have to go to another firm to advance in your career