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We are seeking a talented individual to join our Investments team at Mercer. This role will be based in Gurgaon. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the officeLead Specialist – InvestmentsFund AdministrationWe will count on you for:- Review financial statements, expense payments and monitoring. - Oversee overdraft reporting and support client audits and related annual Form 5500 filings. - Provides financial and operational oversight for fund accounting. - Responsibility for completing daily, monthly, and ad hoc processes in support of overall team - Collaborate with internal stakeholders including but not limited to: Client Service and Operations - Supports fund administration related activities including expense payments, financial reporting, dividend calculations, regulatory requirements and tax filings. - Coordinates and supports client audits and related Form 5500 filings. - Uses analytical skills to prevent/identify potential issues. - Reviews and supports financial statements preparation and audits.What you need to have:- Minimum 5-10 years’ experience overall - Commerce graduate or master’s degree in finance - A experience in 401(k) administration in operations - Mutual Fund administration experience; familiarity with transfer agent, custodian, fund accounting, and client services functions. - Knowledge of employee benefit plans and Form 5500 filings - Independent problem-solving skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a team. - Self-starter, possessing willingness to learn. - Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Excel and Word - Exposure to Global Capital Markets and working knowledge of various Asset Classes and Investment Strategies and performance attribution - Problem solving skills and attention to detail - Ability to multitask, manage multiple priorities and work in a rapidly changing and dynamic environment, ensuring standards and deadlines are met and keeping others informed and up to date - Ability to work and perform under strict deadlines and quick turnaround projects - Exceptional interpersonal, organizational, business communication, and time management skillsWhat makes you stand out?- Previous experience with 401(k) record keeping - 401(k) compliance experience related to plan document review and analysis, including pre-approved documents and individually designed documents - Familiarity with Defined Contribution Plans - Strong organizational skills, clear and effective communication, both written and oral; ability to multi-task - Adaptable communicator, facilitator, influencer and problem solver - High attention to detail - Ability to perform under pressure and strict timelinesWhy 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 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 $24 billion and more than 90,000 colleagues, Marsh McLennan helps build the confidence to thrive through the power of perspective. For more information, visit , 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 regardless of their sex/gender, marital or parental status, ethnic origin, nationality, age, background, disability, sexual orientation, caste, gender identity or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.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.