We are seeking a talented individual to join our Government team at Mercer. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.

The Senior Government Consultant - Pharmacist will participate in and help lead projects with GHSC’s clients. Our clients are primarily agencies responsible for State Medicaid and CHIP fee-for-service and managed care programs. The person in this role is part of a multi-disciplinary GHSC team working to assure that financial, policy and clinical considerations are addressed for our clients. Some of the responsibilities of this role include providing our clients with Medicaid and CHIP managed care and fee-for-service pharmacy benefit policy and operational expertise, project management, team management, client management, analytical oversight and business development. 

We will count on you to:

Participate as a team member and help lead projects as states develop, implement and improve their Medicaid and CHIP programs, including managed care and FFS reimbursement rate support (e.g. AAC, MAC, COD surveys, trend analysis).Be viewed by the client as an expert on Medicaid pharmacy program design in areas that may include policy, federal authorities, program operations, financial and budgeting aspects of Medicaid and CHIP programs.Help to clearly define the scope, timelines, staffing and deliverables for the project and help monitor to ensure the project team is within budget, on time and providing high-quality deliverables consistent with the scope. Consider the implication of policy, legal, political or other changes on the operation of a state’s Medicaid pharmacy program. Present results and analysis to clients and key stakeholders; during presentations, answer detailed and challenging questions regarding the data and analytical methodology.  Work on multiple projects with multiple clients simultaneously. Assist in responding to RFPs, including contributing to the technical proposal.Participate in sales pursuits with new and current clients. 

What you need to have:

RPh or Pharm D is requiredActive pharmacy license in at least one state is requiredState-level Medicaid pharmacy management experience is required, including experience with regulations, waivers, state plan amendments and/or state operations Minimum of 7 years of relevant experience is required Expertise with analyzing large data sets and working comfortably with Excel is requiredExperience identifying, designing, recommending and implementing efficient, innovative business solutions to client’s complex pharmacy-related challengesStrong critical thinking and analytical problem-solving skillsExcellent interpersonal skillsAbility to manage, motivate, and mentor more junior level staff Ability to motivate and encourage team members, foster collaboration and manage team dynamicsAbility to develop innovative strategies to address project challenges and manage client expectations

What makes you stand out?

Consulting experience Master’s degree in health policy, public policy, public health, business administration or related fieldPharmacy benefit management (PBM) experience 340B drug pricing experienceSubject matter expertise in value-based purchasing, alternative payment methodology, Medicaid managed care rate development, and/or Medicaid PBM procurement including CMS certification  

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 $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 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 reasonableaccommodations@mmc.com.



The applicable base salary range for this role is $101,500 to $203,000.

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.

Applications will be accepted until: February 21, 2025