Mercer
Mercer is a global consulting firm that specializes in talent, health, retirement, and investment solutions. Founded in 1945 in Vancouver, Canada, it has grown to operate in over 130 countries with more than 20,000 employees. Mercer became a subsidiary of Marsh McLennan in 1959 and is now headquartered in New York City. The firm offers a range of services, including health and benefits consulting, retirement and wealth solutions, and talent and career consulting. Mercer helps organizations with employee health benefits, retirement plan design, and HR effectiveness. It also provides digital financial wellness tools, such as Mercer Money, which helps employees manage their finances. Mercer serves a diverse clientele, including corporations, pension plan sponsors, and foundations, emphasizing data-driven insights combined with a human touch. The company is committed to sustainability and aims to reduce portfolio emissions by 50% by 2030, focusing on building healthier futures for clients and communities.
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Headcount trend
Mercer went from 12,714 employees in Jul 2023 to 12,563 in Jun 2025. Jan to Jun 2025: 583 people joined, 410 left.
Headcount data through Jun 2025
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H-1B sponsorship
The department split adds up all the years listed above. FY2026 alone: 14 filings.
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Mercer FAQ
How many employees does Mercer have?
Mercer has about 12,563 employees, up 0.7% over the 3 months to Jun 2025.
Does Mercer sponsor H1B visas?
Yes. Mercer filed 14 H1B (LCA) applications in FY2026, according to the latest U.S. Department of Labor disclosures. Most of them were for Engineering roles.
What is Mercer's revenue per employee?
Mercer makes about $159K in revenue per employee, based on $2B annual revenue and 12,563 employees.
How much does Mercer pay?
6figr has 115 salary profiles for Mercer in India and 64 in the US, with pay broken down by role, level and gender on the Mercer salaries page. See Mercer salaries in India
Is Mercer a public company?
Yes. Mercer is publicly traded under the ticker MERC on NASDAQ.
Data from Company Prospectus, DOL LCA disclosures, WARN notices and 6figr salary profiles.