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Benefits Consultant roles qualify for TN visa sponsorship under the USMCA's economist or management consultant categories, depending on your exact duties. Canadian citizens can enter at the port of entry without a cap limit. Mexican nationals require a consular appointment. A relevant bachelor's degree in business, human resources, or a related field is required.
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Mercer
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We are seeking a talented individual to join our MercerRx Pharmacy Practice at Mercer. This role will be based in one of Mercer US Office locations. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.
As a Senior Pharmacy Benefits Consultant, you will serve as a senior resource within Mercer's Actuarial Financial Group (AFG) focusing on reviewing policy and modeling issues related to pharmacy trends. You will lead consulting engagements with large employers regarding the financial evaluation of pharmacy benefit plans and assist in negotiations with benefits carriers and vendors.
We will count on you to:
- Manage pharmacy projects and junior staff in program reviews, financial assessments, implementations, plan design analyses, and financial projections.
- Establish effective relationships with carriers and vendors to enhance client benefits procurement and administration.
- Leverage Mercer's size and reputation to negotiate competitive rates and coverage options from carriers and vendors.
- Develop sophisticated benefits design and renewal strategies while effectively communicating industry financial trends to clients and Mercer H&B consultants.
What you need to have:
- BA/BS degree required; master’s degree highly valued.
- 8+ years of experience in Pharmacy.
- Superior analytical and mathematical skills, along with excellent organizational and project management abilities.
What makes you stand out:
- Experience in Pharmacy Financial Consulting is preferred.
- PharmD.
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 an 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.
The applicable base salary range for this role is $132,500 to $265,000.
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.
Marsh 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.
Marsh 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 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.
Company:
Mercer
Description:
We are seeking a talented individual to join our MercerRx Pharmacy Practice at Mercer. This role will be based in one of Mercer US Office locations. This is a hybrid role that has a requirement of working at least three days a week in the office.
As a Senior Pharmacy Benefits Consultant, you will serve as a senior resource within Mercer's Actuarial Financial Group (AFG) focusing on reviewing policy and modeling issues related to pharmacy trends. You will lead consulting engagements with large employers regarding the financial evaluation of pharmacy benefit plans and assist in negotiations with benefits carriers and vendors.
We will count on you to:
- Manage pharmacy projects and junior staff in program reviews, financial assessments, implementations, plan design analyses, and financial projections.
- Establish effective relationships with carriers and vendors to enhance client benefits procurement and administration.
- Leverage Mercer's size and reputation to negotiate competitive rates and coverage options from carriers and vendors.
- Develop sophisticated benefits design and renewal strategies while effectively communicating industry financial trends to clients and Mercer H&B consultants.
What you need to have:
- BA/BS degree required; master’s degree highly valued.
- 8+ years of experience in Pharmacy.
- Superior analytical and mathematical skills, along with excellent organizational and project management abilities.
What makes you stand out:
- Experience in Pharmacy Financial Consulting is preferred.
- PharmD.
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 an 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.
The applicable base salary range for this role is $132,500 to $265,000.
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.
Marsh 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.
Marsh 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 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.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding TN Visa Sponsorship as a Benefits Consultant
Match your degree to the role category
TN visa classification for Benefits Consultants typically falls under management consultant or economist. Your degree field must align with whichever category your employer selects. A human resources or business degree supports management consultant; economics supports economist.
Request a detailed support letter early
Your employer's TN support letter must describe your duties, explain how they fit the USMCA category, and confirm your degree requirement. Vague letters citing only job title are a common cause of denial at the port of entry.
Target employers with active benefits practices
Large employers with dedicated total rewards or compensation teams are most likely to understand and file TN sponsorship. Focus your search on Fortune 500 HR departments, benefits brokerages, and insurance carriers with U.S. operations.
Ask about TN before the final offer stage
Raise TN visa sponsorship during the second or final interview round, not after a verbal offer. Some mid-size employers assume all work visas require H-1B lottery filings. Clarifying that TN has no cap often resolves initial hesitation quickly.
Use Migrate Mate to find sponsoring employers
Search for Benefits Consultant roles with confirmed TN sponsorship using Migrate Mate. It filters employers by visa filing history so you spend time on genuine opportunities rather than screening companies that have never sponsored a TN worker.
Prepare separate document packages for Canadian and Mexican filing routes
Canadian citizens present TN documents directly to CBP at the border; Mexican nationals file at a U.S. consulate. Each route requires the same core documents but different supporting evidence formats. Prepare both sets if your citizenship or travel plans change.
Benefits Consultant TN Visa: Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Benefits Consultant role qualify for TN visa status?
Yes, Benefits Consultant roles can qualify under either the management consultant or economist USMCA category depending on your specific duties. Roles focused on plan design, vendor analysis, or employee benefit strategy fit management consultant. Roles involving economic modeling of benefit structures may fit economist. Your employer's support letter must clearly map your duties to whichever category applies.
How does TN compare to H-1B for Benefits Consultant positions?
TN has no annual lottery, no cap for Canadian citizens, and can be approved the same day at a port of entry for Canadians. H-1B requires a lottery selection in April with employment starting no earlier than October 1. For Benefits Consultants with a qualifying degree and a willing employer, TN is a significantly faster and more predictable path than H-1B.
What documents does a Benefits Consultant need for TN approval?
You need a detailed employer support letter describing your role and USMCA category, proof of your qualifying degree in a related field such as business, human resources, economics, or finance, and your valid Canadian or Mexican passport. Canadian citizens present these at a U.S. land border or pre-clearance airport. Mexican nationals submit them at a U.S. consulate for a visa stamp.
Where can I find Benefits Consultant jobs that offer TN visa sponsorship?
Migrate Mate is built specifically for Canadian and Mexican professionals seeking U.S. roles with TN sponsorship. Rather than manually researching whether individual employers will sponsor, Migrate Mate filters opportunities by employers with a history of TN and work visa filings, so you can focus your applications on companies that are already prepared to sponsor.
Can a Mexican citizen get TN status as a Benefits Consultant?
Yes, Mexican citizens can obtain TN status as a Benefits Consultant, but the process differs from the Canadian route. Mexican nationals must apply at a U.S. consulate for a TN visa stamp before entering, rather than at the port of entry. The consular appointment and processing time add steps compared to the Canadian border entry process, so allow additional lead time when planning your start date.