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Which jobs are showing the highest pay increases?

March 26, 2026

Wondering which jobs are commanding the highest pay increases in this complex labor market? Beyond base pay, employers are using additional tools to reward and entice employees. Take a first look at the US 2022 Mercer Benchmark Database results for these insights and more.

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Realigning your long-term incentives

March 25, 2026

Companies have experienced massive changes in the last few years due to the pandemic, remote work/flexibility, cultural shifts, and a competitive talent market. In this environment, companies have many questions regarding the design and administration of their long-term incentive (LTI) / equity platforms. Here are four questions to determine the needed changes in your long term incentive plan.

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STEM talent shortages are reshaping compensation strategy in life sciences

March 18, 2026

The competition for STEM talent in the life sciences industry is driving pay premiums and reshaping compensation strategies. This article explores how HR professionals can balance aggressive market demands with sustainable, equitable pay frameworks. Discover practical insights on leveraging job architecture, total rewards, and data-driven analytics to attract and retain critical STEM skills.

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Nuances of pay in life sciences

March 18, 2026

Life Sciences is a very unique industry, both in terms of the products and services it encompasses, but also in it's deviation from typical general industry trends in things like pay and talent management practices. Take a peek at the results of the US SIRS® Benchmark: Life Sciences salary survey as we explore 7 trends impacting pay in the life sciences industry.

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AI is rewriting the rules of job hunting

March 17, 2026

The way people find jobs is changing fast, and traditional outplacement just isn’t enough anymore. Find out how AI-enhanced outplacement can speed up reemployment, deliver personalized support, and protect your company’s reputation—all while making the transition smoother for your impacted employees.

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Working past age 65: Should employees apply for Medicare?

March 12, 2026

Reaching age 65 marks an important milestone often associated with retiring and signing up for Medicare health insurance and prescription drug coverage. Yet, as more individuals opt to keep working, many must navigate the challenging decision of whether to enroll in Medicare while still covered by an employer’s plan. The right choice varies. Help your employees understand the nuances of making this important decision.

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The future of hourly pay

March 10, 2026

Determining the right pay for hourly positions poses many challenges. Getting your hands on the right data that gives you local data as well as a broad range of skill sets can be difficult. Until now! With Mercer Hourly Compensation Tool, you will no longer have to piece together your hourly pay rates using not-the-best-fit data and anecdotes from managers and employees.

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Three key lessons organizations learned while we worked from home

March 10, 2026

As the world starts opening up, we are taking a moment to reflect on what the leaders of our organizations likely learned from having a remote workforce. Christina Boiler, one of Mercer’s U.S. leaders, shares her thoughts.

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