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Build a competitive employee benefits strategy that helps your growing business attract, retain, and support talent

Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) are the backbone of the economy but many are still navigating employee benefits without the right insight or strategy.

In today’s competitive talent market, employee benefits are no longer optional. They are a critical part of your employee value proposition (EVP) and a key driver of retention, engagement, and business performance.

Select by Mercer Marsh Benefits is designed specifically for SMEs - helping businesses with up to 250 employees access cost-effective, scalable, and competitive employee benefits solutions tailored to their workforce.

  • Unlock superior benefits

    Our exclusive products offer richer coverage at more competitive prices than standard market plans. Your budget goes further, and your employees benefit from stronger protection.

  • Pricing stability you can rely on

    No more unexpected renewal increases. These plans come with clear, predictable pricing and guaranteed structures that help you plan your costs with confidence year after year.

  • Priority service guaranteed

    Every plan comes with exclusive SLAs, priority handling, and faster turnaround times.

  • Payment flexibility

    Our exclusive plans offer flexible payment and invoicing options designed to make budgeting easier and help smooth expenses throughout the year.

     

  • Tailored solutions for your workforce

    Design benefits aligned to your employees’ needs. From healthcare and insurance to wellbeing program.

  • Simplified administration

    Streamlined platforms and expert support help reduce complexity and save time.
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Designing the right benefits for your workforce

Explore our tools and insights designed to help organizations benchmark, evaluate, and innovate their employee benefits strategies.

    Taking care of the complexities

    1. Member Engagement
      Our expert helpdesk, bespoke communications, and employee surveys support and engage your members every step of the way. 
    2. Wellbeing Solutions & Digital Health
      Access comprehensive wellness solutions designed to inspire and sustain employee engagement throughout the entire year.
    3. Policy Management
      From seamless onboarding to efficient digital day-to-day policy management, we provide reliable support to simplify your administrative needs, through our ‘Benefits You Everyday’ platform.

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    Your employee value proposition should be shaped by your people, not the size of your business. Small businesses should offer a balanced mix of benefits that meet the needs of their workforce while supporting business goals. Common benefits include health insurance, life and disability insurance, and wellness programs. Tailoring your benefits to your employees’ preferences can boost engagement and loyalty. Additionally, ensuring your benefits comply with local regulations helps avoid risks. Mercer Marsh Benefits can help you design competitive, cost-effective packages aligned with your business and employee needs.

    Choosing the right health insurance means understanding your employees’ needs, your budget, and regulatory requirements. Consider factors like workforce demographics, coverage options, and cost-sharing. We offer:

    • International plans with worldwide healthcare access for global teams.
    • Regional plans tailored for GCC and cross-border workforces.
    • Local UAE plans providing solid coverage, competitive premiums, and reliable support.

    Our experts guide you through selecting the best plan to fit your unique business.

    Benchmarking helps you understand how your benefits compare to competitors and identify improvement areas, ensuring . Start with our Employee Benefits Evaluator and Industry Toolkits to measure competitiveness and receive a high-level report. Benchmarking ensures your offerings attract and retain talent while staying cost-effective and compliant.

    • A clear and consistent communication strategy to keep employees informed.
    • Digital engagement tools to make benefits accessible and easy to understand.
    • Digital policy management solutions for streamlined administration.
    • Personalized support tailored to employees and their families’ needs.

    Digital health solutions can enhance employee wellbeing by offering flexible, accessible support. Examples include telemedicine services and wellness engagement apps, that can be used in conjunction with regular employee engagement through predesigned wellness calendars and targeted interventions.

    Managing employee benefits policies and onboarding can be complex, but with the right support, it becomes seamless. Mercer Marsh Benefits acts as an extension of your HR team, providing onboarding specialists, administration professionals, and a dedicated benefits consultant to deliver comprehensive, 360° support. This includes policy setup, ongoing management, and employee onboarding processes. Our in-house helpdesk also handles routine policy inquiries, claim disputes, and approvals, ensuring your employees receive timely and accurate assistance throughout their benefits journey.

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