Mercer is an American global human resource and related financial services consulting firm, headquartered in New York City. Mercer is one of the largest consulting firms in the world, based in more than 40 countries, and operating internationally in more than 130 countries with more than 20,500 employees. Mercer is a subsidiary of Marsh & McLennan Companies.

Mercer's alternative boutique is responsible for research and advice in all aspects of alternative investment, including:

• Strategic advice on building portfolios in areas such as hedge funds, private equity, infrastructure and active currency
• Research on investment trends and opportunities in multiple alternative asset classes
• Due diligence on managers and strategies
• Advice on portfolio structuring and development of portfolio pacing plans
• Performance reporting
• Assistance with fee and mandate negotiation
• Ongoing monitoring of investment managers and portfolios