Mercer Names Siddhartha Gupta as India President
Mercer, a division of Marsh McLennan, has appointed Siddhartha Gupta as its new India president, as announced in a recent company statement. Gupta transitions from his role as CEO of Mercer Mettl, bringing extensive experience in talent management and strategic leadership to his new position.
In his new role, Gupta will report directly to Sanjay Kedia, CEO of Marsh McLennan in India, and will play a pivotal role in the leadership teams of both Marsh McLennan and Mercer across the India, Middle East, and Africa (IMEA) region. Sanjay Kedia expressed confidence in Gupta's ability to drive innovation and steer Mercer's growth trajectory in India, citing Gupta's proven track record and deep industry knowledge.
Gupta articulated his enthusiasm for the opportunity, highlighting his commitment to enhancing Mercer’s reputation as a trusted partner for organizations aiming to optimize their workforce capabilities. He emphasized collaboration with Mercer’s talented teams to deliver continued value and innovation to clients.
Mercer, renowned globally for its expertise in human resources consulting and solutions, operates with a workforce of over 20,000 employees across 43 countries, providing services in more than 130 countries. The appointment of Siddhartha Gupta underscores Mercer’s strategic focus on expanding its footprint and enhancing client engagement across the IMEA region.
This move is seen as part of Mercer’s broader strategy to strengthen its leadership in global talent management and advisory services, leveraging Gupta’s leadership to navigate evolving market dynamics and client needs effectively.
