Cansu Mericer, MBA, MSc
About Cansu Mericer, MBA, MSc
Cansu Mericer is a Compensation Analyst at Thomson Reuters, with a diverse background in human resources across various companies including ADT, Colgate Palmolive, and McDonald's. She holds an MBA from Newcastle University and multiple certifications in human resources management from Seneca College.
Current Role at Thomson Reuters
Cansu Mericer serves as a Compensation Analyst at Thomson Reuters, a position she has held since 2021. In this role, she focuses on compensation strategies and analysis, contributing to the company's overall human resources objectives. Her work involves evaluating compensation structures and ensuring alignment with industry standards.
Previous Experience in Compensation and HR
Prior to her current role, Cansu Mericer worked at TELUS as a People & Culture Specialist in Total Rewards for 9 months in 2021. She also served as a Compensation Advisor at ADT from 2018 to 2021 in Toronto, Ontario, where she developed compensation plans and strategies. Her extensive background includes roles at McDonald's as a Human Resources Consultant and HR Deputy Manager, and at Allianz Türkiye as HR Group Manager.
Educational Background in Human Resources
Cansu Mericer has a strong educational foundation in human resources management. She studied at Seneca College of Applied Arts and Technology, where she completed multiple programs including Organizational Behavior, Occupational Health and Safety, and Recruitment and Selection Techniques, all in 2014. She also achieved a specialization in Compensation Design and Administration in 2017. Additionally, she holds a Master of Business Administration from Newcastle University, enhancing her expertise in management.
Early Career in Human Resources
Cansu Mericer began her career in human resources at Colgate Palmolive as an HR Specialist from 2000 to 2002. She then joined McDonald's, where she worked in various roles, including HR Deputy Manager and Senior Human Resources Consultant, from 2005 to 2010. Her early experiences laid the groundwork for her future roles in compensation and human resources management.
Professional Development and Certifications
Cansu Mericer has pursued ongoing professional development in human resources. She is currently studying for a Human Resources Certificate at McDonald's Corporation HR Design Center in Chicago, focusing on advanced HR practices. Her commitment to education reflects her dedication to staying current in the field of human resources.