Manager Advisory Services - Payer Strategy and Management Consulting - Remote

Manager, Advisory Services Optum Insight is improving the flow of health data and information to create a more connected system. We remove friction and drive alignment between care providers and payers, and ultimately consumers. Our deep expertise in the industry and innovative technology empower us to help organizations reduce costs while improving risk management, quality and revenue growth. Ready to help us deliver results that improve lives? Join us in making healthcare work better for everyone through people-led, responsible AI while Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Manager, Advisory Services is the overall day-to-day engagement manager for strategy consulting engagements serving payer clients. The Manager is responsible for determining overall approach and structure of a given engagement and associated key deliverables. The Manager must possess relevant strategy, management consulting, and healthcare industry and payer knowledge to serve as the driving force behind team problem solving, helping payer clients identify strategic priorities, improve financial and market performance, rationalize services, improve customer experiences, and address their specific business challenges. The Manager develops and assigns workstreams to team members and him/herself that meet the needs and timelines of the client. This role will also assist junior team members in building and developing their core consulting skills. You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Build consensus among client stakeholders about the accuracy of the solutions and aid them in successful implementation. Spend time coaching team members to develop approaches for their individual responsibilities, reviewing and validating their work for accuracy and effectiveness Serve as the main point of contact for payer clients and client stakeholders Establish optimal communication cadence with clients and demonstrate executive presence Prioritize and delegate work to team members and self that meet needs and timelines of client Closely monitors actual vs. expected team utilization Effectively and appropriately apply both deductive and inductive thinking Provide subject matter expertise to other Optum Advisory Services business units related to strategic planning and specific payer client issues Communicate effectively and accurately in writing and verbally Demonstrate solid relationship management skills and ability to handle challenging interpersonal situations Contribute to practice-level initiatives including business development and thought leadership beyond client project work

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). The salary for this role will range from $112,700 - $193,200 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.