Healthcare Strategy Associate - Hybrid NY

We are seeking a highly motivated Healthcare Strategy Associate to support strategic initiatives and analytical efforts within a healthcare managed care environment. This role is ideal for someone who combines strong analytical skills with an interest in healthcare policy and strategy.

This position offers visibility with leadership, with regular exposure through presentations, strategic analyses, and cross-functional project work. The Associate will play a key role in informing decision-making and driving priority initiatives across the organization.

Job Description

Duties and Responsibilities:

·Conduct quantitative and qualitative analyses using Excel to support business and strategic decisions

· Manage and track projects end-to-end, including timelines, deliverables, and stakeholder coordination

·Assist in developing and executing strategic initiatives across the organization

·Perform research and synthesize insights on healthcare policy, regulations, and industry trends

·Translate complex data into clear, actionable recommendations for stakeholders

·Collaborate cross-functionally with teams including Sales, Marketing, Clinical, Provider, and technical teams

·Assist with preparing presentations using PowerPoint

Minimum Qualifications:

·Bachelor's degree from an accredited institution or equivalent work experience

· 1-2 years of experience in consulting, healthcare, managed care, or a related field

·Strong proficiency in Excel (e.g., modeling, data analysis, pivot tables)

·Familiarity with healthcare managed care concepts

·Experience conducting structured research and synthesizing findings

·Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment that requires handling multiple priorities simultaneously

·Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to facilitate resolution to issues

Preferred Qualifications:

• Medicare and/or Medicaid managed care experience
• Masters Degree (i.e MHA, MPH, MBA, etc.)
• Exposure to data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI)
• Experience with healthcare policy research
• Experience working with large datasets

Compliance & Regulatory Responsibilities: See Above

License/Certification: N/A

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER.  HF Management Services, LLC complies with all applicable laws and regulations. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, pregnancy, age, disability, genetic information, domestic violence victim status, gender and/or gender identity or expression, military status, veteran status, citizenship or immigration status, height and weight, familial status, marital status, or unemployment status, as well as any other legally protected basis. HF Management Services, LLCshallnotdiscriminateagainstanydisabledemployeeorapplicantinregard to any position for which the employee or applicant is otherwise qualified.

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Hiring Range*:

• Greater New York City Area (NY, NJ, CT residents): $58,900 - $80,070

• All Other Locations (within approved locations): $51,000 - $75,905

As a candidate for this position, your salary and related elements of compensation will be contingent upon your work experience, education, licenses and certifications, and any other factors Healthfirst deems pertinent to the hiring decision.

In addition to your salary, Healthfirst offers employees a full range of benefits such as, medical, dental and vision coverage, incentive and recognition programs, life insurance, and 401k contributions (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). Healthfirst believes in providing a competitive compensation and benefits package wherever its employees work and live.

*The hiring range is defined as the lowest and highest salaries that Healthfirst in “good faith” would pay to a new hire, or for a job promotion, or transfer into this role.