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Manager, Strategy

Zelis Healthcare, LLC
paid time off, 401(k)
United States, Florida, St. Petersburg
Apr 21, 2026
At Zelis, we Get Stuff Done. So, let's get to it! A Little About Us Zelis is modernizing the healthcare financial experience across payers, providers, and healthcare consumers. We serve more than 750 payers, including the top five national health plans, regional health plans, TPAs and millions of healthcare providers and consumers across our platform of solutions. Zelis sees across the system to identify, optimize, and solve problems holistically with technology built by healthcare experts - driving real, measurable results for clients. A Little About You You bring a unique blend of personality and professional expertise to your work, inspiring others with your passion and dedication. Your career is a testament to your diverse experiences, community involvement, and the valuable lessons you've learned along the way. You are more than just your resume; you are a reflection of your achievements, the knowledge you've gained, and the personal interests that shape who you are. Position Overview The Manager, Strategy plays a critical role in driving growth for our Member Engagement & Transparency business. Reporting to the VP, Strategy, this role sits at the intersection of strategy and execution, partnering closely with business leadership to both help shape the next phase of growth and keep the operating engine running smoothly. This leader will split time between: 1) Key strategic projects - identifying, sizing, and evaluating new growth opportunities, markets, products, and partnership opportunities 2) Operational leadership - operationalizing strategic initiatives and supporting the operating rhythm of the business, including key recurring meetings and monthly/quarterly planning cadences The role requires a collaborative strategic thinker who can pivot seamlessly between high-level strategy, creative problem solving and hands-on technical analysis. What You'll Do: Strategic Projects & Growth Initiatives Support strategic analyses to identify and evaluate new growth opportunities (e.g., growth strategy, new markets, products, customer segments, partnerships, or M&A themes) Build market sizing, financial models, and business cases to support investment decisions Conduct competitive and market/industry research to inform strategic recommendations Collect, analyze, and interpret complex data sets to provide insights into business performance Support senior leaders with clear, concise recommendations and executive-ready materials Support the development of long-term strategic plans and initiatives Stay up-to-date with industry trends and best practices to inform business planning and process improvement efforts Strategic Initiative Operations Support functional owners to drive strategic initiatives forward from project recommendations through to implementation and operations Coordinate with various departments to ensure project milestones and objectives are met Track and measure progress and performance of strategic initiatives Business Operations & Cadence Support the operating rhythm of the business, including monthly and quarterly cadences Develop agendas, materials, and analyses to ensure meetings are efficient, data-driven, and decision-oriented Track follow-ups, decisions, and action items to drive accountability and execution Cross-Functional Partnership Collaborate with Marketing and Product to ensure alignment across messaging and product roadmap as strategy projects determine Partner with Enterprise Strategy teams to assess potential partnerships and expansion opportunities that align with ME&T strategic objectives Foster a culture of continuous improvement within the organization What You'll Bring to Zelis: 5+ years of professional experience, ideally with a background in management consulting, investment banking, or private equity Bachelor's degree (B. A./ B. S.) from four-year college or university (required) Strong analytical and financial modeling skills; comfortable building structured analyses from scratch Can interpret and use data to make well-founded business decisions, but also be comfortable and confident making decisions about abstract topics or in the absence of data Expert in data analysis and visualization in story-telling, motivating leaders to action based on diagnostics; advanced Excel and PowerPoint experience required Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to synthesize complex topics for executive audiences Superb interpersonal skills - high emotional intelligence, humility and low ego Highly organized, detail-oriented, and demonstrated ability to manage multiple workstreams simultaneously in a fast-moving environment Comfortable operating in ambiguity and moving between strategic thinking and tactical execution Demonstrated ability to collaborate and communicate cross functionally to drive results Strong project management and time management skills An individual with the utmost professional and personal integrity Team player, effective communicator, persuasive and professional demeanor Startup or high-growth company experience is a plus Experience in healthcare, payments, or fintech is a plus but not required *Please note at this time we are unable to proceed with candidates who require visa sponsorship now or in the future.* Location and Workplace Flexibility We have offices in Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Morristown NJ, Plano TX, St. Louis MO, St. Petersburg FL, and Hyderabad, India. We foster a hybrid and remote friendly culture, and all our employee's work locations are based on the needs of the position and determined by the Leadership team. In-office work and activities, if applicable, vary based on the work and team objectives in accordance with Company policies. Base Salary Range $115,000.00 - $145,350.00 At Zelis we are committed to providing fair and equitable compensation packages. The base salary range allows us to make an offer that considers multiple individualized factors, including experience, education, qualifications, as well as job-related and industry-related knowledge and skills, etc. Base pay is just one part of our Total Rewards package, which may also include discretionary bonus plans, commissions, or other incentives depending on the role. Zelis' full-time associates are eligible for a highly competitive benefits package as well, which demonstrates our commitment to our employees' health, well-being, and financial protection. The US-based benefits include a 401k plan with employer match, flexible paid time off, holidays, parental leaves, life and disability insurance, and health benefits including medical, dental, vision, and prescription drug coverage. Equal Employment Opportunity Zelis is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds and encourage you to apply even if you don't meet 100% of the qualifications for the role. We believe in the value of diverse perspectives and experiences and are committed to building an inclusive workplace for all. Accessibility Support We are dedicated to ensuring our application process is accessible to all candidates. If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and require a reasonable accommodation with any part of the application and/or interview process, please email TalentAcquisition@zelis.com. Disclaimer The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities, duties, and skills from time to time.