at AArete LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States
Job Description
Description
Manager
AArete is one-of-a-kind when it comes to consulting firm culture.
Why AArete?
We are a global, innovative management and technology consulting firm, with offices in the U.S., India, and the U.K. Our name comes from the Greek word for excellence: "Arete." And excellence is exactly what we strive for.
Our success starts with enriching and empowering our people. From robust career development planning to competitive life and wellness benefits, AArete's "Culture of Care" takes a holistic approach to the employee experience. At AArete, we encourage you to unlock your full potential by directly contributing to our mission and prioritizing space for personal development and fulfillment.
The Role
As a Manager, you are analytical, entrepreneurial, and committed to excellence. Your best work is accomplished in a team environment, and you thrive on exciting challenges. You are a high-performer, self-starter, critical thinker with excellent communication and in-depth analytical skills. You will have the opportunity to make an impact by solving unique business challenges through both client and internal projects. In this role, you will support AArete's Healthcare Payer practice, driving projects to success and helping to manage a team.
Work You'll Do
Proactively lead the team in understanding client needs and problems, driving forward initiatives to solve issues and accomplish goals according to specified timelines
Lead analytical approaches, integrate multiple analyses, and develop a comprehensive understanding of client problems, identifying issues and opportunities to motivate client action.
Work closely with Vice Presidents, Managing Directors, and Directors to set project strategy
Collaborate with stakeholders and teammates to find creative solutions to business problems
Create client communications, present analytic findings and recommendations, and field client questions with minimal support
Draw upon healthcare knowledge, trends, and experiences to highlight relevant impacts for clients
Gather and refine complex data sets and diverse data sources, including medical claims, pharmacy claims, and financial data sets, to enable accurate and robust quantitative analyses
Lead teams and coach team members on client and internal projects
Proactively work to create an energizing team environment
Manage projects effectively by collaborating with both internal and client stakeholders
Support implementation of client or internal solutions, including active involvement in internal solution development, from the ground up
Requirements
6+ years of consulting experience
4+ years of experience with the healthcare industry, specifically on the payer side
Bachelor's degree required
Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data sets and provide actionable insights
Advanced skills in Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Strong project/process management skills; ability to balance and prioritize competing responsibilities
High self-motivation, accountability, and encouragement toward others
Exceptional independent judgement and leadership skills
Creative and innovative mindset
Cultural flexibility/adaptability
Direct client interaction, including possible travel to client location
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship
Preferred Requirements
Experience with AArete's other focus industries: Healthcare Providers, Financial Services, Education, Retail & Consumer, Transportation, Logistics, & Distribution, Public Sector, and Technology & Professional Services
Proficiency with SQL
Based in Chicago, IL and flexible to work from our Chicago office as needed
Benefits
Flexible PTO, monthly half-day refuels, volunteer time off, 10 paid holidays
Own Your Day flexible work policy
Competitive majority employer-paid benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match
Employee Stock Ownership Plan
Generous maternity/paternity leave options
Completely employer paid Life Insurance, STD, LTD
Charitable contribution matching program
New client commission opportunities and referral bonus program
Video-free Fridays
Bike share discount program
About AArete
AArete is a global management and technology consulting firm specializing in strategic profitability improvement, digital transformation, and advisory services. Our cross-industry solutions are powered by modern technology, market intelligence, and big data to drive purposeful change and actionable outcomes.
AArete is guided by our deeply embedded principles: Excellence, Passion, Loyalty to Clients, Stewardship, Family, Community, Sustainability, and Inclusion.
We are proud to have earned a Great Place... For full info follow application link.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
