Analyst (Contract)

at AArete LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States

Job Description

Description

Analyst (Contract)

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 contract Analyst at AArete, you will work with clients to obtain an understanding of critical issues and create strategies for meaningful change. In doing so, you'll leverage your analytical skills, entrepreneurial spirit, and commitment to excellence. A critical thinker with exceptional communication skills is how you are described. You will dive deep to research business challenges, data analytics, business case development, and are driven to support project success.

In this role, you are responsible for demonstrating analytical skills and will directly support the successful execution of project goals and deliverables. You'll have an opportunity to make an impact by solving unique business challenges, both with client and internal projects.

Work You'll Do

Demonstrate proficiency utilizing Microsoft Excel and SQL for dataanalysis
Gain insight from analysis and data interpretation to identify client savings opportunities and put together an actionable businesscase
Prepare deliverables for final review with engagement manager
Work collaboratively within your project team
Understand business specific context of clients and develop a streamlined approach toresolution
Exercise excellent judgement, and clear and direct communication in all aspects of your work, especially withclients

Requirements

Bachelor's degree
Proficiency with Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Ability to work quickly and accurately
High self-motivation and accountability
Direct client interaction, including possible travel to client location
Applicants must be based in Chicago, IL and flexible to work from our Chicago office as needed
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship
Preferred Requirements

1+ years of experience in either healthcare (Payer and/or Provider) industry, analytical consulting experience, or related work experience within a given industry
Basic SQL proficiency for data analysis

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 to Work Certification and named one of America's Best Management Consulting Firms by Forbes, Vault's Top 50 Firms to Work For, Crain's Chicago Business Fast 50, Inc 5000's Fastest Growing Firms, Consulting Magazine's Fastest Growing Firms.

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