Corporate Strategy and Development Manager

Athenahealth seeks a Corporate Strategy and Development Manager in New Hampshire to lead projects in strategic planning, acquisitions, and executive priorities. The role requires strong analytical and consulting skills, with a focus on growth opportunities in healthcare. Candidates should have experience in product strategy, management consulting, or corporate strategy, and a commitment to professionalism and confidentiality. An MBA is preferred, along with at least 3 years of relevant experience.
Join us as we work to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.

Corporate Strategy and Development Manager

We are looking for a Manager level individual to join our Corporate Strategy & Development (CS&D) team. In this role, the Corporate Strategy and Development Manager will report to the Executive Director of Corporate Strategy and Development. This individual will be responsible for organizing and executing projects and initiatives spanning strategic planning, transformative business cases, acquisitions, and other Board / Executive Leadership priorities. This is a highly visible and high impact work that is data driven, timely, and actionable.

The Corporate Strategy and Development Manager should have a track record of success demonstrating the “core consulting skillset” (analytics, collaborative problem solving, critical thinking, storytelling, stakeholder management). Prior roles in product strategy, management consulting, investment banking, or corporate strategy are strong fits. Experience in and passion for healthcare is a plus - - we work at the intersection of providers, payers, and life sciences companies and deal with both value-based care and traditional FFS payment models. Finally, the Corporate Strategy and Development Manager will have a high degree of professionalism and, given the subject matter of our work, possess unimpeachable ethics and a deep respect for confidentiality.

The CS&D team sits at the intersection of our Executive Leadership, private equity sponsors, and industry leading product platform. The team drives growth-oriented decisions such where and how athenahealth competes, where resources are deployed, and is the owner of our acquisition roadmap. athenahealth is in an exciting period in its history as the company continues to grow in its core markets and builds a repeatable model for business expansion.

Job Responsibilities

Own evaluation of specific growth opportunities, often partnering across the business, to determine strategic fit, “size of the prize,” and path to full potential

Structure and create compelling communications that package analysis and recommendations in order to drive stakeholders to action

Confidence in politely, but persistently, defending a well-informed point of view. Humbleness to recognize that alternative points of view and new data/learnings can refine the answer.

Strategic support of Corporate Development projects (e.g., target diligence, market landscaping and prioritization)

Day-to-day tactical management of critical CEO/ELT sponsored programs

Tactical support of focused growth/operational projects across the business as the need arises

Solve tough problems in the business by digging into operational or growth areas where the business has an opportunity, identify concrete actions to pursue, and either set up a cross-functional team or serve as the point to drive progress

Support the strategic planning process

Partner with FP&A and other functions on the Annual Operating Plan and Long-Range Plan

Partner with the Chief of Staff on the Strategic/ELT scorecard and other key ELT/Board presentations to communicate progress against our Value Creation Plan

Typical Qualifications

Bachelor Degree required; MBA or equivalent degree strongly preferred

3+ years of experience in management consulting, product strategy, corporates strategy, investment banking or similar roles

Experience managing mission critical work such as strategic planning, business case development, or special initiatives in a corporate environment

Knowledge and experience within healthcare or healthcare IT a plus

About athenahealth

Our vision: In an industry that becomes more complex by the day, we stand for simplicity. We offer IT solutions and expert services that eliminate the daily hurdles preventing healthcare providers from focusing entirely on their patients — powered by our vision to create a thriving ecosystem that delivers accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all.

Our company culture: Our talented employees — or athenistas, as we call ourselves — spark the innovation and passion needed to accomplish our vision. We are a diverse group of dreamers and do-ers with unique knowledge, expertise, backgrounds, and perspectives. We unite as mission-driven problem-solvers with a deep desire to achieve our vision and make our time here count. Our award-winning culture is built around shared values of inclusiveness, accountability, and support.

Our DEI commitment: Our vision of accessible, high-quality, and sustainable healthcare for all requires addressing the inequities that stand in the way. That's one reason we prioritize diversity, equity, and inclusion in every aspect of our business, from attracting and sustaining a diverse workforce to maintaining an inclusive environment for athenistas, our partners, customers and the communities where we work and serve.

What we can do for you:
Along with health and financial benefits, athenistas enjoy perks specific to each location, including commuter support, employee assistance programs, tuition assistance, employee resource groups, and collaborative workspaces — some offices even welcome dogs.

We also encourage a better work-life balance for athenistas with our flexibility. While we know in-office collaboration is critical to our vision, we recognize that not all work needs to be done within an office environment, full-time. With consistent communication and digital collaboration tools, athenahealth enables employees to find a balance that feels fulfilling and productive for each individual situation.

In addition to our traditional benefits and perks, we sponsor events throughout the year, including book clubs, external speakers, and hackathons. We provide athenistas with a company culture based on learning, the support of an engaged team, and an inclusive environment where all employees are valued.

Learn more about our culture and benefits here: athenahealth.com/careers
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