Corporate Strategy Associate

Shields Health Solutions•Boston, MA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

The Corporate Strategy Associate serves as a strategic and operational partner to corporate functions and the RxTriage® team, supporting the development of a fast-growing new service line. The role leads cross-functional initiatives, develops data-driven insights, supports business planning and forecasting, and helps execute key strategic priorities. It is part of the Corporate Strategy and Strategic Operations teams, which partner with executive leadership on growth, transformation, operational improvement, business development, and innovation initiatives. The position works closely with corporate function leaders, Strategic Operations partners, Regional Operations leaders, and other stakeholders, and may support new product launches, strategic partnerships, and operational improvements. The role is suited to an analytical, collaborative, resourceful professional comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment where strategy and execution go hand in hand. The position is based in a hybrid model at an office in Chicago, New York, or Boston, with approximately 5% travel.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree required; a degree in Business, Economics, Finance, Engineering, Healthcare Management, or a related field is preferred.
2–5 years of relevant professional experience preferred, including experience in management consulting, investment banking, private equity, corporate strategy, corporate development, strategic operations, business operations, strategic finance, or high-growth healthcare or technology organizations.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and strategic recommendations.
Advanced Excel and PowerPoint skills, including financial modeling, forecasting, business case development, and executive-level presentation creation.
Experience supporting senior executives and presenting findings to leadership teams.
Ability to manage multiple workstreams and independently drive projects in a fast-paced environment.
Entrepreneurial mindset and willingness to work across functions to achieve results.
Self-starter with exceptional accountability, initiative, and attention to detail.
Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to travel approximately 5% of the time.
Solid computer skills, including proficiency in Microsoft Office tools (Outlook, Teams, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint), internet navigation, and web-based platforms.
Data entry and computer skills will be evaluated through a pre-employment assessment.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare industry experience is preferred but not required.
Highly motivated and results-oriented.
Thrives in fast-paced, high-growth, and ambiguous environments.
Strong executive presence and stakeholder management skills.
Collaborative team player able to influence across functions and organizational levels.
Data-driven decision maker able to balance analysis with execution.
Passion for solving complex business problems and driving measurable impact.

Responsibilities

Support enterprise-wide growth, transformation, and business optimization initiatives as a member of the Corporate Strategy and Strategic Operations teams.
Partner with executive leadership to execute strategic priorities and organizational objectives.
Develop executive-level analyses, presentations, business cases, and recommendations.
Conduct market research, competitive analysis, financial analysis, and strategic assessments.
Synthesize and communicate complex business information for senior leadership audiences.
Support new product launches, operational improvement efforts, and other strategic growth initiatives.
Partner with corporate function leaders to identify, prioritize, and execute critical functional initiatives.
Support Vice Presidents and Directors in improving operational and financial performance across Clinical Services, Training, and Trade Relations.
Develop and maintain analytics, dashboards, KPIs, and reporting tools to monitor performance and identify growth and efficiency opportunities.
Conduct financial analyses, forecasting, scenario planning, and business planning activities.
Collaborate with Regional Operations leaders, Strategic Operations partners, and functional stakeholders to align priorities and execute initiatives.
Lead cross-functional projects from concept through implementation, with measurable outcomes.
Analyze growth opportunities and partner performance related to RxTriage® and inform decisions about business expansion.
Develop data-driven insights, opportunity assessments, and financial models to evaluate market potential, program impact, and business performance.
Create executive-ready materials, support partner engagements, and advance initiatives across the RxTriage® organization.
Identify and evaluate new business opportunities, operational efficiencies, and growth initiatives.
Perform market sizing, business case development, and strategic opportunity assessments.
Proactively pursue and support strategic projects that create value for the organization and its partners.