Senior Life Sciences Consultant - Indianapolis Health (Remote)

Milliman•Indianapolis, IN

4d•$117,500 - $249,780•Remote

About The Position

Overview Milliman's Indianapolis Health practice is seeking a Senior Life Sciences Consultant to join a highly successful life sciences consulting team. The ideal candidate is looking to apply their deep subject matter knowledge from their time in industry to help new technologies develop access strategies that address complicated business challenges. Responsibilities In this role, you will: Proactively identify and advance business development opportunities with new and existing clients Proactively identify opportunities to drive business initiatives by eliminating barriers and creating innovative solutions Lead client relationships for a variety of projects for strategic life sciences consulting business initiatives Maintain relationships with business process owners and key stakeholders at the client to identify the project's goals, objectives, critical success factors, and success measures Develop detailed project plans to serve as a critical communication tool for key stakeholder buy-in and to set appropriate expectations Prepare presentations and reports that communicate project status and enhance leadership’s understanding of complex initiatives Deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations Lead the planning and execution of all assigned projects efficiently, mentoring and developing the supporting staff resources Communicate difficult and/or sensitive information tactfully when necessary Manage operational aspects of a project and scope, including meeting facilitation and documentation Lead for project reviews and ensure compliance quality assurance procedures Minimize our risk exposure, appropriately raising awareness on at-risk items Qualifications Knowledge of the US healthcare system relating to benefit design and reimbursement. Relevant channels include: Commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid Demonstrated ability to interact with senior leadership internally and externally Ability to communicate and present effectively, in both virtual and in-person settings Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products: PowerPoint, Excel, Word Basic knowledge of Gen AI tools, how to utilize AI to enhance productivity, and potential ethical considerations or concerns Required 10+ years in a corporate life sciences or bio tech setting (e.g., life sciences manufacturer) 10+ years developing and executing multiple projects simultaneously Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, business, life sciences, or a related field Preferred 15+ years in a corporate life sciences or bio tech setting (e.g., life sciences manufacturer) Master’s degree, e.g., Master’s of Business Administration, Master’s of Public Health, or related program of study Individual(s) must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for immigration support or sponsorship from Milliman now or in the future. The Team The life sciences consulting team is a group of 60+ individuals in the Indianapolis Health practice from varying backgrounds including actuaries, data analysts, pharmacists, and graphic designers. This group works primarily with life sciences companies and consults on their relationship with insurance companies and other stakeholders of the pharmaceutical value chain. Location This role is based out of the Milliman office in Indianapolis, IN but candidates hired into this role may work remotely anywhere in the US. This job posting is expected to close on July 31, 2026. Compensation The overall salary range for this role is $117,500 - $249,780. A combination of factors will be considered, including, but not limited to, education, relevant work experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, etc. In addition, we offer a performance-based bonus-plan, profit sharing, and generous benefits. For candidates residing in: Alaska, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, New York City, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, or the District of Columbia: $135,125 - $222,985 if overall experience is less than 15 years; and $151,340 - $249,780 for experience greater than 15 years. All other states: $117,500 - $193,900 if overall experience is less than 15 years; and $131,600 - $217,200 for experience greater than 15 years Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees’ health, financial security, and well-being. Benefits include: Medical, Dental and Vision - Coverage for employees, dependents, and domestic partners Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for personal and work-related challenges 401(k) Plan - Includes a company matching program and profit-sharing contributions Discretionary Bonus Program – Recognizing employee contributions Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Pre-tax savings for dependent care, transportation, and eligible medical expenses Paid Time Off (PTO) – Begins accruing on the first day of work. Full-time employees accrue 15 days per year, and employees working less than full-time accrue PTO on a prorated basis. Holidays - A minimum of 10 observed holidays per year Family Building Benefits including Adoption and fertility assistance Paid Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for employees who meet eligibility criteria Life Insurance & AD&D - 100% of premiums covered by Milliman Short-Term and Long-Term Disability – Fully paid by Milliman Who We Are Independent for over 75 years, Milliman delivers market-leading services and solutions to clients worldwide. Today, we are helping companies take on some of the world’s most critical and complex issues, including retirement funding and healthcare financing, risk management and regulatory compliance, data analytics and business transformation. Milliman invests in skills training and career development, and gives all employees access to a variety of learning and mentoring opportunities. Our growing number of Milliman Employee Resource Groups (ERG’s) are employee-led communities that influence policy decisions, develop future leaders, and amplify the voices of their constituents. We encourage our employees to give back to their varied professions, including leadership in professional organizations. Please visit our web site https://www.milliman.com/en/social-impact to learn more about Milliman’s commitments to our people, diversity and inclusion, social impact and sustainability. Through a team of professionals ranging from actuaries to clinicians, technology specialists to plan administrators, we offer unparalleled expertise in employee benefits, investment consulting, healthcare, life insurance and financial services, and property and casualty insurance. Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. #LI-KM1 #LI-REMOTE

Requirements

Knowledge of the US healthcare system relating to benefit design and reimbursement. Relevant channels include: Commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid
Demonstrated ability to interact with senior leadership internally and externally
Ability to communicate and present effectively, in both virtual and in-person settings
Excellent facilitation and interpersonal skills with the ability to work effectively with cross-functional teams
Highly proficient in Microsoft Office products: PowerPoint, Excel, Word
Basic knowledge of Gen AI tools, how to utilize AI to enhance productivity, and potential ethical considerations or concerns
10+ years in a corporate life sciences or bio tech setting (e.g., life sciences manufacturer)
10+ years developing and executing multiple projects simultaneously
Bachelor’s degree in healthcare, business, life sciences, or a related field
Individual(s) must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for immigration support or sponsorship from Milliman now or in the future.

Nice To Haves

15+ years in a corporate life sciences or bio tech setting (e.g., life sciences manufacturer)
Master’s degree, e.g., Master’s of Business Administration, Master’s of Public Health, or related program of study

Responsibilities

Proactively identify and advance business development opportunities with new and existing clients
Proactively identify opportunities to drive business initiatives by eliminating barriers and creating innovative solutions
Lead client relationships for a variety of projects for strategic life sciences consulting business initiatives
Maintain relationships with business process owners and key stakeholders at the client to identify the project's goals, objectives, critical success factors, and success measures
Develop detailed project plans to serve as a critical communication tool for key stakeholder buy-in and to set appropriate expectations
Prepare presentations and reports that communicate project status and enhance leadership’s understanding of complex initiatives
Deliver engaging, informative, well-organized presentations
Lead the planning and execution of all assigned projects efficiently, mentoring and developing the supporting staff resources
Communicate difficult and/or sensitive information tactfully when necessary
Manage operational aspects of a project and scope, including meeting facilitation and documentation
Lead for project reviews and ensure compliance quality assurance procedures
Minimize our risk exposure, appropriately raising awareness on at-risk items

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision - Coverage for employees, dependents, and domestic partners
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) - Confidential support for personal and work-related challenges
401(k) Plan - Includes a company matching program and profit-sharing contributions
Discretionary Bonus Program – Recognizing employee contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) - Pre-tax savings for dependent care, transportation, and eligible medical expenses
Paid Time Off (PTO) – Begins accruing on the first day of work. Full-time employees accrue 15 days per year, and employees working less than full-time accrue PTO on a prorated basis.
Holidays - A minimum of 10 observed holidays per year
Family Building Benefits including Adoption and fertility assistance
Paid Parental Leave - Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for employees who meet eligibility criteria
Life Insurance & AD&D - 100% of premiums covered by Milliman
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability – Fully paid by Milliman