Principal, Strategy Advancement- Partnerships

Remotedxb; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

401(k) retirement savings plan

Paid time off, company and personal

Job summary

Humana Inc. is seeking a senior strategist to lead external technology partnerships aligned with enterprise priorities and healthcare initiatives in the UAE. The role requires building governance, executive sponsorship, and measurable outcomes with partners.

Candidates should bring 8+ years in strategy, partnerships, or digital transformation, plus 5+ years managing enterprise-wide programs and strong financial analysis abilities. Healthcare domain familiarity is a plus.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree required.
• 8+ years experience in strategy, business development, technology partnerships, consulting, or digital transformation.
• 5+ years leading enterprise-wide initiatives or strategic programs.
• Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment.
• Strong business acumen and financial analysis skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for external technology partnerships aligned with enterprise priorities.
• Serve as the executive relationship lead for key technology partners, establishing governance and success metrics.
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance member engagement through technology.
• Present strategic recommendations and partnership opportunities to senior leaders and executive stakeholders.
• Build business cases supporting partnership investments and growth initiatives.

Skills

Strategy development

Executive influence

Cross-functional alignment

Financial analysis

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive strategy for external technology partnerships aligned with enterprise priorities
• Serve as the executive relationship lead for key technology partners, establishing governance and success metrics
• Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance member engagement through technology
• Present strategic recommendations and partnership opportunities to senior leaders and executive stakeholders
• Build business cases supporting partnership investments and growth initiatives

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree
• 8+ years of experience in strategy, business development, technology partnerships, consulting, or digital transformation
• 5+ years leading enterprise-wide initiatives or strategic programs
• Proven ability to influence executive stakeholders and drive cross-functional alignment
• Strong business acumen and financial analysis skills

Preferred Qualifications

• MBA, MHA, or relevant advanced degree
• Experience within healthcare, health insurance, or digital health organizations
• Familiarity with healthcare data, interoperability, and AI-enabled solutions

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off, company and personal holidays, and parental leave
• Short-term and long-term disability and life insurance

About the Company

Humana Inc. is a leading U.S. healthcare company that provides insurance and healthcare services through its CenterWell brand to help millions of people achieve their best health.