Business Consultant

Health Care Service Corp.; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 114,000; Full time

Job summary

Health Care Service Corporation (HCSC) in Chicago is seeking a Business Analyst to provide strategic guidance and regulatory expertise across divisions, ensuring alignment with operational objectives. The role emphasizes monitoring regulatory developments, stakeholder engagement, and driving compliance, process efficiency, and readiness for change.

The ideal candidate has a bachelor's degree with 3+ years in business analysis or 7+ years in related health care fields, strong PM and communication

Qualifications

• Bachelor Degree or 7 years’ experience in business analysis, process improvement, strategic planning, research, project management, product administration or health care industry experience.
• PM skills, strong organization, prioritization and problem solving; strong oral, verbal and interpersonal communication.
• Experience interacting with personnel across departments and levels; knowledge of planning techniques and industry trends.
• Analytical and information synthesis skills; experience interpreting business and financial information; strong communication and organization.

Responsibilities

• Provide regulatory expertise to align divisional strategies with operational objectives.
• Monitor regulatory developments, support stakeholder engagement, and ensure compliance and readiness for change.
• Prioritize divisional activities, track milestones, and maintain tools and resources for visibility into initiatives.

Skills

Business analysis

Project management

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Analytical thinking

Problem solving

Education

Bachelor's degree or 7 years experience

Tools

Power BI

SharePoint

Excel

MS Office

Job description

At HCSC, our employees are the cornerstone of our business and the foundation to our success. We empower employees with curated development plans that foster growth and promote rewarding, fulfilling careers. Join HCSC and be part of a purpose-driven company that will invest in your professional development.

Job Summary

This position is responsible for providing business analysis, strategic guidance, and healthcare regulatory expertise to ensure alignment and integration across functional areas in support of divisional strategies and operational objectives. The role focuses on monitoring and analyzing regulatory and legislative developments, supporting stakeholder engagement across business areas, and driving consistency, compliance, process efficiency, and organizational readiness for change. Responsibilities include prioritizing divisional activities, tracking progress toward strategic goals, and maintaining tools and resources that support visibility into key initiatives, milestones, and business outcomes.

Required Job Qualifications

Bachelor Degree and 3 years’ experience OR 7 years’ experience in business analysis, process improvement, strategic planning, research, project management, product administration, product operations or relevant health care industry experience Project management skills, including strong organization, prioritization and problem solving skills; strong oral, verbal and interpersonal communication skills; ability to accept direction and feedback Experience interacting with personnel of multiple departments and at various levels in the organization Knowledge of strategic planning techniques and industry trends Analytical and information synthesis skills Experience interpreting business and financial information Verbal and written communication and organization skills Experience with changing assignments and priorities PC proficiency to include MS Office products

Preferred Required Job Qualifications

Health insurance or healthcare industry experience. Affordable Care Act (ACA) knowledge or other healthcare regulatory experience. Experience monitoring, analyzing, and communicating regulatory or legislative changes. Strong stakeholder management and communication skills. Experience using Power BI, SharePoint, and Excel for data analysis, reporting, dashboard development, tracking key initiatives, and supporting business decision‑making. Management consulting or healthcare policy experience preferred.

Pay Transparency Statement

At Health Care Service Corporation, you will be part of an organization committed to offering meaningful benefits to our employees to support their life outside of work. From health and wellness benefits, 401(k) savings plan, pension plan, paid time off, paid parental leave, disability insurance, supplemental life insurance, employee assistance program, paid holidays, tuition reimbursement, plus other incentives, we offer a robust total rewards package for employees. Learn more about our benefit offerings by visiting https://careers.hcsc.com/totalrewards. The compensation offered will vary depending on your job‑related skills, education, knowledge, and experience. This role aligns with an annual incentive bonus plan subject to the terms and the conditions of the plan. Flex employees are expected to be in the office a minimum of three days a week. Management will have discretion to modify an employee's weekly schedule for exigent circumstances.

HCSC Employment Statement

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to providing a welcoming environment where the unique differences of our employees are respected and valued. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristics. We are a drug‑free and smoke‑free workplace. Employment may be contingent upon successful completion of drug screening in accordance with applicable law.

Base Pay Range $63,300.00 - $114,300.00 Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.

About HCSC

For more than 80 years, HCSC has been dedicated to expanding access to high-quality, cost‑effective health care and equipping our members with information and tools to make the best health‑care decisions for themselves and their families. As an industry leader, HCSC also has been helping to make the health care system work better for all Americans. To remain a leader, we offer compelling careers that encourage resourcefulness, strategic thought and empower you to make a difference in the lives of our members and their communities. Today, with the industry at an important crossroad, HCSC is reimagining health care and looking for original thinkers who aren’t afraid to make innovative contributions.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employment employer dedicated to workforce diversity and a drug‑free and smoke‑free workplace.

Learn more about HCSC, our commitment to our members and the opportunity you’ll have to improve health care delivery in an open, collaborative environment.

If you are an individual with a disability or a disabled veteran and need an accommodation or assistance in either using the Careers website or completing the application process, you can call us at 1-866-977-7378 to request reasonable accommodations. Please note that only requests for accommodations in the application process will be returned.

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