Director, Strategic Initiatives & Executive Planning

Elevance Health, Inc.; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Elevance Health is seeking a Director Strategic Initiatives to partner with senior leadership within the Health Benefits Operations organization. The role drives enterprise planning, executive communications, performance management, and operational coordination across a broad portfolio, delivering clear narratives to senior audiences.

You will identify opportunities and shape partnering strategies for a Strategic Business Unit while guiding cross-functional teams through planning cycles and

Qualifications

• BA/BS required with 10+ years overall, including 5+ years in project management and health policy exposure.
• Strong executive presence and ability to communicate with senior leaders.
• Hybrid work with in-office three days per week; some locations may be considered within commuting distance.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate annual business planning and capital readiness activities.
• Conduct in-depth strategic research and executive-level planning.
• Coordinate Office of the COO partnerships, governance routines and communications.
• Collaborate with culture, communications, and talent strategy for cohesive execution.
• Manage special projects and ensure alignment with corporate strategies.
• Hire, train, coach and evaluate direct reports.

Skills

Executive leadership

Strategic planning

Cross-functional collaboration

Data synthesis

Project management

Communication with senior leadership

Education

BA/BS degree

Master's degree preferred

Job description

Elevance Health is seeking a Director Strategic Initiatives to partner with senior leadership within the Health Benefits Operations organization. The role drives enterprise planning, executive communications, performance management, and operational coordination across a broad portfolio, delivering clear narratives to senior audiences.

You will identify opportunities and shape partnering strategies for a Strategic Business Unit while guiding cross-functional teams through planning cycles and