Senior Medicaid Strategy Consultant

Maximus; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 145,000 - 165,000; Full time

Job summary

Maximus is seeking a Lead Consultant - Medicaid to lead advisory engagements with state and local Medicaid agencies. This role serves as a trusted advisor, guiding client strategy and converting discussions into concrete consulting engagements, while collaborating with internal delivery, business development, and sales teams.

You will oversee policy analysis, program design, financial reviews, and operational improvements across eligibility, enrollment, and customer service, ensuring high

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in relevant field and 7+ years of experience in state Medicaid programs or consulting.
• Experience leading Medicaid consulting engagements and engaging with senior executives.
• Strong knowledge of federal and state Medicaid law, rules, and financing.

Responsibilities

• Lead advisory engagements from scoping through delivery.
• Develop workplans and governance structures.
• Provide senior oversight to ensure quality and manage risk.
• Recruit team members to support Medicaid consulting opportunities.
• Partner with BD, sales, and capture teams to shape win strategies.

Skills

Public policy

Healthcare administration

Executive communication

Stakeholder management

Leadership

Medicaid policy

Education

Bachelor's degree

Advanced degree in public policy or related field

Tools

MITA knowledge

CMS requirements

MEET/SMC frameworks

Job description

Maximus is seeking a Lead Consultant - Medicaid to lead advisory engagements with state and local Medicaid agencies. This role serves as a trusted advisor, guiding client strategy and converting discussions into concrete consulting engagements, while collaborating with internal delivery, business development, and sales teams.

You will oversee policy analysis, program design, financial reviews, and operational improvements across eligibility, enrollment, and customer service, ensuring high