Senior Strategy Analyst - Hybrid (PA/NJ/DE)

Independence Blue Cross, LLC; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Hybrid; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Independence Blue Cross, LLC is seeking a Senior Strategy Analyst to support the development of corporate, segment, and functional strategies. You will analyze data, benchmark opportunities, and prepare executive-level reports to inform decision-making.

The role requires strong analytical capabilities, collaboration with cross-functional leaders, and the ability to translate insights into actionable recommendations for enterprise growth and performance improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field required; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• 3–5 years of experience in healthcare, strategy, or related analytical field.
• Experience in strategy development, business planning, or organizational transformation preferred.

Responsibilities

• Support development of corporate, segment, and functional strategies and goals through research and recommendations.
• Translate complex findings into executive-ready presentations conveying priorities and recommendations.
• Conduct business, financial, operational, and organizational analyses to identify opportunities and risks.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Strategic thinking

Communication skills

Cross-functional collaboration

Multitasking

Education

Bachelor's degree in Health Care Administration, Marketing, Business, Finance, or related field

MBA or other advanced degree

Tools

Microsoft Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Job description

Bring your drive for excellence, teamwork, and customer commitment to Independence. Join us as we renew and reimagine the future of health care. Together we will achieve our mission to enhance the health and wellbeing of the people and communities we serve.

The Senior Strategy Analyst Reports to the Director of Strategy supports the development of corporate, segment, and functional strategic priorities. This role partners with business leaders and members of the Strategy Office to conduct business analyses, evaluate strategic opportunities, support Board of Directors reporting, and develop insights and recommendations that inform decisionmaking.

The Senior Strategy Analyst supports strategic planning efforts through data analysis, benchmarking, business case development, and executivelevel reporting. This role helps assess strategic alternatives, evaluate business impacts, and identify opportunities to improve organizational performance and achieve strategic objectives. This role requires strong analytical and problemsolving capabilities, the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable recommendations, and effective communication skills to support strategic planning and business decisionmaking.

Responsibilities

• Support the development of corporate, segment, and functional strategies and strategic goals through research, analysis, and recommendations.
• Translate complex findings into clear, compelling executiveready presentations that effectively convey strategic priorities and recommendations.
• Conduct business, financial, operational, and organizational analyses to identify opportunities, risks, and strategic implications and generate actionable insights for leadership.
• Assist in the development of the annual enterprise business planning process.
• Support the development of the enterprise growth strategy, including product portfolio analysis, multiyear growth planning, and the development of business cases and financial projections
• Build collaborative relationships across the organization to support strategy development and facilitate information sharing.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree required with a specialization in Health Care Administration, Marketing, Business, Finance, or a related field preferred; or relevant, equivalent experience.
• MBA or other advanced degree preferred

Experience

• Three to five years of experience in healthcare, strategy, business planning, corporate development, consulting, or a related analytical field.
• Experience supporting strategy development, business planning, organizational transformation, or strategic initiatives.
• Prior experience within a healthcare payer, management consulting, or healthcare strategy environment preferred.

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong analytical and problemsolving skills with the ability to synthesize complex information into actionable insights.
• Experience conducting business analysis, benchmarking, strategic planning, and performance assessments.
• Ability to develop and present recommendations based on qualitative and quantitative analyses.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills, including the ability to prepare executivelevel presentations and reports, with proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and collaborate effectively with crossfunctional stakeholders.
• Selfmotivated with strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Knowledge of healthcare industry trends and payer business models preferred.

Hybrid

Independence has implemented a "Hybrid" model which consists of Associates working in the office 3 days a week (Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday) and remotely 2 days a week (Monday & Friday). This role is designated as a role that fits into the "Hybrid" model. While associates may work remotely on our designated remote days, the work must be performed in the TriState Area of Delaware, New Jersey or Pennsylvania.