Strategic Engagement & Change Lead

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield; City of Utica (NY); Hybrid; USD 79,000 - 142,000; Full time

Job summary

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is seeking a senior-level program partner to collaborate with executive leaders on organizational effectiveness, culture, engagement, and talent strategies. You will support strategy execution, change management, and cross-divisional alignment in a large health plan environment.

The role requires extensive experience in strategy, leadership development, and data-driven decision making, with emphasis on collaboration and integrity.

Qualifications

• 12+ cumulative years of experience required, or a Bachelor's degree in Business Administration with a minimum of six (6) years shown in business strategy, organizational strategy and planning.
• Demonstrated skills and ability to lead change through influence.
• Experienced in financial and non-financial measurement of business goals and data analysis.
• Communicates effectively in writing and presentation, adjusts to fit the audience and the message.
• Relates well to a wide variety of diverse work styles and team members and can confront and resolve conflicts.
• Well organized, resourceful and able to manage multiple tasks simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Supports the execution of divisional priorities and initiatives with insights on leadership and employee development, including skills analysis, engagement and collaboration.
• Drives strategy and goal setting through communication and collaboration to improve alignment and organizational effectiveness.
• Shares best practices for communicating business goals with partners across divisions.
• Assists leaders in decision-making, program management, and initiative implementation.
• Serves as liaison and advisor to staff and leaders on climate, well-being, project updates, proposals, and planning.
• Coordinates and supports interdivisional activities and assists change management efforts.
• Partners with Finance for budgetary alignment and future planning needs.
• Supports IDEA strategies to foster an equitable, inclusive workforce.
• Provides recommendations to improve team engagement and cross-divisional coordination.
• Identifies systemic problems or opportunities within business processes.
• Upholds Integrity and the Lifetime Way values and corporate Code of Conduct.

Skills

Change management

Data analysis

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Strategic planning

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Job description

Excellus BlueCross BlueShield is seeking a senior-level program partner to collaborate with executive leaders on organizational effectiveness, culture, engagement, and talent strategies. You will support strategy execution, change management, and cross-divisional alignment in a large health plan environment.

The role requires extensive experience in strategy, leadership development, and data-driven decision making, with emphasis on collaboration and integrity.