Director, Payer Innovation and Strategy - Remote

For our client, we are seeking a Director, Payer Innovation and Strategy - Remote to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space. This role will lead AI-focused consulting engagements that help payer organizations turn complex business challenges into actionable strategies. The Director will work closely with senior client stakeholders, sales partners, and cross-functional delivery teams to structure priorities, guide implementation, and deliver measurable outcomes across the engagement lifecycle. The position also requires a strong focus on responsible AI, project economics, and reusable solution development that can be scaled across future client work. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $134,600 – $230,800 annually Responsibilities Lead AI consulting engagements and develop integrated workplans Serve as the primary client contact for workshops and meetings Structure ambiguous business problems into prioritized AI use cases Own the development and delivery of client work products Coordinate cross-functional teams for AI implementation Manage project economics, scope, and risk mitigation Partner with sales on proposal development and client discovery Transform project outcomes into reusable playbooks and solution narratives Embed compliance and responsible AI principles in solutions Qualifications 10+ years of experience in management consulting or related fields 7+ years leading complex client engagements 5+ years of experience working with payer organizations, including commercial, Medicare, and Medicaid 5+ years of payer domain expertise across areas such as claims and care management 5+ years translating business problems into AI use cases 5+ years facilitating workshops with senior stakeholders Willingness to travel 30-40% as needed Benefits Comprehensive benefits package Incentive and recognition programs Equity stock purchase options 401k contribution Flexible remote work options with some in-office requirements Our client is an equal opportunity employer. We encourage you to apply even if you don’t meet every qualification—your background could be exactly what this team needs.