Growth Integration Lead

About the role

The Growth Integration Lead performs project-oriented duties related to the integration of acquired entities and the execution of strategic growth initiatives. The role operates at the intersection of strategy, execution, and operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end execution of growth initiatives across M&A, organic expansion, and new business lines
• Own integration planning and execution for acquisitions, including alignment of operations, processes, and systems
• Translate strategic objectives into actionable workplans with clear milestones, owners, and timelines
• Ensure initiatives deliver on expected financial, operational, and strategic outcomes
• Independently manage complex, high-visibility projects from initial thesis through implementation
• Identify risks, dependencies, and operational challenges; proactively implement mitigation strategies
• Hold cross-functional teams accountable to deliverables and timelines
• Anticipate downstream challenges and define next steps without direction
• Develop leadership-ready materials and synthesize complex analyses into clear, actionable recommendations
• Parenthetically partner with cross-functional leaders to drive alignment, facilitate decisions, and navigate competing priorities

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree
• 5 or more years of relevant experience (e.g., consulting, investment banking, corporate strategy, M&A, or similar roles)
• Demonstrated experience leading complex projects, including execution and/or integration efforts
• Proven ability to independently drive workstreams and deliver outcomes in ambiguous environments
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Strong executive communication skills, including development of leadership-ready presentations
• Ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders and drive accountability without direct authority
• Highly self-motivated, adaptable, and proactive with strong problem-solving capabilities
• Passion for contributing to an organization focused on improving consumer experiences

Qualifications

• Use your skills to make an impact
• Healthcare experience, particularly in provider services, home health, or adjacent care models
• Experience supporting or leading M&A diligence and post-acquisition integration
• Exposure to high-growth or “build” environments (e.g., new service lines or markets)

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare experience, particularly in provider services, home health, or adjacent care models
• Experience supporting or leading M&A diligence and post-acquisition integration
• Exposure to high-growth or “build” environments (e.g., new service lines or markets)

Additional Information

This is a remote position. Preference will be given to candidates located in or near Louisville, KY; Nashville, TN; or the Washington, DC area to facilitate collaboration with key stakeholders and participation in periodic in-person meetings.

Description of Benefits

Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.