Manager, Network

About the role

AArete is a global, innovative management and technology consulting firm with a strong emphasis on excellence and employee care. We are celebrating our fourth year as one of Forbes' World’s Best Management Consulting Firms, and our success is rooted in our people. Our "Culture of Care" focuses on holistic employee development and wellness.

Responsibilities

• Lead and actively engage with teams to drive successful outcomes through proactive problem-solving and initiative-taking.
• Proactively lead teams to understand client needs and challenges, driving initiatives to solve issues and meet goals within specified timelines, while staying actively involved in day-to-day execution.
• Collaborate with Directors, VPs, and MDs to drive project strategy and ensure alignment with client objectives, while actively contributing to execution.
• Work closely with stakeholders and team members to develop creative solutions to business problems while balancing leadership and individual contributions.
• Owning client communications, presenting analytical findings and recommendations, and independently fielding client questions with minimal support.
• Apply healthcare industry knowledge, trends, and insights to provide relevant recommendations and value for clients.
• Oversee and, as needed, directly manage the gathering, refinement, and analysis of complex data sets, including medical claims, pharmacy claims, and financial data, ensuring accurate and comprehensive quantitative analysis.
• Mentor and guide junior team members, ensuring high-quality deliverables and strong team performance.
• Lead, mentor, and coach team members across client and internal initiatives, fostering a collaborative environment while maintaining active involvement in execution.
• Manage projects effectively by working closely with internal teams and client stakeholders, ensuring all aspects of the project are handled, both strategically and operationally.
• Support the design, implementation, and execution of client and internal solutions, contributing to the development and execution of solutions from the ground up.

Requirements

• 6+ years of consulting experience, with increasing responsibility across client delivery and team leadership.
• 4+ years of experience in the healthcare industry, specifically related to payer/provider contracts.
• 2+ years of people management experience, with proven ability to lead and work closely with teams while also managing day-to-day responsibilities.
• Bachelor's degree required.
• Strong analytical skills to interpret complex data and deliver actionable insights.
• Advanced proficiency utilizing Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint, with working knowledge of SQL for data analysis.
• Prominent project/process management skills with the ability to balance and prioritize competing responsibilities, while staying involved in detailed execution.
• Experience working with contract modeling tools, reimbursement analytics, and provider data sources (e.g., contracts, rosters, directories).
• Experience leading network optimization or provider contracting engagements across cost, quality, and access dimensions.
• Comfort operating as both a strategic advisor and hands-on operator in provider network transformation.
• High self-motivation, accountability, and the ability to inspire and encourage others.
• Exceptional independent judgment, leadership, and decision-making capabilities.
• Creative, innovative mindset with the ability to think outside the box.
• Cultural flexibility and adaptability in a fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to engage in direct client interaction, including travel to client locations.

Preferred Requirements

• Experience with AArete’s other focus industries: Pharmacy, Financial Services, Retail, Manufacturing, Higher Ed, or Technology & Professional Services.
• Experience in healthcare systems and digital platforms, including Provider Data Management, Claims Adjudication (e.g., Facets, QNXT, etc.), and related tools, with the ability to leverage these systems to improve data quality, operational efficiency, and end-to-end healthcare processes.
• Experience designing or implementing value-based care arrangements (e.g., upside/downside risk, P4P, shared savings models).

Compensation & Benefits

The estimated base salary range for this position is $130,000 – $165,000. In addition to this base salary, individuals may be eligible for an annual discretionary bonus. This range is a part of a competitive, total compensation package together with our majority employer-paid benefits and incentive pay for eligible roles. Please note that this range is a guideline and individual total compensation may vary due to numerous factors including but not limited to experience level, certifications, and other relevant business considerations.