Vice President & Head of Payer Strategy

For our client, we are seeking a Vice President & Head of Payer Strategy to join the team of a leader in the Healthcare space. This executive will lead payer strategy for a growing multi-state healthcare organization, with a focus on strengthening reimbursement relationships and advancing enterprise growth. The role will partner closely with the CEO, Board, clinical leadership, and operational teams to shape contracting strategy, resolve complex issues, and support expansion into new markets. This leader will also help translate clinical quality and cost-effectiveness into compelling value propositions for payers. Location: Remote - US based candidates only, no visa sponsorship available Compensation: $220,000 – $275,000 annually Responsibilities Own strategic relationships with top-tier payers as an executive liaison Negotiate multi-year rate renewals and optimize contract terms Lead resolution of contract disputes and compliance challenges Translate clinical quality and cost-effectiveness into payer value propositions Accelerate behavioral health payer contracting and support expansion into new states Evaluate and build value-based care partnerships and initiatives Develop performance dashboards and lead payer strategy governance Qualifications 10+ years of experience in healthcare payer strategy or network contracting 5+ years in senior leadership roles, such as VP, SVP, or Director, with a focus on payer negotiations Proven track record building executive-level relationships with top-tier payers Experience negotiating multimillion-dollar contracts with measurable outcomes Direct experience in multi-site healthcare settings and multi-state contracting Benefits Remote work flexibility for Northeast residents High-visibility executive role with exposure to CEO and Board Opportunity to be part of a dynamic and growing organization Direct influence on national expansion Possibility to shape the future of pediatric mental health care services 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.