Manager, Health Plan Consulting

Manager

With over 50 years of proven success, ECG, ranked as a Best Midsized Firm to Work For 2026 by Consulting Magazine, is the most experienced healthcare consulting firm in the US. Working exclusively in this space, our people consistently demonstrate their ability to solve challenges for providers and achieve better patient outcomes. Across our eight office locations, we're seeking individuals who will show the courage to find innovative solutions and make a direct impact on the delivery of healthcare services nationwide.

ECG is a national consulting firm that is redefining healthcare together with its clients. We provide a broad range of strategic, financial, operational, and technology-enabled consulting services to the full continuum of care, including hospitals, health systems, medical groups, academic medical centers, children's hospitals, cancer centers, ambulatory surgery centers, investors, and payers/health plans.

Our work focuses on creating practical, tailored solutions that help clients maximize resources and achieve sustainable results. We value collaboration, integrity, and innovation, and are committed to fostering an inclusive and supportive work environment.

Join Our Payer Strategy Contracting Division

Our PSC Division guides clients through payer strategy development, reimbursement analysis and design, contract negotiations, and other strategic and operational issues affecting commercial and government revenue streams. As part of our team, you'll help our clients optimize their managed care contract portfolios and develop successful value-based reimbursement strategies.

PSC engagements include work with inpatient, outpatient, professional, behavioral health, post-acute, and ancillary providers, as well as payers. We assist clients primarily in the three areas below.

• Contracting and Reimbursement
• Value- and Risk-Based Payment Programs
• Payer Services

Your Opportunity with ECG: Manager

Managers at ECG play a pivotal role in delivering high-quality consulting work while leading teams, shaping client deliverables, and contributing to the firm's culture. They are responsible for managing day-to-day project activities, advancing work streams, developing staff, and ensuring deliverables meet ECG's quality standards. Managers also support strategic initiatives, business development efforts, and operational excellence across the firm.

The role requires a blend of analytical acumen, structured problem-solving, strong communication, and leadership capabilities.

Your Responsibilities May Include

• Project Delivery and Client Service
• Team Leadership and People Development
• Communication
• Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving
• Business Development and Firm Contribution

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business Administration required.
• 6+ years of experience in health plan consulting, payer strategy, or health plan finances and operations.
• Strong knowledge of the healthcare payer landscape, including Medicare Advantage, Medicaid managed care, and commercial insurance.
• Proven ability to lead complex projects and manage multiple stakeholders.
• Experience analyzing healthcare data, including claims, pricing, enrollment, cost, and utilization datasets.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to translate complex information into actionable recommendations.
• Proficiency in developing client-ready deliverables, including PowerPoint presentations, Excel models, reports, and memos.
• Comfortable working with senior executives and facilitating strategic discussions.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced, client-facing environment.
• Exceptional organizational skills, attention to detail, and ability to manage competing priorities.
• Demonstrated professionalism, sound judgment, and strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to mentoring junior team members and fostering a positive team culture.
• Ability to thrive in a hybrid work environment.
• Ability to travel as needed

Job Locations

• Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Minneapolis, San Diego, or Washington, DC
• Hybrid work schedule, with a minimum of two days per week in office when not traveling for a client engagement
• We will consider remote hires, but prefer an in-office presence through our hybrid model

Schedule

Full time/exempt

What You Can Expect of Us

To reward our driven, innovative, and passionate employees, we've built a company culture that's centered on performance. We offer an attractive compensation package, challenging work, and an entrepreneurial environment where you can take ownership of your career—and get out as much as you put in.

The estimated base salary range for this job is $150000.00 - $188000.00 annually. It represents a good faith estimate of the range that ECG reasonably expects to pay at the time of the job posting. The actual salary paid will vary based on multiple factors, including but not limited to years of experience, special skills, and market changes. This job is eligible to participate in ECG's annual incentive compensation program, which reflects ECG's pay-for-performance philosophy. The job is also eligible to participate in ECG's benefit plans, which include medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) matching program, unlimited PTO, and other wellness programs.

Apply now and make an impact for years to come.