Director, Healthcare Planning & Advisory Analysis

Practice Overview At Ankura, our team of healthcare professionals partners with clients to advise, manage, and execute strategic capital investments. We help mitigate risks inherent in planning, design, construction, activation, and financing of capital projects. Our expertise spans all phases of complex projects, ensuring clients achieve their goals to improve population health and patient experience with the right care, in the right place, at the right time, and at the right cost. Our services encompass strategic, facility, real estate, and capital solutions aimed at maximizing operational and financial performance of healthcare real estate portfolios and capital investments. Role Overview The Director Healthcare Planning & Advisory Analysis contributes to all aspects of client engagements—from data analysis to presentation delivery. This role requires experience with healthcare organizations, including hospitals and health systems, to guide strategic facility-related decisions. The Director is proactive, analytical, and collaborative, with a strong ability to solve complex business problems and foster client relationships. Responsibilities Own end-to-end analytics for healthcare strategy engagements. Analyze healthcare market, patient encounter, operational, and financial data. Conduct volume assessments to evaluate demand and capacity. Develop business cases and ROI models for strategic recommendations. Manage internal data workflows and ensure data quality. Perform quality assurance on data and analyses. Design analytical approaches for healthcare strategy and facility development. Research and evaluate strategic solutions. Create high‑quality presentation materials summarizing findings. Craft compelling messages and visuals to convey insights. Review deliverables for accuracy and formatting. Participate and present in client meetings. Build credibility through structured thinking and responsiveness. Engage in day‑to‑day project activities and client interactions. Contribute to strategic recommendations impacting client outcomes. Own workstream scope, schedule, and deliverables. Understand project scope, schedule, budget, and risks. Manage tasks to meet deadlines. Support development of project documentation and reports. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree or equivalent; graduate degree in health administration, public health, or finance preferred. 5+ years of relevant experience in healthcare strategy, operations, or finance. Experience in strategic facilities master planning, service line planning, and business/data analytics. Proficiency in financial analysis and interpreting financial statements to inform strategy. Experience developing business cases and ROI analyses for strategic initiatives. Project management experience across multiple workstreams. Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, PowerBI). Experience with EMR systems (e.g., Cerner, Epic) and general ledger data. Advanced proficiency in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint). Key Characteristics Clear and concise communication skills. Strong active listening and facilitation abilities. Highly organized with effective time management. Detail‑oriented and strategic thinking capabilities. Self‑motivated and adaptable to diverse work environments. Ability to build relationships across teams and organizations. Open to feedback and continuous learning. Professional demeanor and client‑focused mindset. Logistical Requirements Authorized to work in the U.S. without employer sponsorship. Willingness to travel based on project needs (up to 30%). Compensation A reasonable estimate of the current base pay range is between $85,000 to $200,000. This range is not a promise of a particular wage. Equal Employment Opportunity Ankura is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against based on disability. For reasonable accommodation during the application process, contact View email address on click.appcast.io or call View phone number on click.appcast.io. #J-18808-Ljbffr