U.S. Engagement Manager, Healthcare Services - 2026

About the Healthcare Services PracticeHealthcare is L.E.K.’s largest industry sector; we support the most innovative provider, payer, healthcare IT, biopharma, medtech, and diagnostics, organizations, as well as their investors and partners. Among other awards, we have been recognized as the Healthcare Sector Advisor of the Year and M&A Advisor of the Year. Role DescriptionWe are seeking a Manager to join our U.S. Healthcare Services practice. This individual will play a key role in leading client engagements, developing teams, and helping grow a high-demand practice area. The ideal candidate brings healthcare services strategy consulting experience, strong client presence, and the ability to manage complex growth strategy, commercial strategy, diligence, and transaction support work.ResponsibilitiesManage multiple project teams and client relationships expertly and efficiently to execute consulting engagementsWork directly with clients and Managing Directors to set project objectives, develop analytical frameworks, manage team responsibilities, and maintain the timelineStructure complex growth, commercial, and transaction-related problems into clear workstreams and provide thought leadership to guide project executionDevelop insights and recommendations based on case team research, analysis, and client contextSupport business development through proposal development, market perspectives, and client relationship-buildingCoach, evaluate, and develop team members across analytical, project management, and client-facing skillsContribute to broader practice-building efforts, including recruiting, professional development, thought leadership, and internal initiativesQualifications & ExperienceAn advanced degree from a top-ranked school is preferred (MBA, MHA, MPH, PhD, or similar)6+ years of relevant experience in strategy consulting, with demonstrated project and team management experienceExperience serving healthcare services clients and investors, ideally across provider, payer, or HCIT contexts, with exposure to growth strategy, commercial strategy, diligence, transaction support, or related strategic advisory workAbility to lead workstreams, manage client-facing efforts, structure analysis, and communicate recommendations clearlySuperior analytical skills combined with demonstrated expertise in consulting approachesProven ability to coach and develop teams across analytical, project management, client relationship, and interpersonal skillsStrong client presence and ability to engage credibly with senior stakeholdersExcellent written and verbal communication skills and the ability to influence othersBright, conceptual, and a quick learner; able to quickly assess a situation and generate new insights and actionable ideasAdditional InformationThe base salary at the Manager level starts at $241,500 annually. L.E.K. also offers a performance bonus and profit sharingL.E.K. Consulting offers a competitive total rewards package including medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, 401(k) with employer contribution, HSA contributions (where applicable), paid time off, and other firm-sponsored benefitsThis role follows our hybrid work model for U.S. offices.  We require employees to be in their assigned home office Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday each week, as well as the first Friday of each month  International candidates will be considered. L.E.K. Consulting will assist you as necessary in accordance with our policy of obtaining employment authorization, however; we cannot guarantee that work authorization will be granted L.E.K. Consulting is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all qualified individuals regardless of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law In accordance with applicable state and local laws, we will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and for sincerely held religious beliefs, practices, or observances