Sr. Manager, Partner Success

At Strive Health, patients come first. We’re on a mission to transform chronic conditions by identifying risk earlier, coordinating thoughtful care, and supporting people through every stage of their health journey. Our work reduces emergency visits, improves outcomes, and helps patients live fuller lives. You’ll work alongside passionate Strivers who care deeply about making an impact, show up for one another as One Team, and find ways to elevate the everyday. If you’re looking for meaningful work where your contributions truly matter, you’ll feel right at home at Strive! Hybrid-Remote Flexibility – Work from home while fulfilling in-person needs at the office, clinic, or patient home visits. Comprehensive Benefits – Medical, dental, and vision insurance, employee assistance programs, employer-paid and voluntary life and disability insurance, plus health and flexible spending accounts. Financial & Retirement Support – Competitive compensation with a performance-based bonus program, 401k with employer match, and financial wellness resources. Time Off & Leave – Paid holidays, vacation time, sick time, and paid birth‑giving, bonding, sabbatical, and living donor leaves. Wellness & Growth – Family forming services through Maven Maternity at no cost and physical wellness perks, mental health support, and an annual professional development stipend. To learn more about our offerings, click here . What You’ll Do Consult and advise clients (health plans and risk-bearing provider organizations) to drive transformational results. The Senior Manager, Partner Success will be responsible for independently managing relationships with day‑to‑day contact at our clients to deliver on Strive’s value proposition and identify and execute partnership expansion opportunities, renewals and renegotiations. They are also responsible for defining strategies to extend Strive’s reach within the organization—both to the executive team and to regional operators—and ensuring successful execution. This is a hybrid position based in Denver, CO with an expectation to work onsite at our headquarters two days per week to collaborate, connect, and enjoy the energy of our office culture. Candidates should be located within a commutable distance to our Denver‑based HQ. This position will also do client‑side travel as needed. Effective communication with partners, tactical issue resolution and risk mitigation must be leveraged to ensure healthy client relationships. This role is responsible for market-leading partner success for Strive’s clients. You will be accountable for framing business problems and executing to drive impact and value for the client, acting as a knowledgeable resource to assist with day‑to‑day problem solving. Superior analytical, quantitative, and conceptual thinking skills and strong interpersonal and communication skills will ensure team performance and client success. Additionally, being knowledgeable with value‑based agreements and associated administration; measuring performance, financial reconciliations and settlements, and impact on operations are core attributes for success in this role. Essential Functions Client Relationship Management Own account relationships, acting as the main point of contact for clients and optimizing client interactions. Develop and execute a relationship management strategy that embeds Strive deeply within our partners’ executive teams and regional operators (P&L owners). Voice of the Client & Operations Partnership Lead development of annual account plans that reflect client feedback, operational priorities and strategic objectives. Convene across Operations, Finance, Analytics and other key teams to ensure execution on the Account Plan, escalating resource needs to leadership as needed. Ensure close partnership and alignment with operational leaders on successfully implementing and executing the account plan. Escalate operational concerns about contractual terms and determine paths to resolution, including but not limited to renegotiation. Based on client feedback, identify opportunities for product development, organizational improvement and support development, rationalization, and execution of initiatives. Establish a regular cadence for internal executive and other departmental client updates along with appropriate risk identification and issue resolution tactics. StriveValue Communication Develop a communication plan—extending beyond JOCs / QBRs—to communicate partnership value & Strive thought leadership. Proactively solicit client feedback outside of our customer surveys to ensure satisfaction and renewal / expansion. Develop a strategy for and lead same store growth efforts to support Strive’s annual financial objectives; expansion should evaluate geographic, line of business and new product (e.g. CHF) opportunities. Lead renewals and renegotiations, incorporating learnings from Strive experience to optimize operational and financial terms. Minimum Qualifications 7+ years’ experience in healthcare client management. 4+ years’ experience with value-based care contracting and government program experience. Ability to travel and be onsite to meet business needs. Internet Connectivity - Min Speeds: 3.8Mbps/3.0Mbps (up/down): Latency Preferred Qualifications Prior experience as a consultant or a CS role in a health tech start‑up. Ability to build and optimize internal and external networks and relationships. Top-tier interpersonal skills with the ability to project professional competence, leadership capability, and personal maturity. Mission-driven and motivated to join an organization that is transforming kidney care. Ability to manage multiple stakeholder priorities and organize around a common goal. Demonstrated aptitude for analytical and conceptual problem solving superior quantitative analysis skills. Advanced graduate degree strongly preferred (e.g. MBA, MS). Advanced skills in Excel, PowerPoint, and Word. Annual Salary Range: $108,500 - $136,000. This position is also eligible for a target annual bonus of 15%. Final compensation will be determined based on location, experience, and qualifications. Strive Health is an equal opportunity employer and drug‑free workplace. At this time Strive Health is unable to provide work visa sponsorship. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Please apply even if you feel you do not meet all qualifications. If you require reasonable accommodation in completing this application, interviewing, completing any pre‑employment testing, or otherwise participating in the employee selection process, please direct your inquiries to View email address on click.appcast.io. We do not accept unsolicited resumes from outside recruiters/placement agencies. Strive Health will not pay fees associated with resumes presented through unsolicited means. #J-18808-Ljbffr Strive Health