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Challenging the organization and working across-departments, the Discovery and Strategic Partnerships Lead enables the enterprise to effectively and intentionally collaborate with best-in-class strategic partners to advance our clinical and experience objectives. The Discovery and Strategic Partnership team manages research independently, with subject matter experts, and cross-functional stakeholders to identify emerging opportunities in the Medicare clinical space. The Lead conducts targeted evaluations of vendor solutions that address defined business problems.
While working in a highly matrixed environment, the Discovery and Strategic Partnership team leads market landscape research and vendor reviews to identify key partners who are solving clinical problems and engaging in value-based agreements. The Lead uses this data to craft recommendations to senior executives regarding business strategy. This person is self-driven and exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues.
In this role you will:
- Lead strategic vendor landscape research and evaluation for solutions aimed to improve clinical outcomes for the Medicare population
- Lead initial screening of companies, defining key requirements and evaluation criteria with business owners, leading evaluation meetings with prospective strategic partners, and analysis needed to make a recommendation
- Manage relationships with key internal business partners like Market Operations, Clinical Strategy, Retail Product & Growth, Vendor Management, Value-Based Strategies, and Clinical Analytics
- Structure and lead research and analysis on consumer and industry trends; market landscaping for specific clinical priority areas
- Translating ambiguity into structured framework and/or processes
The successful associate:
- Problem solver - Demonstrates critical thinking and analytical skills required to understand problems to solve, desired future state, required capabilities; and develops the framework and criteria for rigorous evaluation of solution or strategic partner options. Identify external considerations and potential conflicts.
- Partnership builder - Brings expertise and/or identifies subject matter experts to analyze and synthesize information, develop insights and produce recommendations based on company and external data analysis. Ensures that recommendations align with corporate vision.
- Team mentality - Is a team player who has demonstrated success building collaborative working relationships. Is adept at navigating and managing communications and relationships with internal associates at all levels (including senior leaders), as well as c-suite level leaders from external companies.
- Drive for greatness - Seeks to “connect the dots” and has a hunger for understanding a wide range of business problems and industry dynamics that impact Humana’s business.
- Program and project management - Ensures consistent, high-quality execution. Takes ownership of their work, proactively identifying potential barriers and seeking creative solutions to overcoming obstacles.
Use your skills to make an impact
Role Essentials
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7+ years in business strategy, finance, clinical discipline, product development, and/or innovation
- 2+ years of cross-functional leadership experience with internal and external partners
- Strong research skills, able to leverage multiple avenues for investigation into market trends and vendor viability; very strong AI prompt writing skills
- Proven success in breaking down complex problems into hypotheses, developing clear plans for validation, and using data to refine concepts
- Experience presenting to the executive level individuals
- Proven ability to challenge the status quo and drive innovation
- Strong critical thinking skills, analytical experience, and business acumen
- Strategic thinker who can identify, prioritize, structure, and solve complex business problems, then present synthesized insights that are accessible and actionable to leadership
- Proven track record of launching an idea internally or externally that required synthesis of disparate points of view/ insights/data and creating a cohesive narrative, plan and outcome
- Ability to conduct, interpret, and leverage data and analytics to improve strategy and make recommendations
- Microsoft Excel modeling (Basic) & PowerPoint presentation skills
Role Desirables
- Proven track record of launching an idea internally or externally that required synthesis of disparate points of view/ insights/data and creating a cohesive narrative, plan and outcome
- 5 years or more health insurance, healthcare vendor, clinical direct care, finance (PE, VC, IB, M&A, contracting), or consulting experience
- Prior experience working directly with consumers/customers, running experiments, in-market testing, understanding what is required to launch products, and contracting
Additional Information
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$115,200 - $158,400 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 04-29-2026
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
Become a part of our caring community
Challenging the organization and working across-departments, the Discovery and Strategic Partnerships Lead enables the enterprise to effectively and intentionally collaborate with best-in-class strategic partners to advance our clinical and experience objectives. The Discovery and Strategic Partnership team manages research independently, with subject matter experts, and cross-functional stakeholders to identify emerging opportunities in the Medicare clinical space. The Lead conducts targeted evaluations of vendor solutions that address defined business problems.
While working in a highly matrixed environment, the Discovery and Strategic Partnership team leads market landscape research and vendor reviews to identify key partners who are solving clinical problems and engaging in value-based agreements. The Lead uses this data to craft recommendations to senior executives regarding business strategy. This person is self-driven and exercises independent judgment and decision making on complex issues.
In this role you will:
- Lead strategic vendor landscape research and evaluation for solutions aimed to improve clinical outcomes for the Medicare population
- Lead initial screening of companies, defining key requirements and evaluation criteria with business owners, leading evaluation meetings with prospective strategic partners, and analysis needed to make a recommendation
- Manage relationships with key internal business partners like Market Operations, Clinical Strategy, Retail Product & Growth, Vendor Management, Value-Based Strategies, and Clinical Analytics
- Structure and lead research and analysis on consumer and industry trends; market landscaping for specific clinical priority areas
- Translating ambiguity into structured framework and/or processes
The successful associate:
- Problem solver - Demonstrates critical thinking and analytical skills required to understand problems to solve, desired future state, required capabilities; and develops the framework and criteria for rigorous evaluation of solution or strategic partner options. Identify external considerations and potential conflicts.
- Partnership builder - Brings expertise and/or identifies subject matter experts to analyze and synthesize information, develop insights and produce recommendations based on company and external data analysis. Ensures that recommendations align with corporate vision.
- Team mentality - Is a team player who has demonstrated success building collaborative working relationships. Is adept at navigating and managing communications and relationships with internal associates at all levels (including senior leaders), as well as c-suite level leaders from external companies.
- Drive for greatness - Seeks to “connect the dots” and has a hunger for understanding a wide range of business problems and industry dynamics that impact Humana’s business.
- Program and project management - Ensures consistent, high-quality execution. Takes ownership of their work, proactively identifying potential barriers and seeking creative solutions to overcoming obstacles.
Use your skills to make an impact
Role Essentials
- Bachelor's Degree
- 7+ years in business strategy, finance, clinical discipline, product development, and/or innovation
- 2+ years of cross-functional leadership experience with internal and external partners
- Strong research skills, able to leverage multiple avenues for investigation into market trends and vendor viability; very strong AI prompt writing skills
- Proven success in breaking down complex problems into hypotheses, developing clear plans for validation, and using data to refine concepts
- Experience presenting to the executive level individuals
- Proven ability to challenge the status quo and drive innovation
- Strong critical thinking skills, analytical experience, and business acumen
- Strategic thinker who can identify, prioritize, structure, and solve complex business problems, then present synthesized insights that are accessible and actionable to leadership
- Proven track record of launching an idea internally or externally that required synthesis of disparate points of view/ insights/data and creating a cohesive narrative, plan and outcome
- Ability to conduct, interpret, and leverage data and analytics to improve strategy and make recommendations
- Microsoft Excel modeling (Basic) & PowerPoint presentation skills
Role Desirables
- Proven track record of launching an idea internally or externally that required synthesis of disparate points of view/ insights/data and creating a cohesive narrative, plan and outcome
- 5 years or more health insurance, healthcare vendor, clinical direct care, finance (PE, VC, IB, M&A, contracting), or consulting experience
- Prior experience working directly with consumers/customers, running experiments, in-market testing, understanding what is required to launch products, and contracting
Additional Information
To ensure Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees’ ability to work effectively, the self-provided internet service of Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees must meet the following criteria:
At minimum, a download speed of 25 Mbps and an upload speed of 10 Mbps is required; wireless, wired cable or DSL connection is suggested.
Satellite, cellular and microwave connection can be used only if approved by leadership.
Employees who live and work from Home in the state of California, Illinois, Montana, or South Dakota will be provided a bi-weekly payment for their internet expense.
Humana will provide Home or Hybrid Home/Office employees with telephone equipment appropriate to meet the business requirements for their position/job.
Work from a dedicated space lacking ongoing interruptions to protect member PHI / HIPAA information.
Travel: While this is a remote position, occasional travel to Humana's offices for training or meetings may be required.
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Pay Range
The compensation range below reflects a good faith estimate of starting base pay for full time (40 hours per week) employment at the time of posting. The pay range may be higher or lower based on geographic location and individual pay will vary based on demonstrated job related skills, knowledge, experience, education, certifications, etc.
$115,200 - $158,400 per year
This job is eligible for a bonus incentive plan. This incentive opportunity is based upon company and/or individual performance.
Description of Benefits
Humana, Inc. and its affiliated subsidiaries (collectively, “Humana”) offers competitive benefits that support whole-person well-being. Associate benefits are designed to encourage personal wellness and smart healthcare decisions for you and your family while also knowing your life extends outside of work. Among our benefits, Humana provides medical, dental and vision benefits, 401(k) retirement savings plan, time off (including paid time off, company and personal holidays, volunteer time off, paid parental and caregiver leave), short-term and long-term disability, life insurance and many other opportunities.
Application Deadline: 04-29-2026
About us
About Humana: Humana Inc. (NYSE: HUM) is a leading U.S. healthcare company. Through our Humana insurance services and our CenterWell healthcare services, we make it easier for the millions of people we serve to achieve their best health – delivering the care and service they need, when they need it. These efforts are leading to a better quality of life for people with Medicare and Medicaid, families, individuals, military service personnel, and communities at large. Learn more about what we offer at Humana.com and at CenterWell.com.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of Humana not to discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, marital status, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. It is also the policy of Humana to take affirmative action, in compliance with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act and VEVRAA, to employ and to advance in employment individuals with disability or protected veteran status, and to base all employment decisions only on valid job requirements. This policy shall apply to all employment actions, including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, upgrading, promotion, transfer, demotion, layoff, recall, termination, rates of pay or other forms of compensation and selection for training, including apprenticeship, at all levels of employment.
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Frame Your Strategy Experience Around Healthcare Outcomes
Humana prioritizes Strategy Leads who can connect corporate planning to healthcare delivery and member outcomes. Reframe consulting or corporate strategy experience around population health, value-based care models, or health plan operations before you apply.
Target Roles Requiring PERM-Eligible Qualifications Early
If you're pursuing a Green Card through Humana, PERM requires the employer to show no qualified U.S. workers are available. Positions requiring specialized healthcare strategy credentials or an MBA with actuarial or clinical focus tend to clear that bar more reliably.
Align Your Application to Humana's Corporate Strategy Cycles
Humana's strategy function hires heavily around annual planning cycles, typically in Q3 and Q4. Submitting applications during this window puts you in front of hiring managers when headcount is actively being approved, which matters for timely LCA filing with DOL.
Use Migrate Mate to Filter Open Strategy Lead Roles
Not every Strategy Lead posting at Humana is tied to active sponsorship. Use Migrate Mate to filter roles by visa type so you're applying specifically to positions where H-1B, TN, or OPT sponsorship is already confirmed, not assumed.
Clarify Your OPT or Grace Period Timeline Before Offer Stage
If you're on F-1 OPT, Humana's HR team will need to confirm your STEM extension eligibility or cap-gap coverage before extending an offer. Have your I-20, EAD, and degree field documentation ready so there's no delay when the conversation turns to start dates.
Negotiate the Petition Timeline Into Your Offer Discussion
For H-1B transfers, USCIS portability lets you start work once the petition is filed, not after approval. Confirm with Humana's immigration counsel whether they use premium processing by default, since Strategy Lead roles often require a rapid transition between employers.
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Does Humana sponsor H-1B visas for Strategy Leads?
Yes, Humana sponsors H-1B visas for Strategy Lead roles. The company works with immigration counsel to file Labor Condition Applications with the DOL and submit petitions to USCIS. If you're transferring from another employer, Humana can file an H-1B transfer that allows you to begin work upon receipt, without waiting for full approval.
Which visa types does Humana commonly use for Strategy Lead roles?
H-1B is the most common pathway for Strategy Lead roles at Humana, but the company also sponsors F-1 OPT and STEM OPT extensions, TN visas for Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying strategy or management roles, and J-1 visa holders transitioning to full-time employment. EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card sponsorship is available for longer-tenured hires.
What qualifications does Humana expect for Strategy Lead roles?
Most Strategy Lead positions at Humana expect a bachelor's degree in business, economics, public health, or a related field, with an MBA or equivalent graduate degree preferred. Candidates with backgrounds in management consulting, health plan operations, or corporate development are competitive. Experience translating data analysis into executive-level strategic recommendations is consistently prioritized across postings.
How do I apply for Strategy Lead jobs at Humana?
You can browse and apply for Strategy Lead positions at Humana directly through their careers site. To find roles that explicitly include visa sponsorship, use Migrate Mate, which filters Humana's open Strategy Lead positions by visa type so you can target only the roles where sponsorship is confirmed. Apply early in Humana's Q3 to Q4 hiring cycle when strategy headcount is actively approved.
How do I manage the timing between my current visa status and a Humana offer?
If you're on a 60-day grace period after leaving a previous employer, USCIS requires an H-1B transfer petition to be filed before that window closes. Humana's immigration team can file quickly for urgent cases, but notify your recruiter about your status timeline at the offer stage, not after signing, so the LCA and petition process can start without delay.
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