Business Development and Strategy Associate

Summary

Join Shields Health Solutions as a Business Development Associate and contribute to a growing team. This hands-on, analytical role involves creating financial models, developing partnership strategies, and presenting analyses to health system leadership. You will conduct market research, support new initiatives, and work with cross-functional teams. The ideal candidate is a self-starter with 2-3 years of experience in a highly analytical field and strong communication and presentation skills. Preference is given to candidates residing in EST/CST time zones. This position offers high visibility within the company and opportunities to make an immediate impact.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience
• 2-3 years of experience working in an analytically intensive field (investment banking, management consulting, corporate development) or business development operations experience at another high growth company
• Entrepreneurial attitude - willingness to roll up their sleeves and work alongside staff to make things happen quickly
• Self-starter who is able to work independently with limited oversight from managers
• Highly motivated and results-driven professional who thrives in a team-oriented environment
• Analytically oriented person who makes and defends decisions based on hard data
• Experience and interest in presenting to C-level executives
• Strong Excel and PowerPoint skills, including financial modeling and data visualization
• Outstanding written and verbal communication skills

Responsibilities

• Lead and own the creation of detailed analyses, financial models, and pitch materials for new health system partners and new business opportunities
• Work closely with sales and clinical leaders to develop a partnership strategy based on health system needs and financial data
• Serve as part of the client-facing deal team, presenting financial and strategic analyses to health system leadership
• Support the execution of new business and strategic initiatives for senior leadership
• Perform comprehensive and in-depth competitor, new business, and industry research
• Organize and prioritize critical issues and required information for the leadership team to facilitate efficient decision making
• Work with cross-functional teams to support new partnerships and provide client-oriented solutions

Preferred Qualifications

• Healthcare experience or passion for the industry
• Professionals will likely travel 25% of their time, meeting with partners
• It is preferred that the candidate live in EST/CST time zones