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Associate Director, Pharmacy Consulting
Associate Director, Pharmacy ConsultingWTW • Chicago, Illinois, USA
Associate Director, Pharmacy Consulting

Associate Director, Pharmacy Consulting

WTW • Chicago, Illinois, USA
5 days ago
Job type
  • Full-time
Job description

Description

As a Pharmacy Consultant you will be at the forefront of managing pharmacy benefits projects for clients and leverage your experience as a pharmacy benefits expert to make recommendations on plan design and management. You will participate in new business activities and the creation of new intellectual capital. You will position yourself to grow into a senior relationship management and / or leadership role by serving as the subject matter expert on pharmacy projects and working alongside industry experts on cutting edge solutions.

The ideal candidate is a patient-centric problem solver who possesses the ability to balance client clinical needs and business will collaborate with a strong team of highly experienced consultants within the practice as well as engage in cross-functional activities. A pharmacist is strongly preferred but not required.

Note : Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and / or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.

The Role

  • Lead client Pharmacy engagements for aportfolio of Medium sized clients and / or significantly contributes to large clients in support of :

Pharmacy benefit plan analysis design clinical and cost savings strategies

  • Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM) vendor procurement and negotiation
  • Audits of PBM performance (financial and operational)
  • Strategy for Specialty and other pharmacy projects
  • Support clients in navigating pharmacy concepts strategies and results that effectively drive action and improve plan performance by preparing teams for meetings or directly presenting in meetings
  • Has advanced experience across all Pharmacy activities anddemonstrates knowledge of emerging trends and best practices
  • Understand client needs and preferences; anticipate questions in advance and identify solutions
  • Influence key client decision makers by soliciting their perspectives and addressing their stated needs
  • Leverage advanced knowledge of industry trends available products / solutions and carrier / vendor differentiators to inform and influence client Pharmacy strategies
  • Develop and maintain ongoing relationships with employer and vendor primary contacts to build and enhance WTW and Health & Benefits brand
  • Provides leadership to more junior colleagues on pharmacy concepts strategies and tools
  • Conduct final quality reviews for all types of Pharmacy deliverables
  • Build relationships internally and collaborate effectively on cross-functional teams
  • Actively support new business and prospecting activities
  • Contribute to intellectual capital development
  • Contribute pharmacy and other related perspectives to the broader health and benefits strategy and growth
  • Responsibilities

    Qualifications

    The Requirements

  • 10 years experience in clinical strategy pharmacy benefit management analytics growth and consulting
  • Deep understanding of the pharmacy benefit management and US healthcare ecosystems either at a PBM health plan health tech company or as a benefits consultant
  • A dynamic strategic thinker not afraid to challenge the status quo by asking the hard questions
  • Able to change ambiguity into clarity action and outcomes in a high paced environment that requires the ability to multitask and prioritize.
  • Passionate about patient outcomes client relationships and working with cross functional teams
  • Engaging speaking skills with an ability to communicate complex ideas simply and effectively; ability to speak credibly about clinical technical financial aspects of Willis Towers Watsons offerings
  • Experience in training / mentoring junior staff
  • Excellent Microsoft Office skills particularly in Excel and PowerPoint
  • Availability to travel on an as needed basis
  • Bachelors degree required Masters and / or PharmD degree preferred
  • For pharmacists; actively licensed in home state and in good standing
  • State Life and Health license required within 90 days of joining

    Compensation and Benefits

    Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state / local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors including but not limited to location of the role individual competencies education / professional certifications qualifications / experience performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).

    Compensation

    The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $175000-$200000 USDper year.

    This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.

    Company Benefits

    WTW provides a competitive benefit package which includes the following (eligibility requirements apply) :

  • Health and Welfare Benefits : Medical (including prescription coverage) Dental Vision Health Savings Account Commuter Account Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts Group Accident Group Critical Illness Life Insurance AD&D Group Legal Identify Theft Protection Wellbeing Program and Work / Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
  • Leave Benefits : Paid Holidays Annual Paid Time Off (includes state / local paid leave where required) Short-Term Disability Long-Term Disability Other Leaves (e.g. Bereavement FMLA ADA Jury Duty Military Leave and Parental and Adoption Leave) Paid Time Off
  • Retirement Benefits : Qualified contributory pension plan (if eligible) and 401(k) plan with annual nonelective company contribution. Non-qualified retirement plans available to senior level colleagues who satisfy the plans eligibility requirements.

    Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

    EOE including disability / vets

    Required Experience :

    Director

    Key Skills

    Program assessment,FDA Regulations,Manufacturing & Controls,Program Evaluation,budget forecast,Research Experience,Operations Management,Research & Development,Strategic Planning,Contract Management,Leadership Experience,negotiation

    Employment Type : Full-Time

    Experience : years

    Vacancy : 1

    Monthly Salary Salary : 175000 - 200000

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