Strategy Associate

Gallagher•Chicago, IL

1d•Remote

About The Position

At Gallagher Benefit Services, you’re a trusted partner to organizations navigating some of their most important people decisions. We help clients build better workplaces, where people feel supported, empowered, and inspired to thrive. Whether it’s shaping benefit strategies, designing wellbeing programs, or advising on workforce challenges, the work you do here creates meaningful change for businesses and the people who power them. We’re a community of bold explorers, trusted experts, and compassionate partners; working side by side to solve problems, and shape the future of work. Here, curiosity is encouraged, collaboration is second nature, and your ideas have room to grow. If you’re looking for a place where your contribution matters and where you can help build a better world of work; think of Gallagher. Overview Your Way Insurance is a people-first organization built on compassion, integrity, and service. We help seniors find Medicare plans that truly fit their needs through a one-stop shopping experience that makes comparing top national health insurance carriers simple and stress-free. Now part of Gallagher, a global leader in insurance, risk management, and consulting, you'll join a network of professionals committed to empowering individuals, businesses, and communities to thrive. Whether you're supporting clients directly or contributing behind the scenes, you'll be part of a culture defined by shared values, excellence, and a passion for doing what's right. Our Strategy team drives decision-making and execution across Your Way Insurance. We work collaboratively to define strategic roadmaps, execute initiatives, build impactful reporting and dashboards, and manage operations. This remote role offers immediate ownership opportunities, a supportive team, and the chance to see your projects come to life from ideation through implementation. How you'll make an impact In this role, you'll take ownership of strategic initiatives from start to finish. You'll launch new products and technologies, expand sales channels, and improve sales performance. Acting as a key business partner, you'll collaborate across departments like Sales, Operations, and Compliance to identify opportunities for process improvement and provide strategic support. You'll prepare executive-level presentation materials to communicate project progress and insights effectively. By building comprehensive reporting and dashboards, you'll analyze data, test hypotheses, and provide actionable recommendations to enable informed decision-making. Additionally, you'll foster cross-functional collaboration through effective project management and stakeholder engagement, ensuring alignment and success across teams. Supporting responsibilities include: Leading initiatives to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness. Developing tools and resources to support strategic decision-making. Ensuring clear communication of project goals and progress to stakeholders.

Requirements

2-5 years of experience in Management Consulting or a similar field. Healthcare project experience is a plus.
Experience managing multiple cross-functional projects simultaneously, ensuring deadlines are met and objectives are achieved.
Ability to direct peers and working group members, oversee project execution, and lead meetings with clear outcomes.
Analytical skills to test hypotheses, inform executive decision-making, and implement initiatives using data-driven insights.
Proficiency in Excel for data analysis; experience in advanced tools like PowerBI is a plus.
Expertise in creating executive-level presentations using Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint).
A collaborative mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
A Bachelor’s degree in business, STEM, or a related field.

Nice To Haves

Healthcare project experience is a plus.
Experience in advanced tools like PowerBI is a plus.

Responsibilities

Leading initiatives to improve organizational efficiency and effectiveness.
Developing tools and resources to support strategic decision-making.
Ensuring clear communication of project goals and progress to stakeholders.

Benefits

Medical/dental/vision plans, which start from day one!
Life and accident insurance
401(K) and Roth options
Tax-advantaged accounts (HSA, FSA)
Educational expense reimbursement
Paid parental leave
Digital mental health services (Talkspace)
Flexible work hours (availability varies by office and job function)
Training programs
Gallagher Thrive program – elevating your health through challenges, workshops and digital fitness programs for your overall wellbeing
Charitable matching gift program