Job description

The Strategy and Innovation team at BCBST is looking to add a Strategy Analyst to our team. We are seeking a candidate who brings a strong analytical skillset, demonstrated expertise in financial analysis and modeling, and a proven ability to translate complex data and strategic insights into clear, concise deliverables tailored for senior leadership. In this role, you'll conduct competitive intelligence and develop financial analyses and reports to evaluate business and investment performance, assess strategic initiatives, and identify operational risks. Although this is a remote position, our team values in-person collaboration and typically gathers 1-2 days per week at our Chattanooga headquarters. To support this team dynamic, we kindly give preference to candidates located within a 50-mile radius of Chattanooga. Job Responsibilities • Analyze public filings, earnings calls, press releases, and market data to uncover strategic actions by key competitors; synthesize insights into clear reports and dashboards, and deliver timely alerts to leadership on emerging risks and opportunities in the market. • Create and deliver ad-hoc financial analyses and dynamic models to evaluate business performance, strategic initiatives, and operational risks. Deliver insights in a clear, actionable format to support executive decision-making. • Maintain reporting and performance tracking for the company's alternative investment portfolio, delivering insights on returns and strategic alignment. Support engagement with portfolio companies and monitor trends in the private equity and venture capital healthcare market to inform investment strategy. • Developing presentations to report findings, interpret data analysis, and make recommendations based on results. • Evaluates and distills analyses conducted by other departments and/or outside consultants. • Support enterprise priorities, initiatives, and projects by assisting Manager of Strategy and Innovation identify key business issues, outlining strategic alternatives, and recommending action plans. Job Qualifications Education • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent work experience required. Equivalent experience is defined as 4 years of professional work experience in a corporate environment Experience • 2+ years of experience in strategy, corporate finance, investment banking, consulting, or a related field-experience within healthcare or insurance is a plus. Skills\Certifications • Ability to work independently with minimal supervision or function in a team environment sharing responsibility, roles and accountability. • Strong financial modeling, data analysis, and presentation skills. • Proficient in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint) • Ability to work independently under general supervision and collaboratively as part of a team in a fast-paced environment • Excellent oral and written communication skills • Strong interpersonal and organizational skills • Demonstrated familiarity with financial concepts, including ROI and pro forma modeling • Demonstrated competency in strategic thinking, with strong abilities in relationship management Number of Openings Available: 1 Worker Type: Employee Company: BCBST BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee, Inc. Applying for this job indicates your acknowledgement and understanding of the following statements: BCBST will recruit, hire, train and promote individuals in all job classifications without regard to race, religion, color, age, sex, national origin, citizenship, pregnancy, veteran status, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Further information regarding BCBST's EEO Policies/Notices may be found by reviewing the following page: BCBST's EEO Policies/Notices BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee is not accepting unsolicited assistance from search firms for this employment opportunity. All resumes submitted by search firms to any employee at BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee via-email, the Internet or any other method without a valid, written Direct Placement Agreement in place for this position from BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee HR/Talent Acquisition will not be considered. No fee will be paid in the event the applicant is hired by BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee as a result of the referral or through other means.

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