Vice President, Healthcare Strategist

General Summary:Data Axle is a leader in data solutions that drive meaningful connections between companies and people. We harness data, AI, and technology to create authentic, personalized experiences to improve our clients' business performance. Recognized for delivering innovative B2B and B2C solutions and exceptional service for more than five decades, our global team is dedicated to helping businesses and nonprofits of all sizes thrive. We are currently seeking a Vice President, Healthcare Strategist - Payer.This position is responsible for leading the development and execution of Data Axle's healthcare vertical strategy across payer and provider markets. The Vice President, Healthcare Strategy - Payer role serves as a senior strategic leader and trusted advisor to executive-level client stakeholders while shaping Data Axle's go-to-market strategy, product positioning, and thought leadership within the healthcare industry.Reporting to the Chief Operating Officer, this role partners closely with General Managers, Product leadership, Sales, Data Science, and Client Services teams to deliver measurable outcomes for clients across marketing, sales, patient/member engagement, distribution, and operational performance. The VP operates in both client-facing and market-shaping capacities to drive growth, innovation, and long-term enterprise value.Essential Job Functions: *Develop and lead healthcare vertical strategy across payer and provider marketsServe as a senior strategic advisor to executive client stakeholders, delivering consultative engagements from problem framing through solution development and measurable value realizationBuild and deepen C-suite relationships across marketing, sales, operations, and executive leadership within client organizationsDevelop and execute multi-year account strategies that drive expansion, retention, and long-term partnership growthIdentify and activate new use cases for Data Axle's data, analytics, and identity solutions across payer and provider environmentsInfluence vertical-specific product and service design in collaboration with Product, Data Science, Agency, and Client Service teamsShape and support go-to-market strategies for healthcare segments, including messaging, positioning, and solution packagingSupport complex sales pursuits as a subject matter expert and executive sponsorRepresent Data Axle at industry conferences, executive forums, and thought leadership eventsDevelop vertical-specific content including webinars, white papers, presentations, and market insightsCollaborate cross-functionally to ensure integrated delivery of healthcare solutions across teamsMaintain awareness of healthcare regulatory, operational, and market trends impacting payer and provider organizations* Essential functions are the basic job duties that an employee must be able to perform, with or without reasonable accommodation.Supportive Job Functions: *Perform other miscellaneous duties as assigned by managementKnowledge, Skill, and Abilities:Deep knowledge of healthcare payer and provider markets, including Medicare, Medicaid, employer-sponsored plans, and commercial segmentsStrong understanding of healthcare utilization, cost management, risk adjustment, member acquisition and retention strategiesFamiliarity with provider systems, hospital networks, brokers, and related healthcare ecosystemsExpertise in consultative strategy development and enterprise account growthStrong knowledge of data and analytics solutions, including demographic/behavioral data, claims and eligibility data, identity resolution, segmentation, and measurement frameworksExecutive-level communication and presentation skillsAbility to influence cross-functional stakeholders and operate effectively in a matrix organizationStrong analytical and strategic problem-solving capabilitiesAbility to originate and lead executive-level conversations with prospects and clientsHigh level of business acumen and industry credibilityEducation, Experience, and Certification: *Bachelor's degree required; advanced degree preferred10+ years of experience in healthcare consulting, payer/provider leadership, marketing agency leadership, or enterprise consultative sales rolesProven track record of growing large enterprise accounts and leading multi-stakeholder healthcare strategiesDemonstrated experience serving both payer and provider organizationsExperience influencing product and go-to-market strategy within healthcare markets preferred* Minimum requirements needed to perform the job.Scope of Job:Senior executive-level individual contributor roleReports to the Chief Operating OfficerOperates with broad strategic autonomy and enterprise-wide influenceRegular interaction with executive-level internal and external stakeholdersBoston location preferred; open to remote within the U.S.Frequent client travel requiredErrors may significantly impact revenue, enterprise partnerships, and vertical market positioningRegular access to confidential company and client informationCompensation Transparency Where required, Data Axle will provide the compensation range for this role upon request. Please contact us or email us at applicant@ to receive compensation and benefits information for this role. Please include the job title and/or job ID of the role you are interested in. Affirmative Action / EEO Statement Data Axle is committed to attracting, retaining, and engaging employees from all backgrounds. We provide equal employment opportunities regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, disability, race, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic. We also provide reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Created: 2026-04-02