Strategic Initiatives Consultant - Technology

Strategic Initiatives Consultant - Technology

• Full-time
• Department:
  Technology
• Pay Grade: 26

Why Wellmark
:
We are a mutual insurance company owned by our policy holders across Iowa and South Dakota, and we’ve built our reputation on over 80 years’ worth of trust. We are not motivated by profits. We are motivated by the well-being of our friends, family, and neighbors–our members. If you’re passionate about joining an organization working hard to put its members first, to provide best‑in‑class service, and one that is committed to sustainability and innovation, consider applying today!

Why Wellmark Technology?Wellmark is building innovative, modern solutions using cutting edge technology. We are driving organizational transformation and business strategy by empowering our technology team to innovate new and elegant solutions to enhance the customer experience. Together, we are leaning into the future, owning the outcome, and driving organizational change to transform how we work.

The Strategic Initiatives Consultant for Technology will serve in a key, high‑profile role accountable for the execution, shaping, and ongoing monitoring of a comprehensive Technology division roadmap. This individual will establish the governance, planning, and operational processes necessary to drive successful delivery of division priorities and enterprise technology initiatives.

Leveraging expertise in technology strategy, program management, process improvement, data analysis, and business planning, this role will translate complex information into actionable insights that enable informed decision‑making and measurable progress. The consultant will proactively analyze operational and strategic data, identify trends, risks, opportunities, and dependencies, and provide recommendations that improve efficiency, effectiveness, and value delivery across the Technology division.

The Strategic Initiatives Consultant for Technology will be instrumental in identifying, developing, prioritizing, and implementing initiatives that advance Technology's strategic objectives, modernize capabilities, improve operational performance, and support Wellmark's corporate strategy and business outcomes. Through strong analytical, facilitation, and communication skills, this individual will effectively synthesize data, tell compelling stories, and deliver executive‑level insights that drive action and results.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
• 7+ years of experience in technology, strategy, consulting, program management, or related fields.
• Demonstrated success leading complex, cross‑functional initiatives with senior leaders.
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills, including the ability to assess data, risks, opportunities, and dependencies and develop actionable recommendations.
• Ability to synthesize complex business and technology information into clear executive‑level insights and communications.
• Strong planning, prioritization, facilitation, relationship‑building, and change leadership skills.
• Strong business acumen and ability to connect technology investments and initiatives to strategic objectives and business outcomes.
• Proficient with Microsoft Office.

• Experience supporting technology organizations, digital transformation, enterprise platforms, product delivery, infrastructure, cybersecurity, data and analytics, or related technology functions.
• Experience with portfolio management, strategic planning, technology governance, or executive reporting.
• Familiarity with Agile, Lean, Product, Program, or Portfolio Management practices.

• a. Partner with Technology leadership to identify, assess, prioritize, and execute strategic technology initiatives that advance…