Senior Manager, Strategic Planning - Group Medicare

Position Summary

Aetna's Group Medicare organization helps employers deliver high-quality, affordable healthcare coverage to retirees nationwide. As a Senior Manager of Strategic Planning, you will shape growth and competitive strategy in a dynamic, rapidly evolving market. This role supports the Group Medicare Strategy team, driving end-to-end strategic planning and aligning initiatives with business priorities.

• Collaborate with sales, underwriting, finance, and operations to align plans, manage timelines, and identify risks.
• Own the development and continuous refinement of market insights, competitor positioning, and translate dynamics into actionable strategy.
• Synthesize complex data into clear insights and recommendations for executive decision‑making.
• Lead the development of business reviews, strategic updates, and executive‑level materials.
• Ensure enterprise and partner strategies are clearly translated, shared, and executed.
• Lead the annual and multi‑year strategic planning process, establishing structures for execution and accountability.
• Maintain performance monitoring frameworks, track progress, and refine strategy accordingly.
• Advise on growth opportunities, performance improvement, and market positioning.
• Coordinate strategic forums and events, including content development, logistics, and follow‑through.
• Identify and implement process improvements to streamline workflows and maintain momentum.

• 7+ years of experience in strategy, project or program management, preferably in healthcare or insurance.
• Proven record managing large‑scale projects from inception to completion with deliverables met on schedule.
• Strong data analysis and problem‑solving skills to identify trends, assess risks, and inform decisions.
• Ability to build and sustain relationships across diverse teams and functions.
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, influencing senior executives and stakeholders.
• Experience presenting to audiences at all levels and building trust and respect.
• Capacity to manage multiple priorities, operate amid ambiguity, and deliver under tight timelines.
• Self‑starter with a growth mindset, confidence to work independently and drive initiatives without detailed directions.
• Experience with competitive intelligence, market analysis, and translating insights into strategy.

• Background in Medicare strategy.
• Chief of Staff or Strategy leadership experience.
• Project management certification.
• Advanced analytical mindset connecting market dynamics to business implications.
• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree preferred.

Typical pay range: $75,400.00 – $. The actual base salary depends on experience, education, geography, and other factors. The position is eligible for bonus, commission, short‑term incentive, and equity award programs.

This full‑time position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverage, paid time off, retirement savings options, wellness programs, and other resources based on eligibility.

Qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with federal, state, and local laws.