Associate Principal Payer Partnerships

Job Summary

To expand strategic partnerships within the healthcare sector, the remote Associate Principal, Payer Partnerships will manage commercial relationships, develop patient acquisition strategies, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance Headway's presence and effectiveness in the mental health market.

Key responsibilities

• Develop and strengthen senior-level relationships with commercial leadership at health plan partners
• Formulate strategies for patient acquisition channels and identify opportunities for deeper engagement
• Drive strategic initiatives that deepen partnerships and document approaches for scalability

Required qualifications

• Minimum of 7+ years of experience in healthcare, preferably in Business Development or Strategic Partnerships
• Proven track record of building relationships in complex organizations
• Experience with the commercial side of healthcare, particularly in digital health with payer or employer exposure
• Ability to navigate ambiguity and proactively identify solutions
• Strong operational skills to manage multiple high-impact customers effectively