Engagement Manager – Health and Life Sciences

Marsh McLennan

. Lead teams of consultants in complex analysis and problem solving .

Posted 10/14/2026full-timeUnited StatesSeniorLead💰 $225,000 - $240,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities, with extensive experience in healthcare or life sciences strategy consulting. Proven ability to lead teams, manage client relationships, and effectively communicate insights to senior executives.

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Healthcare Strategy ConsultingTeam LeadershipAnalytical SkillsClient Relationship ManagementCommunication Skills

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Hard Skills

Data CollectionModel CreationPrimary ResearchSecondary ResearchHypothesis DevelopmentProblem StructuringAnalytical TechniquesWorkflow ManagementCase ManagementBusiness Development

Soft Skills

CoachingProblem SolvingPresentation SkillsConfidenceUpward Management

Industry Keywords

Life SciencesPayersHealth ServicesPrivate EquityTransactions

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead teams of consultants in complex analysis and problem solving
Structure problems, apply analytical techniques, synthesize findings, and identify client implications
Plan and execute project-module analyses
Develop hypotheses, manage data collection, create models, conduct analyses, perform primary and secondary research, and surface insights
Support Partners' project execution through case management, work planning, workflow management, upward management, and coaching/developing team members
Manage client relationships and networks
Present to board audiences and work daily with clients
Communicate issues and solutions effectively in written and verbal formats
Serve as the primary contact point for senior client executives and Oliver Wyman consultants on client engagements

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years of experience in healthcare or life sciences strategy consulting preferred; a combination of strategy consulting and health or life sciences industry experience will be considered
Experience with transactions/private equity
Solid industry knowledge in payers/health services, providers, or life sciences
Track record of leading and managing teams and delivering against tight deadlines in fast-paced and demanding environments
Strong conceptual problem-solving and analytical skills
Ability to apply content knowledge for thought leadership and develop intellectual capital for business development
Outstanding communication skills and confidence presenting to senior executives
Undergraduate or advanced degree from a top academic program
Willingness to travel
Unrestricted U.S. work authorization required for U.S. office locations
Oliver Wyman does not offer sponsorship for this position
CPT and OPT are restricted forms of work authorization

Benefits

Comp & perks

Performance-based incentives may be available
Health and welfare benefits
Tuition assistance
401K savings
Other retirement programs
Employee assistance programs
Flexible work environment
Remote-work flexibility
Collaboration, connection, and professional development benefits from working in the office