Full-Time
Healthcare Consulting Manager
Workforce
Posted on 8/16/2025
Huron
5,001-10,000 employees
Global services firm enabling strategy, transformation
Compensation Overview
$140k - $170k/yr
Chicago, IL, USA
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- Bachelor’s degree required
- 6 + years project leadership and workplan management experience with a focus on workforce, labor productivity and benchmarking
- Relevant hospital operations experience managing department and/or team-based projects with a focus on process re-engineering/performance improvement initiatives and change management within workforce, AND/OR
- Project leadership and project-plan management experience within a consulting firm setting with a focus on workforce management
- The ability to travel based on client, enterprise, or project needs is an essential function of this role. While travel requirements may vary based on business need, the current average travel in the Healthcare practice is less than 50%, annually.
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel)
- US Work Authorization required
- Lead multi-workstream healthcare workforce engagements from strategy through implementation, ensuring solutions align with client business objectives and patient care priorities.
- Analyze and interpret complex labor, productivity, and staffing data to identify opportunities for performance improvement, cost management, and operational efficiency.
- Partner with client leaders and project teams to optimize staffing models, improve skill mix, and enable clinicians to practice at the top of license.
- Design and implement workforce strategies to reduce premium labor and agency dependency, while aligning flexible staffing models to fluctuating demand.
- Communicate insights, recommendations, and progress updates clearly to stakeholders at all levels, fostering alignment and driving sustainable change.
- Develop and mentor team members, providing coaching, feedback, and training to strengthen consulting capabilities and workforce transformation expertise.
- Experience in a matrixed organization or cross-functional team environment
Huron is a global professional services firm that helps organizations turn ideas into real results. It works with clients to develop practical strategies, improve how they operate, and speed up digital transformation, while also empowering people within the client organization to own their future. The firm achieves this by bringing diverse perspectives, inviting new ideas, and questioning the status quo to deliver lasting outcomes. In short, Huron guides clients from planning to execution so they can achieve sustainable success.
Company Size
5,001-10,000
Company Stage
IPO
Headquarters
Amman, Jordan
Founded
2002
Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- Healthcare providers face mounting financial pressures driving sustained consulting demand growth.
- Low-teens forward P/E multiple with path to mid-teens EPS growth annually.
- Margin expansion and $155.5M Q1 2026 share repurchases enhance shareholder returns.
What critics are saying
- Vanguard reduced stake by 5.5% May 8, 2026, signaling institutional confidence erosion.
- Specialized competitors like Optum and Accenture automate healthcare revenue cycle services.
- Healthcare organic growth must sustain above 10% or FY2026 guidance faces cuts.
What makes Huron unique
- Healthcare segment achieved record revenues with 14% growth and 10% organic expansion.
- Two-thirds of revenue is outcome-based or recurring, providing stable cash flows.
- Leveraging AI to capture revenue opportunities while reducing internal consulting costs.
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Huron earns Great Place To Work certification(tm) for second consecutive year. Business Wire 87% of employees say Huron is a great place to work CHICAGO, April 14, 2026-(BUSINESS WIRE)-Global professional services firm Huron (NASDAQ: HURN) today announced it has been Certified(TM) by Great Place To Work(R) in the United States, Canada, India, Singapore, and the United Kingdom for the second consecutive year. This recognition is based on employee feedback and reinforces Huron's commitment to fostering a workplace where people feel supported, engaged, and able to do their best work. "We are honored to be Great Place to Work-Certified(TM) again this year," said Mark Hussey, CEO and President of Huron. "Earning this recognition for a second consecutive year reflects the consistency and strength of our culture and the dedication of our people. It is especially meaningful because it comes directly from the responses of our employees, reflecting their experiences, their engagement, and their belief in the work we do together to create impact for our clients and in our communities." Huron continues to invest in programs that support professional and personal growth and enhance the employee experience, including leadership development, flexible work arrangements, and well-being initiatives. The company prioritizes a culture of collaboration, inclusion, and continuous learning, empowering its people to bring forward their best ideas and build meaningful careers. This focus supports stronger client outcomes and contributes to long-term value for both its people and the business. Great Place To Work(R) is the global authority on workplace culture, employee experience, and the leadership behaviors proven to deliver market-leading revenue, employee retention and increased innovation. According to Great Place To Work research, job seekers are 4.5 times more likely to find a great boss at a Certified great workplace. Additionally, employees at Certified workplaces are 93% more likely to look forward to coming to work. Looking to grow your career at a company that puts its people first? Explore opportunities at Huron: https://www.huronconsultinggroup.com/company/careers. About Huron Huron is a global professional services firm that collaborates with clients to put possible into practice by creating sound strategies, optimizing operations, accelerating digital transformation, and empowering businesses and their people to own their future. By embracing diverse perspectives, encouraging new ideas and challenging the status quo, we create sustainable results for the organizations we serve. Learn more at www.huronconsultinggroup.com.
Marketing and communications executive who has transformed brands across healthcare, industrials, and professional services, Sarah McHugh, joins Telesto to lead growth services. Mar 26, 2026, 23:30 ET McHugh's Cross-Industry Track Record Brings a Blend of Marketing Strategy and Execution Expertise to Telesto's Clients in Private Equity, Healthcare, and Industrials CHICAGO, March 26, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Telesto, a growth strategy and services firm, today announced that Sarah McHugh has joined the firm as its growth services leader. McHugh will oversee the expansion of Telesto's marketing intelligence, strategy, and execution capabilities, supporting clients across private equity, healthcare, industrials, and professional services. McHugh brings more than two decades of experience building and scaling global marketing and communications organizations, most recently serving as chief marketing officer at Huron. In that role, she led brand strategy, demand generation, client engagement, and both internal and external communications initiatives - helping position Huron as a leading advisory partner to healthcare systems, higher education institutions, and commercial enterprises. In her role, McHugh will work closely with Telesto's leadership team to expand the firm's capabilities including: * Portfolio company growth acceleration for private equity * Customer segmentation and connectivity strategies * Brand and narrative development for complex organizations * Integrated go-to-market and demand generation programs "Sarah brings a rare combination of strategic clarity and executional discipline," said Alex Kruzel, d CEO of Telesto. "As our clients increasingly demand not just insight, but tangible growth outcomes, her leadership will be critical in bridging strategy to execution - particularly for private equity firms and their portfolio companies." McHugh's appointment comes at a time of accelerating demand for integrated growth services, as companies face mounting pressure to convert market intelligence into revenue, strengthen customer connectivity, and differentiate in increasingly competitive and volatile markets. "Telesto has built a strong reputation for delivering high-impact intelligence and board-level advisory," said McHugh. "What excites me is the opportunity to operationalize that insight - helping clients accelerate their growth through strategic marketing, sharper positioning, disciplined execution, and communications that connect with every stakeholder, from investors to customers to internal teams." Her addition solidifies Telesto's positioning as a partner to senior executives and boards navigating growth in a more complex risk environment - where marketing is increasingly central to enterprise value creation. About Telesto Strategy Telesto is a growth strategy and services firm that partners with corporate leaders, boards, and investors to drive measurable growth. Telesto's capabilities span market intelligence, due diligence, strategy development, and execution support - helping organizations translate macro disruption into actionable opportunity. SOURCE Telesto
Marion Palace Theatre announces Ashley Shields as Executive Director. The Marion Palace Theatre has named Ashley Shields, an experienced arts leader and CFRE with over 15 years of nonprofit expertise, as its new Executive Director effective March 30, 2026. By Marion Palace Theatre March 20, 2026 8:59 am MARION, OH (CRAWFORD COUNTY NOW) - Marion Palace Theatre is pleased to welcome Ashley Shields as its next Executive Director, beginning March 30, 2026. Shields joins the Palace from Cedar Rapids, Iowa, bringing more than 15 years of nonprofit arts experience. Her career includes fundraising roles with Barrington Stage Company and Flat Rock Playhouse, as well as executive leadership positions with Cedar Rapids Opera and Old Creamery Theatre. Across these organizations, she has worked closely with artists, boards, and community partners to strengthen programming, foster collaboration, and build sustainable support for the arts. She holds both an MBA and an MA in Arts Management from Southern Methodist University, a BFA in Musical Theatre from Emerson College, and is a Certified Fund Raising Executive (CFRE). Most recently, Shields worked with Huron Consulting Group, partnering with nonprofit clients across the U.S., U.K., Canada, and Australia to strengthen fundraising teams and advance donor strategies. "I couldn't be more excited to join the Marion Palace Theatre family," said Shields. "The Palace is an extraordinary building, but what makes it truly special is the way this community has cared for it over time - and the meaningful experiences that continue to unfold on its stage. I'm honored to step into that legacy and help shape its next act." Tim Roston, Chair of the Palace Cultural Arts Association, said, "Ashley brings thoughtful leadership and a strong background in both the arts and fundraising. We're pleased to welcome her to the Palace and the Marion community."
Ekta Singh-Bushell will step down from Huron Consulting Group's Board of Directors at the completion of her current term and will not stand for re-election at the company's Annual Meeting of Stockholders on 8 May 2026. Singh-Bushell has served as a director since 2019 and chaired the company's Technology & Information Security committee, Nominating & Corporate Governance committee, and Compensation committee. Hugh Sawyer, Non-Executive Chairman, thanked her for her contributions and expertise. Huron is a global professional services firm that focuses on strategy, operations optimisation, and digital transformation for businesses across various sectors.
Thriving national healthcare communications firm expands team. PR Newswire Today at 3:19pm PDT PR Newswire NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 12, 2026 Jarrard adds 11 professionals in consulting, research and creative NASHVILLE, Tenn., March 12, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - Jarrard, a U.S. Top 10 healthcare strategic communications and change management consultancy, is pleased to announce an exceptional slate of new colleagues, including Kate Katz as a senior vice president. With more than 20 years of experience leading clients in the United States, the United Kingdom and Canada, Katz excels at helping executive teams optimize performance and achieve strategic, financial and clinical goals. Prior to joining the firm, Katz served as lead for global consultancy Huron's Healthcare Change Management and Leadership Capability. Earlier, she spent a year at the Center for Health Policy at the Brookings Institution. "Kate is renowned for her expertise in strategically leading change in the AI era," said Jarrard President and Co-Founder Anne Hancock Toomey. "She is a transformation activator - delivering measurable improvements in organization performance, engagement and sustainability." New Partners The firm has also elevated three professionals at the senior leadership level who over their tenures have each excelled in delivering sophisticated, data-driven insights to healthcare organizations navigating reputational, branding and strategic hurdles. They are: * Tim Stewart has been promoted to senior partner. He joined Jarrard in 2015 and leads the firm's Academic Health System Practice and its thought leadership program. * Milli Vincent has been elevated to partner. She joined the firm in 2019 and serves as deputy lead for the firm's 20-person Academic Health Systems Practice. * Crista Stark has been named partner. 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