Heath Analytics Data Transformations and Solutions Director
Willis Towers Watson, Stamford, Connecticut, United States, 06925
Description
The Director, Health Analytics – Data Transformation & Solutions is a strategic leadership role within WTW Health Analytics, responsible for architecting and advancing the analytic infrastructure that powers WTW’s self-insured employer reporting and analytics solutions. This leader connects data strategy to business outcomes by owning data operations, guiding analytics product development, and managing key vendors and carrier partnerships. The role drives modernization of health and benefits data and analytics capabilities. This role offers a unique opportunity to collaborate with industry leaders on transformative client engagements and define the future of health and benefits analytics across the United States.
Key Responsibilities:
Data Operations
Lead end-to-end data and analytics operations, including oversight of data warehouses
Drive data initiatives that enhance our analytical capabilities and client deliverables
Oversee data warehouse implementations and solution design to meet evolving business requirements
Collaborate and contribute to WTW data platform initiatives, integration of curated data warehouse datasets with other data sources and shape the strategic roadmap for next-generation data and analytics capabilities
Carrier & Data Partner Engagement
Manage carrier data partnerships, including layout specifications, data-sharing agreements, and data integration requirements. Ensure all processes meet HIPAA and internal privacy, security, and data-usage policies
Oversee onboarding and standardization of traditional (Enrollment, Medical, Rx etc.,) and non-traditional data sources (e.g., wellness, point solutions, LTD/STD claims, engagement), including mapping, governance, and integration into actionable analytic datasets
Strategic Partnership & Cross-Functional Leadership
Serve as the lead liaison between Health Analytics business and Technology teams, ensuring alignment on analytics product development and enterprise data platform initiatives
Partner with the Health Analytics Operations leader on operational excellence, financial management, contract negotiations, and vendor and carrier relationship management
Business Growth & Client Impact
Advance WTW's health and benefits business through innovative analytics solutions
Develop and strengthen client relationships through delivery of high-impact, forward-looking projects
Enable internal and external stakeholders through training, documentation, and product demonstrations to drive adoption and effective use.
Qualifications The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of healthcare data and analytics alongside deep technical fluency in modern data architecture. Proficiency in the following areas will position the individual for success:
Profound understanding of healthcare claims data
Data warehouse principles (dimensional modeling, star schema design)
Foundational understanding of Data engineering and practices
Lakehouse architecture concepts and patterns (e.g., medallion architecture)
Foundational understanding of machine learning and AI concepts
Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and SQL proficiency (preferred)
Requirements:
10+ years of working experience in health and benefits data analysis, ideally within a consulting firm, benefits consulting or brokerage firm, commercial data warehouse company, or data / analytics function with medical insurance providers
Deep knowledge of healthcare claims data
Master's degree preferred, with significant quantitative coursework
Strong analytical, creative, and integrative problem-solving skills
Proven ability to identify and resolve health data issues, data integration and data quality challenges
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing demands, and deliver quality outcomes on schedule
Experience providing regular status updates and working collaboratively with senior leadership
Desire and ability to mentor and develop junior staff
Ability to work effectively in a matrixed organizational environment
Strong client service orientation with timely and effective responsiveness
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.
This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until a sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.
Compensation and Benefits Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).
Compensation The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $170,000.00 - $200,000.00 USD annually.
This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.
Company Benefits
Health and Welfare Benefits:
Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
Leave Benefits:
Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off (only included for Washington roles)
Retirement Benefits:
Qualified contributory pension plan (if eligible) and 401(k) plan with annual nonelective company contribution. Non-qualified retirement plans available to senior level colleagues who satisfy the plans’ eligibility requirements.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a ”hybrid” style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and “hybrid” is not a one-size-fits-all solution.
We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and so we encourage requests for all types of flexible working as well as location-based arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter to discuss more.
EOE, including disability/vets #J-18808-Ljbffr
Key Responsibilities:
Data Operations
Lead end-to-end data and analytics operations, including oversight of data warehouses
Drive data initiatives that enhance our analytical capabilities and client deliverables
Oversee data warehouse implementations and solution design to meet evolving business requirements
Collaborate and contribute to WTW data platform initiatives, integration of curated data warehouse datasets with other data sources and shape the strategic roadmap for next-generation data and analytics capabilities
Carrier & Data Partner Engagement
Manage carrier data partnerships, including layout specifications, data-sharing agreements, and data integration requirements. Ensure all processes meet HIPAA and internal privacy, security, and data-usage policies
Oversee onboarding and standardization of traditional (Enrollment, Medical, Rx etc.,) and non-traditional data sources (e.g., wellness, point solutions, LTD/STD claims, engagement), including mapping, governance, and integration into actionable analytic datasets
Strategic Partnership & Cross-Functional Leadership
Serve as the lead liaison between Health Analytics business and Technology teams, ensuring alignment on analytics product development and enterprise data platform initiatives
Partner with the Health Analytics Operations leader on operational excellence, financial management, contract negotiations, and vendor and carrier relationship management
Business Growth & Client Impact
Advance WTW's health and benefits business through innovative analytics solutions
Develop and strengthen client relationships through delivery of high-impact, forward-looking projects
Enable internal and external stakeholders through training, documentation, and product demonstrations to drive adoption and effective use.
Qualifications The ideal candidate will bring a strong understanding of healthcare data and analytics alongside deep technical fluency in modern data architecture. Proficiency in the following areas will position the individual for success:
Profound understanding of healthcare claims data
Data warehouse principles (dimensional modeling, star schema design)
Foundational understanding of Data engineering and practices
Lakehouse architecture concepts and patterns (e.g., medallion architecture)
Foundational understanding of machine learning and AI concepts
Familiarity with Microsoft Azure and SQL proficiency (preferred)
Requirements:
10+ years of working experience in health and benefits data analysis, ideally within a consulting firm, benefits consulting or brokerage firm, commercial data warehouse company, or data / analytics function with medical insurance providers
Deep knowledge of healthcare claims data
Master's degree preferred, with significant quantitative coursework
Strong analytical, creative, and integrative problem-solving skills
Proven ability to identify and resolve health data issues, data integration and data quality challenges
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple projects, prioritize competing demands, and deliver quality outcomes on schedule
Experience providing regular status updates and working collaboratively with senior leadership
Desire and ability to mentor and develop junior staff
Ability to work effectively in a matrixed organizational environment
Strong client service orientation with timely and effective responsiveness
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Self-starter with the ability to work independently and collaboratively.
Note: Employment-based non-immigrant visa sponsorship and/or assistance is not offered for this specific job opportunity.
This position will remain posted for a minimum of three business days from the date posted or until a sufficient/appropriate candidate slate has been identified.
Compensation and Benefits Base salary range and benefits information for this position are being included in accordance with requirements of various state/local pay transparency legislation. Please note that salaries may vary for different individuals in the same role based on several factors, including but not limited to location of the role, individual competencies, education/professional certifications, qualifications/experience, performance in the role and potential for revenue generation (Producer roles only).
Compensation The base salary compensation range being offered for this role is $170,000.00 - $200,000.00 USD annually.
This role is also eligible for an annual short-term incentive bonus.
Company Benefits
Health and Welfare Benefits:
Medical (including prescription coverage), Dental, Vision, Health Savings Account, Commuter Account, Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts, Group Accident, Group Critical Illness, Life Insurance, AD&D, Group Legal, Identify Theft Protection, Wellbeing Program and Work/Life Resources (including Employee Assistance Program)
Leave Benefits:
Paid Holidays, Annual Paid Time Off (includes state/local paid leave where required), Short-Term Disability, Long-Term Disability, Other Leaves (e.g., Bereavement, FMLA, ADA, Jury Duty, Military Leave, and Parental and Adoption Leave), Paid Time Off (only included for Washington roles)
Retirement Benefits:
Qualified contributory pension plan (if eligible) and 401(k) plan with annual nonelective company contribution. Non-qualified retirement plans available to senior level colleagues who satisfy the plans’ eligibility requirements.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
At WTW, we trust you to know your work and the people, tools and environment you need to be successful. The majority of our colleagues work in a ”hybrid” style, with a mix of remote, in-person and in-office interactions dependent on the needs of the team, role and clients. Our flexibility is rooted in trust and “hybrid” is not a one-size-fits-all solution.
We understand flexibility is key to supporting an inclusive and diverse workforce and so we encourage requests for all types of flexible working as well as location-based arrangements. Please speak to your recruiter to discuss more.
EOE, including disability/vets #J-18808-Ljbffr