Strategy Manager

Job description

We are Hiring! Location: La Jolla, CA The Details: Our Corporate Development team is seeking a Strategy Manager to support enterprise strategic initiatives, operational scale efforts, and cross-functional execution priorities. This individual will be part of a fast-paced team working across a broad range of high-impact projects and will report to the Vice President of Corporate Development. The role will support day-to-day activities including strategic planning, operational scale initiatives, market and competitive analysis, executive reporting, initiative tracking, and cross-functional execution against key corporate priorities. The ideal candidate will be highly analytical, detail-oriented, and capable of independently managing projects from concept through execution. This individual should be comfortable synthesizing large amounts of information, developing actionable recommendations, and partnering across business units to drive strategic initiatives forward. What will you do: Collaborate cross-functionally to support operational scale, organizational alignment, and execution against strategic priorities Support operational buildout initiatives and scalable process improvements across the organization Develop presentations, analyses, dashboards, and reporting materials for executive leadership and Board discussions Conduct market, competitor, and business performance analysis to support strategic decision making Build and maintain operational analyses and forecasting tools Track execution of strategic initiatives, including milestones, deliverables, and performance metrics Synthesize complex data into actionable insights and recommendations for senior management Support business development initiatives, strategic partnerships, and enterprise planning efforts Leverage data, technology, and analytical tools to improve reporting, visibility, and operational execution Serve as a key liaison between the Corporate Development senior leadership team and internal stakeholders across the organization Monitor industry trends and competitive dynamics to identify strategic risks and opportunities Take ownership of strategic projects and special assignments as directed by the Chief Strategy Officer, Vice President & Chief of Staff to the Chairman and CEO, and Vice President, Corporate Development What we are looking for: 3-6 years of relevant work experience in management consulting, corporate strategy, corporate development, investment banking, private equity, chief of staff role or insurance experience driving high impact initiatives Bachelor’s degree required; recent MBA graduates considered Ability to manage business initiatives through completion and manage multiple priorities Demonstrated strategic thinking, leadership and analytical skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Skilled in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint Strong analysis skills preferred Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills Familiarity with insurance industry not required Able to work in-office 5 days a week We love people who want to: Build strong relationships through transparency, trust, and respect for each other. Work in an agile environment, with a resilient mindset to find creative solutions to challenges. Collaborate and celebrate diverse perspectives, promoting inclusivity and equality. Do the right thing with strong conviction and integrity. Be bold and innovative to help make an impact. Demonstrable track record of working autonomously and driving progress Be intellectually curious, think creatively, and pragmatic If you thrive in a dynamic environment, and like working with happy, authentic, talented people, you'll enjoy a career with Palomar! What will you get in return? Full Suite of Medical Benefits Long Term Financial Incentives – STOCK! 401k with 3.5% Automatic Fully Vested Employer Contributions Competitive PTO + Holiday Program Lifestyle Spending Allowance Professional Development Assistance Career Exploration Opportunities Regular company-wide social events (even virtually!) To learn more visit us at Diversity at Palomar At Palomar, we are committed to diversity, equality and inclusion in all facets of the organization. We have built an open culture that celebrates the diversity of our workforce, while actively championing equality and inclusion practices that make us a company people want to work with and work for. We believe that diversity, equality and inclusion yields greater organizational creativity and productivity, which helps us serve our customers and partners more effectively. Delivering on our diversity commitment returns greater value to our shareholders and ultimately makes a positive impact to the communities in which we do business and to the people who live in them #PalomarPride #Insurancejobs #hiring Accommodations: Palomar will consider reasonable accommodations to ensure a qualified applicant with a disability can be considered for the position. Palomar will also consider necessary modifications to the physical work environment, or to the way a job is usually performed, so an individual with a disability can perform the essential functions of the position. Additional accommodations will be considered that enable an employee with a disability to enjoy equal benefits and privileges of employment like those that are enjoyed by other employees without disabilities. For more information about our company, visit us at . Palomar is an Equal Opportunity Employer. No phone calls or agency solicitation please CCPA Job Applicant: Pay Range: $100,000-$150,000 + Bon us Potential & Participation in our Competitive Long-Term Incentive (LTI) Program. The above pay range is for all US-based roles based on function and level, benchmarked against companies of similar size and scope. To be compliant with local legislation as well as provide greater transparency to candidates, we disclose salary ranges on all job postings regardless of the desired job location. We also offer a competitive annual discretionary bonus program and the opportunity for annual long-term incentive stock grants. In addition, we offer a highly competitive benefits package. Final offer amounts are determined by multiple factors, including candidate experience and qualifications, and may vary from the amounts listed above Why choose Palomar? Palomar is a rapidly growing and innovative insurer focused on providing specialty insurance to residential and commercial customers. Palomar welcomes the best and brightest to our thriving team. Guided by an entrepreneurial spirit, Palomar is building a dynamic and diverse team. Join a company built on a culture of agility, innovation and authenticity that delivers peace of mind and protection to individuals and businesses impacted by adversity. 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