Manager, Strategic Alliances
- IntelliScript (Remote) Milliman, Inc life insurance, parental leave, paid time off, paid holidays, 401(k), remote work United States, Wisconsin, Brookfield Apr 23, 2026
Description What We Do Milliman IntelliScript is a group of a few hundred experts in fields ranging from actuarial science to information technology to clinical practice.
Together, we develop and deploy category-defining, data-driven, software-as-a-service (SaaS) products for a broad spectrum of insurance, health IT and life sciences clients. We are a business unit within Milliman, Inc., a respected consultancy with offices around the world. Candidates who have their pick of jobs are drawn to IntelliScript's entrepreneurial and collaborative culture of innovation, excellence, exceptional customer service, balance, and transparency. Every single person has a voice in our company, and we challenge each other to push the outer limits of our full, diverse potential. And, we've shown sustained growth that ensures you'll have room to grow your skillset, responsibilities, and career. Our team is smart, down-to-earth, and ready to listen to your best ideas. We reward excellence and offer competitive compensation and benefits. Visit our LinkedIn page for a closer look at our company, and learn more about our cultural values here. Milliman invests in skills training and career development and gives all employees access to a variety of learning and mentoring opportunities. Our growing number of Milliman Employee Resource Groups (ERGs) are employee-led communities that influence policy decisions, develop future leaders, and amplify the voices of their constituents. We encourage our employees to give back to their varied professions, including leadership in professional organizations. Please visit our website to learn more about Milliman's commitments to our people, diversity and inclusion, social impact, and sustainability. What this position entails The Manager, Strategic Alliances has the exciting opportunity to lead and scale our partner relationships across the organization. This roleis responsible fordefining partner strategy,establishinggovernanceandoperatingstandards, and ensuring that strategic relationships drive product innovation, growth, and strong financial outcomes. In this highly cross-functional role, you will be a player/coach, working closely with Product, Legal, Sales, and Relationship Management teams to prioritize initiatives, manage performance, mitigate risk, and ensure alignment with companyobjectives. You will also serve as an executive point of contact for key partners. What you will be doing Partner Strategy & Governance Define and evolve the company's third-party and strategic partner strategy, standards, and governance frameworks
Establish clear operating models, decision rights, and accountability for partner relationships
Ensure partnerships align with long-term business strategy and product roadmaps Portfolio Prioritization & Execution Prioritize and oversee third-party initiatives acrossIrix,Curv, and Emerging Markets
Balance near-term business needs with long-term strategic value
Drive cross-functional alignment to ensure successful execution of prioritized initiatives Performance Management & Risk Mitigation Own partner performance management, including KPIs, scorecards, reviews, and improvement plans
Negotiate contracts with partners, including pricing, terms, and service-level agreements, to achieve favorable outcomes and mitigate risk
Lead escalation management for underperforming or high-risk partners Proactivelyidentifyand mitigate operational, financial, and reputational risks Financial & Contractual Alignment Ensure strong financial discipline across partner relationships, including margin awareness and value realization
Partner with Legal and Finance to ensure contracts align with commercial, risk, and financialobjectives
Monitor partner economics and recommend actions tooptimizeoutcomes Executive & Stakeholder Engagement Serve as the executive point of contact for critical partners
Build trusted relationships with senior internal stakeholders and external partner leaders
Represent partner strategy and performance in executive and leadership forums What we need Bachelor's degreepreferred
7+ years of experience building and managing strategic partnerships-across relationship management, business development, or related roles-ideally within SaaS or technology-enabled platforms
Experience managing complex partner ecosystems across multiple business lines or products
Previous people management experience What you bring to the table Proven experience in SaaS and subscription business models, with a strong grasp of platform ecosystems, integrations, and recurring revenue mechanics Strategic thinker who also rolls up their sleeves to drive execution and deliver measurable outcomes Executive-ready communication with the ability to build trust and alignment with stakeholders Financial acumen with an understanding of margins and partner economics Demonstrated ability to influence and mobilize cross-functional teams-without relying on direct authority Sound judgment and a track record of solving complex problems while proactively identifying and managing risk Location The expected application deadline for this job is May 18, 2026. This position is open to remote work. Applicants must be willing to travel to the Milliman office in Brookfield, WI as needed and travel nationwide for meetings, conferences, and team events (up to 30%) Compensation The overall salary range for this role is $117,500
For candidates residing in:
Alaska, California, Connecticut, Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Jersey, York City, Pennsylvania, Virginia, Washington, or the District of Columbia the range is $135,125
- $222,985.
All other states the range is $117,500
- $193,900.
A combination of factors will be considered, including, but not limited to, education, relevant work experience, qualifications, skills, certifications, etc. Benefits We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support employees' health, financial security, and well-being.
Benefits include:
Medical, Dental and Vision
- Coverage for employees, dependents, and domestic partners
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
- Confidential support for personal and work-related challenges
401(k) Plan
- Includes a company matching program and profit-sharing contributions.
Discretionary Bonus Program
- Recognizing employee contributions
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
- Pre-tax savings for dependent care, transportation, and eligible medical expenses
Paid Time Off (PTO)
- Begins accruing on the first day of work. Full-time employees accrue 15 days per year, and employees working less than full-time accrue PTO on a prorated basis
Holidays
- A minimum of 10 paid holidays per year
Family Building Benefits
- Includes adoption and fertility assistance
Paid Parental Leave
- Up to 12 weeks of paid leave for employees who meet eligibility criteria
Life Insurance & AD&D
- 100% of premiums covered by Milliman
Short-Term and Long-Term Disability
- Fully paid by Milliman Equal Opportunity All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.
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