Strategy and Transformation Manager

Haelan Integrated Healthcare is the leading outpatient medical care provider in Bulgaria, delivering integrated medical and social care services with a strong focus on prevention, prophylaxis, and innovative programs for chronic disease management. With outpatient centers in Sofia, Varna and Burgas, a Pediatric Consultative Clinic, hospital care facilities, home care and elderly care services, Haelan is on a mission to become Bulgaria’s leading integrated healthcare provider within the next five years.The Strategy & Transformation Manager serves as the strategic and operational partner to the CEO, translating Haelan’s vision into coordinated execution, measurable outcomes, and a unified “One Haelan” culture.Leading the Haelan Strategic Programme Office and performance oversight, the role drives alignment across entities, ensures delivery of strategic priorities, and supports the CEO and Management Team in executing initiatives that advance growth, integration, and clinical excellence.Key ResponsibilitiesStrategic Planning & Business SupportTranslate the CEO’s and Board’s vision into multi-year plans and KPIs aligned with the Haelan Balanced Scorecard.Manage the annual strategic planning cycle and ensure functional and regional plans align with Haelan’s priorities.Prepare high-quality Board, investor, and client materials.Support the CEO and executives in refining growth priorities and developing business casesHaelan Strategic Programme Office & Initiative ManagementLead the governance and tracking of group-level strategic and transformation initiatives (integration, digital health, patient pathways).Coordinate cross-functional execution, risk management, and interdependencies.Provide tools, analytics, and reporting to ensure disciplined delivery and accountability.Manage progress reporting across the strategic pillars and ensuring initiative performance feeds directly into the Balanced ScorecardPerformance & AnalyticsMaintain the Haelan Performance Dashboard covering financial, operational, and patient metrics.Conduct analytical reviews and benchmarking to inform strategic decisions.Partner with CFO and COO to align financial and operational reporting with the Balanced Scorecard.Benchmarking Haelan’s performance against national and European peers to identify opportunities for growth and excellence.CEO Office & Executive CoordinationManage the rhythm and operations of the CEO Office, including agenda planning, Board preparation, and follow-ups.Act as the CEO’s point of contact for cross-functional issues and executive coordination.Support engagement with investors, partners, and corporate clients.Integration, Change & Organisational DevelopmentOversee disciplined integration of new businesses and alignment under the “One Haelan” model.Partner with HR on leadership development, talent pipelines, and cultural alignment.Partner with CFO on operational excellence initiatives across the grouInternal communication initiatives ensuring transparency, consistency, and shared ownership of resultCandidate ProfileExperience:5–8 years in management consulting, corporate strategy, healthcare operations, or strategic PMO leadership. Experience in healthcare, private equity-backed, or multi-site service organizations preferred.Education:Bachelor’s degree in Business, Economics, Healthcare Management, or related field. Master’s degree (MBA, MHA, or similar) preferred.Skills & Attributes:Proven strategic and analytical capabilities with strong business acumen.Strong financial literacy and commercial acumen; able to interpret P&L, model business cases, and link strategic initiatives to measurable value creation.Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional initiatives and manage competing priorities.High integrity, discretion, and ownership; thrives in a dynamic, change-oriented environment.Passionate about healthcare transformation and committed to Haelan’s mission and values.What we offer:The chance to make a real difference in healthcare in Bulgaria.Outstanding opportunities and career development.Competitive remuneration and company benefits.Dynamic and challenging job in a supportive team environment.If you are interested in this position, please send us your updated CV.Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted.Applicants are treated with strict confidentiality following the applicable personal data protection legislation.