Strategy & Growth Consultant (Contract)

Welcome to Brightline! We are searching for a highly analytical and execution-oriented Strategy & Growth Consultant (Contractor) for a 3-month engagement. This contractor will support high-priority strategic initiatives, including market analysis, financial modeling, growth evaluations, and competitive landscape assessments. This is a fast-moving, hands-on role that requires exceptional problem-solving, structured thinking, and the ability to turn data into actionable insights. Experience in healthcare—particularly digital health, payor models, or behavioral health—is strongly preferred. We are looking for a strategic, resourceful, and intellectually curious contributor who can jump in immediately, tackle high-impact analyses, and partner seamlessly with leadership. This contractor will play a meaningful role in shaping Brightline’s next phase of growth. Responsibilities: Strategic Analysis & Growth Evaluation • Lead financial modeling to evaluate growth opportunities, pricing strategies, channel expansion, and partnership scenarios. • Build and refine market sizing (TAM/SAM/SOM) to support strategic decisions and capital allocation. • Assess near-term and long-term growth pathways, including new product offerings, geographic expansion, and partnership opportunities. • Develop scenario analyses and sensitivity models to support executive decision-making. Market & Competitive Landscape • Conduct comprehensive market research on pediatric mental health, digital health, and adjacent healthcare ecosystems. • Analyze competitive dynamics, emerging players, platform innovation, and evolving reimbursement trends. • Synthesize insights into strategic implications and recommendations for Brightline’s leadership team. Cross-Functional Collaboration & Executive Support • Work directly with the Chief Growth Officer and Executive Chair on top-priority initiatives. • Prepare clear, structured, executive-ready materials (slides, memos, models). • Collaborate with Finance, Product, Clinical, and Partnerships teams to validate assumptions, gather data, and align on strategy. • Support rapid-turnaround requests and special projects driven by leadership. Requirements: • Former strategy consultant strongly preferred (e.g., McKinsey, Bain, BCG, LEK, Strategy&). • 4+ years of experience in strategy, corporate development, private equity, venture capital, or similar analytical roles. • Demonstrated experience building complex, dynamic financial models. • Strong market analysis skills, including TAM sizing and competitive mapping. • Deep familiarity with healthcare—especially behavioral health, payors, providers, digital care models, or value-based care. • Ability to distill complex data into crisp strategic insights and executive-ready storytelling. • Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and project management skills. • Able to work independently in a fast-paced environment with tight turnaround times. Preferred: • Experience in digital health, telehealth, or pediatric behavioral health. • Prior work supporting executive leadership teams. • Strong understanding of reimbursement models, payer contracting, or employer benefits. • Experience navigating ambiguous, rapidly changing strategic environments. Contract Details: • This is a 3 month full-time contract with anticipated February start date. • In compliance with the Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the base MONTHLY range for applicants is $10,400-$13,866. Our Commitment to Building a Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Workforce At Brightline, we believe that Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Belonging are essential to the foundation upon which our mission is built. We are committed to: • building a future where all families can access inclusive, high-quality care • creating an environment that encourages our employees to show up authentically, reach their highest potential, and have an equal opportunity to thrive • systematically evaluating and improving our inherent beliefs, observed behaviors, structures, and systems • ensuring that every employee, candidate, client, and family we serve is valued and respected About Brightline Brightline is a therapy and psychiatry practice that delivers expert pediatric, teen, and parental mental health care to families and kids up to age 18. Brightline’s virtual and in-person outpatient services include diagnostic evaluation, therapy, psychiatry services (e.g. medication management), and psychological testing (to assess learning differences, school readiness, executive functioning difficulties [e.g. ADHD], and autism). In addition to Brightline’s generalized support, we offer focused programs including those that support anxiety, obsessive compulsive disorders, ADHD, and disruptive behaviors. Founded in 2019, Brightline has delivered care to tens of thousands of families with industry-leading results. We’ve been nationally recognized for clinical excellence and innovation for several years — recent awards include the Fast Company 50 Most Innovative Companies (2022) and Behavioral Health Business Companies to Watch Award (2024). Brightline is based in Palo Alto and is backed by investors including Boston Children’s Hospital, Northwell Health, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Google Ventures, KKR, and Oak HC/FT. Apply tot his job