Associate of Market Expansion at ACES

San Diego, California, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

06 Apr, 26

Salary

100000.0

Posted On

06 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Analytical Skills, Project Management, Healthcare Delivery, Site Operations, M&A, Excel, PowerPoint, SQL, Communication, Cross-Functional Collaboration, Problem Solving, Market Evaluation, Financial Modeling, Operational Integration, KPI Tracking, Demographic Analysis

Industry

Individual and Family Services

Description

Job Details Job Location: San Diego, CA 92163 Salary Range: $90,000.00 - $100,000.00 Salary About ACES ACES is on a mission to improve access to high-quality autism therapy for families across the country. As we continue to grow, we are building a best-in-class Growth function that sits at the center of our client acquisition engine, powering everything from marketing performance to intake speed to bottom-line margin. About the Role The Market Expansion team at ACES leads the national rollout of new sites—both through de novo launches and acquisitions. Our scope spans market evaluation, diligence, launch execution, and post-acquisition integration. We ensure every new location is operationally sound, clinically ready, and aligned with ACES’ standards of care and growth objectives. As the Associate, you will serve as the operational and analytical engine of this function. You will evaluate new markets, manage integration workstreams, and track site-level performance. You’ll work closely with partners across Clinical Ops, Talent, Finance, and Growth to ensure each site scales efficiently and sustainably. Why This Role Matters At ACES, our purpose is to enhance lives and help more people reach their potential. The Market Expansion Associate plays a direct role in advancing that mission by accelerating our entry into new communities and ensuring sites are set up for long-term success. This is one of the most cross-functional roles on the Growth team. You’ll be a key connector across teams, supporting your team in removing roadblocks and moving quickly. If you're a hands-on problem solver who thrives in a fast-paced, purpose-driven environment, this is your opportunity to help shape the future of ABA care and grow as a leader along the way. Key Responsibilities: Assist in due diligence, operational integration, and synergy tracking of acquired practices Build and manage project plans for de novo site launches and practice integrations Create financial and operational models to support site planning and ramp assumptions Develop dashboards and tools to track KPIs post-launch: referrals, enrollments, staffing, utilization Standardize and improve launch and integration playbooks across markets Identify operational bottlenecks and drive resolution to accelerate ramp-up Partner with Clinical and Talent teams to align staffing with expected client volume Coordinate with Finance to align investments with return thresholds and payback timelines Support new market evaluation through demographic, payer, and competitive analysis Deliver structured updates on site performance and integration progress to leadership How We Show Up at ACES At ACES, how we work matters just as much as what we do. Our culture is grounded in purpose, performance, and people. We expect every team member to embody the leadership behaviors that make us ONE ACES: Lead with Purpose Solve for “We v. Me” Expect Excellence Stay Humble and Empathetic Continuously Improve Act with Accountability Qualifications Candidate Profile: 2+ years of experience in consulting, investment banking, or operational roles in healthcare or professional services Strong analytical and project management skills with attention to detail and execution Exposure to site operations, M&A, or healthcare delivery preferred Proficiency in Excel and PowerPoint; SQL or other analytical tools a plus Clear communicator with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders US work authorization required Physical Requirements: Ability to exert up to 10 pounds of force and lift/move up to 25 pounds Direct work with clients may include, without limitation, the following physical demands: sitting, kneeling, squatting, running, twisting and turning, reaching above shoulders and/or frequent physical transitions Additional Information: ACES is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, disability, age or covered veteran status. To find out more about how ACES uses employee data for business purposes, see our Employee Privacy Policy.

Responsibilities

The Associate will assist in due diligence, operational integration, and synergy tracking of acquired practices while managing project plans for new site launches. They will also develop dashboards to track key performance indicators and identify operational bottlenecks.