business Project Manager - associate director - muntinlupa, ncrUnitedHealth Group

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with a culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliably. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)
Transforming health care for everyone takes a huge effort. But we never said major impact was easy. At Optum, We are working to create a system that is connected, aligned and more affordable for all involved. One that delivers high quality care, responsive to the needs of each person and the communities in which they live. And as part of the Optum family of businesses, we have the support and resources of a Fortune 5 industry leader to do so. As a Director of Strategic Initiatives, you'll lead mission critical initiatives that drive the development of national policy for a significant population.
You'll develop competitive products that deliver more value and improved outcomes and will help transform the health care industry.
You're ready to take on an incredibly challenging marketplace of ideas, products and services. But are you up for leading the transformation of an entire industry? Here, you'll work with the smartest people on solving the most important problems our nation is facing. The tasks are huge, the impact is far-reaching - it's the best chance to test your mettle on a global stage.
Primary Responsibilities
Lead and implement high visibility initiatives such as new market launches, business development and other growth opportunities
Provide analysis and support on topics such as the competitive environment, health care industry, government relations and new market opportunities
Help create new solutions to address difficult and long-standing challenges in improving health care outcomes
Support senior leaders in engaging with and influencing broad public health care policy development
Comply with the terms and conditions of the employment contract, company policies and procedures, and any and all directives (such as, but not limited to, transfer and/or re-assignment to different work locations, change in teams and/or work shifts, policies in regards to flexibility of work benefits and/or work environment, alternative work arrangements, and other decisions that may arise due to the changing business environment). The Company may adopt, vary or rescind these policies and directives in its absolute discretion and without any limitation (implied or otherwise) on its ability to do so
Required Qualifications:
Undergraduate degree from an accredited college/university
Currently enrolled in a graduate degree program (MBA/MPH/MHA preferred) with a graduation date by the end of June 2023
Minimum 3.00 cumulative GPA
Relevant work experience in strategy, management consulting, product or general management in a health care related field
Strong history of quickly gaining credibility, partnering with business leaders and exhibiting executive presence.
Proven ability to articulate business strategies and formulate concise solutions to complex problems.
Ability to champion continuous change, consult with versatility, exhibit personal leadership and model a customer orientation
Ability to effectively drive results in a dynamic, matrixed environment with a high degree of organizational change, growth and ambiguity
Willing to work out of our Minnetonka, MN corporate office
Eligible to work in the U.S. without company sponsorship, now or in the future, for employment-based work authorization (F-1 students with practical training and candidates requiring H-1Bs, TNs, etc. will not be considered)
Careers with Optum. Here's the idea. We built an entire organization around one giant objective; make the health system work better for everyone. So when it comes to how we use the world's large accumulation of health-related information, or guide health and lifestyle choices or manage pharmacy benefits for millions, our first goal is to leap beyond the status quo and uncover new ways to serve. Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, brings together some of the greatest minds and most advanced ideas on where health care has to go in order to reach its fullest potential. For you, that means working on high performance teams against sophisticated challenges that matter. Optum, incredible ideas in one incredible company and a singular opportunity to do your life's best work.(sm)
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Optum is a drug-free workplace. © 2022 Optum Global Solutions (Philippines) Inc. All rights reserved.
UnitedHealth Group

Alabang, Muntinlupa City
Permanent
Full-time