Associate Director Underwriting - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

14h•$112,700 - $193,200•Remote

About The Position

Optum is seeking an Associate Director of Underwriting to lead and develop a team of underwriters. The role manages team performance and provides overall guidance, while overseeing underwriting for complex accounts. It also leads large-case and delegation-of-authority reviews and resolves issues within aggressive timelines. The position is remote from anywhere in the U.S., except hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area must work in the office at least four days per week. Remote employees must follow UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Requirements

At least 5 years of financial analysis, pricing, and/or underwriting experience, including at least 3 years in a healthcare environment.
At least 3 years of experience working for or with a Pharmacy Benefits Manager (PBM), or in a consulting role on behalf of PBM clients.
Experience as a people leader, currently supervising employees.
Experience building complex financial models and conducting economic analysis.
Experience underwriting financial offers for existing and new clients using a variety of forecast models.
Experience developing and delivering presentations and communicating effectively verbally and in writing.
Experience working in a cross-functional environment and quickly understanding new areas.
Progressive work experience, preferably in a finance-related role.
Intermediate MS Excel skills, including understanding basic to moderate formulas and formatting and building ad hoc spreadsheets.