Event Manager

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Event Manager is a key member of UnitedHealth Group’s Enterprise Events Management team, responsible for leading the planning and execution of internal, external, and executive level events. This role owns events end to end event planning, ensuring flawless delivery, alignment with enterprise brand standards, and a consistent, high quality attendee experience. The Event Manager operates with a high level of independence, serving as the primary event owner and strategic partner to business stakeholders. Success in this role requires strong project management skills, confidence navigating a highly matrixed organization, and the ability to manage multiple complex events simultaneously with minimal oversight. This position requires the ability to work in a fast paced environment with a desire to drive successful and productive outcomes on a consistent basis. This position is full time (40 hours/week), Monday – Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8 hour shift schedules during normal business hours of 8:00 am – 5:00pm, with occasional early mornings, evenings, or travel based on event needs. We offer 4 weeks of on-the-job training. The hours of training will be aligned with your schedule.

Requirements

High School Diploma/GED
Must be 18 years of age OR older
3+ years of experience planning and executing events in a corporate setting, with demonstrated ownership of events end to end
3+ years of recent experience in a deadline driven environment, managing competing priorities and stakeholder expectations
2+ years of hands on experience with Cvent or similar event management platforms
Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Teams)
Ability to travel up to 2–3 times per month during peak event periods
Ability to travel up to 25%25 of the time for on site event execution
Flexibility to work any of our 8 hour shift schedules during normal business hours of 8:00 am – 5:00pm, with occasional early mornings, evenings, or travel based on event needs.

Nice To Haves

CMP (Certified Meeting Professional) certification
Experience in a strategic meeting management function within a Fortune 500 organization
Experience managing event budgets and vendor contracts
Experience with Adobe platforms (e.g., Workfront)
Experience with Ariba and Concur

Responsibilities

Own end to end event planning and execution for assigned events, including internal meetings, client events, executive programs, and enterprise initiatives.
Serve as the primary event lead, independently managing logistics, timelines, budgets, vendors, and on site execution.
Partner with business stakeholders to understand event goals, objectives, and success metrics, translating them into effective event strategies.
Lead collaboration with internal teams (marketing, communications, legal, finance, IT, facilities, security, etc.) to ensure alignment with brand, compliance, and corporate standards.
Provide on site leadership and real time decision making during event execution, resolving issues independently as they arise.
Manage vendor relationships, including sourcing, contracting support, performance management, and cost control.
Utilize event technology platforms (e.g., Cvent) for registration, reporting, communications, and onsite tools to deliver a seamless attendee experience.
Provide direction to supporting roles (e.g., Event Specialists, Attendee Managers) related to registration workflows, reporting, communications, and mobile app deployment.
Oversee event budgets, forecasts, and invoice processing, ensuring fiscal responsibility and accurate financial reporting.
Maintain accurate documentation, timelines, and reporting for historical reference and continuous improvement.
Demonstrate flexibility and resilience in managing tight deadlines, shifting priorities, and complex stakeholder needs.
Act as a representative of the Enterprise Events Management team, modeling professionalism, accountability, and strategic thinking.