Senior Financial Underwriter, Employer Direct - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Eden Prairie, MN

6d•Remote

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. As a Sr Underwriter you will play an active role in achieving OptumRx’s sales and renewal financial targets with specific responsibility for the Employer Underwriting Team. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week. You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Requirements

2+ years in financial pharmacy benefit management or other underwriting experience
Client-facing experience, problem-solving and decision-making skills including negotiating and consulting with clients
Solid business and financial acumen, including solid financial analysis experience
Proficiency in financial modeling and data analysis
Intermediate or higher level of proficiency in Microsoft Excel and other data analysis tools
Proven excellent communication skills with the ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams
Proven ability to manage time and prioritize tasks to meet required deadlines
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy

Responsibilities

Active role in New Business and Renewals RFPs through an in-depth understanding of OptumRx and all competitors, industry trends, market dynamics and internal key performance indicators
Working closely with internal teams, including sales, finance, proposal, legal and operations, to structure competitive deals
Pricing support in acquiring new clients and retaining existing clients
Communicate underwriting decisions effectively to key stakeholders
Negotiate contract terms and conditions to achieve favorable underwriting outcomes
Review and approve underwriting requests, ensuring compliance with company policies and industry regulations