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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. The Sr. Director, People Team, Optum California - Los Angeles, plays a pivotal role in driving the 2025 Optum CA people strategy, with a primary focus on driving the culture and people strategy across our Los Angeles Region. The role is also responsible for Optum California wide programs, including clinical workforce management and governance, clinical team member compensation and the implementation of our Ambulatory Care Excellence (ACE) model. This role is a key member of the Optum CA People Leadership Team and reports directly to the VP of People, Optum CA.
Responsibilities
- Lead the implementation of the 2025 Optum CA people strategy, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and regional needs
- Drive initiatives to improve organizational effectiveness, focusing on clinical team member experience, engagement and retention
- Support Optum CA in achieving the Markets Strategic Objectives: Profitable Growth, Partner with the business to meet FTE, team-based care, ACE and M&A objectives
- Build Manager capabilities: Build front line manager change and leadership skills
- Retain Clinical Team members: Know our clinical team members well, anticipate challenges and mitigate through total rewards, career support and other relevant work
- Create strong People Team Experience: Develop people team skills for the future (AI, data) that support career satisfaction and focus on collaboration across the enterprise
- Oversee and mentor a team of People Business Partners (PBP), providing guidance and support to ensure alignment with the overall people strategy and regional goals
Requirements
- 10+ years of People Team experience in a PBP or COE leadership role
- Proven experience in leading people strategy initiatives
- Solid collaboration skills with the ability to work across different regions and teams
- Expertise in change management, leadership development, and organizational design
- Proficiency in leveraging technology and data analytics to drive strategic outcomes
- Ability to influence and collaborate effectively within a matrix organization
- Lives in Inland Empire, Los Angeles or Orange County or open to relocation to this market
Benefits
- Comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution
