VP, Government Affairs, Tennessee - Remote

UnitedHealth Group•Nashville, TN

6d•$159,300 - $273,200•Remote

About The Position

The Vice President, State Government Affairs is part of UnitedHealth Group’s External Affairs organization and works with colleagues across External Affairs and the Company to develop and implement strategies supporting state government advocacy, growth, relationships, reputation, and business advancement. The role serves as the primary liaison between the Company and Tennessee state and local leaders, including administration officials, legislators and their staff, agency officials, and external stakeholders. The position reports to the Regional Vice President, State Government Affairs. Employees located in Tennessee may work remotely and must follow UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. The role advances the Company’s priorities through direct advocacy, lobbying, relationship development, monitoring legislative and regulatory activity, coalition and third-party engagement, and strategic communications. It partners with business segment leaders and internal colleagues to identify opportunities, strengthen the Company’s visibility, and execute political engagement and state advocacy strategies. The position offers an annual salary range of $159,300–$273,200 for full-time employment, based on factors including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements. Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Requirements

At least 7 years of experience working with a state Legislature, Executive Branch, municipal government officials, government relations, public policy, advocacy, government affairs, or campaigns.
Impeccable personal character and high integrity, with the ability to represent the Company professionally in internal and external settings.
Team player who works well with others.
Highly motivated and reliable, with a solid work ethic and pride in one’s work.
Meaningful existing relationships and credibility with state policymakers in the region; understanding of state legislative and executive processes and key players, and ability to navigate them and achieve results.
Outstanding written communication skills and demonstrated ability to prepare high-quality, time-sensitive internal and external deliverables.
Ability to thrive in an intense, accountable environment in a complex, diversified, mission-oriented company.
Strong attention to detail and ability to manage projects or contribute to activities with quality, professionalism, and responsiveness.
Excellent interpersonal, relationship, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Thorough knowledge of the region’s legislative and regulatory processes.
Political acumen and ability to navigate issues through direct advocacy, policy and research, coalitions, third-party engagement, and public opinion.
Willingness to learn, improve, and grow, including responsiveness to constructive feedback.
Ability to pivot and adapt quickly to changes in the external environment or Company priorities.
Remote employees must adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.
Candidates must pass a drug test before beginning employment.

Nice To Haves

Political campaign experience.
Healthcare industry experience.

Responsibilities

Drive and contribute to effective advocacy efforts that advance the Company’s state advocacy and growth opportunities.
Facilitate business segment leaders’ relationships with key state and local elected officials.
Engage in lobbying and advocacy with the State Legislature and Executive branch.
Develop and strengthen relationships with legislative members and staff, Administration personnel, and relevant Executive Branch agencies, primarily in Tennessee.
Maintain engagement with influential third parties, including health plan associations, industry partners, business groups, coalitions, advocacy groups, thought leaders, and other stakeholders.
Anticipate, influence, and monitor legislative and regulatory initiatives and emerging state issues affecting the Company’s reputation or business, and develop and execute strategies to manage them.
Direct state advocacy consultants on advocacy, growth, and relationship-development priorities.
Contribute to strategic plans using direct advocacy, policy and research, coalitions, third-party engagement, and public opinion to advance Company objectives.
Develop and contribute to timely written deliverables to high standards of professionalism.
Work with colleagues and in-market business segments to increase visibility of key Company initiatives in the states.
Build and manage relationships with internal business leaders and partner with them on state advocacy and growth initiatives.
Work with Company leaders to develop and execute the Company’s political engagement strategy.
Respond to senior leaders’ inquiries on state issues and keep them informed about priority developments and issues.
Leverage new and existing relationships to identify and expand Company opportunities across Tennessee.