Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The Planning and Strategy Consultant is essential to advancing the strategic priorities of Optum Operations by providing leadership, analytical rigor, and strategic insight across multiple domains, driving decision-making through data analysis and operational performance management.
Responsibilities
- Provide strategic planning and direction:
- Drive stakeholder alignment by creating data-driven points of view that are aligned to business priorities and goals
- Translate complex data and strategic concepts into clear, actionable insights for diverse internal audiences
- Lead/mentor cross-functional teams, fostering a culture of innovation and data-drive decisioning
- Review and enhance the work of others, providing strategic guidance and developmental feedback
- Drive operational performance and projects
- Develop and manage business plans that support long-term objectives and performance goals
- Support integration of services and alignment of performance and service levels with enterprise-wide standards across key operational functions
- Partner across operations, technology, digital, and experience teams to identify and advance initiatives that enhance operational efficiency and reduce manual interventions
- Conduct financial and operational analyses to address leadership inquiries, identify cost drivers and performance trends, and translate findings into actionable recommendations
- Develop financial and investment insights that support capital portfolio governance, funding decisions, and long-term strategic planning across operational priorities
- Lead implementation and optimization of transaction-based billing models to improve cost transparency and operational efficiency
- Monitor and analyze operational cost drivers, capital investments, and workforce trends to inform strategic decision-making and resource planning
Skills
- 4+ years in strategic operations, business planning, or healthcare operations leadership
- Experience in project management or process optimization
- Proven track record in leading complex, cross-functional initiatives and projects
- Proven solid analytical and conceptual thinking skills
- Proven ability to solve complex problems and develop innovative solutions
- Proven excellent communication and leadership skills
- Proven ability to manage up and set clear expectations for delivery
- All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Benefits
- A comprehensive benefits package
- Incentive and recognition programs
- Equity stock purchase
- 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements)
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