Sr Communications Specialist - National Remote

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.

This internal communication role is responsible for owning and managing Optum Tech Comms channels and events to further employee engagement. The role will be responsible for overseeing the weekly editorial calendar, creating and selecting which stories get visibility, and the appropriate channel pushes. This individual will also ensure best practices in employee engagement/marketing to increase activity and show growth via metrics/data. This position requires a strategic communicator with a generalist background and experience in various communications disciplines to support the organization’s operations and diverse functions.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serves as the channel strategy lead across all Optum Tech communication vehicles (Viva Engage, newsletters, leadership email messages, Sparq, SharePoint, events and more)
• Provides strategic counsel to key stakeholders on communication opportunities aligned to priorities, appropriate channel for message and manages execution of deliverables
• Identifies communication needs and prioritizes efforts that create value and inspire team members to contribute to our mission and growth priorities
• Assists Communication team members with content creation for internal channels
• Places approved, final content into identified channel(s), ensures Quality assurance and works with corporate communication partners on publishing/distribution
• Leads the editorial calendar process and manages content flow
• Partners with team to ensure distribution lists and filters are maintained
• Publishes and manages OT comms SharePoint site and oversees the Viva Engage community
• Leads the logistical planning and execution for quarterly town halls
• Crafts monthly newsletter based on top editorial content for all OT employees

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.

Required Qualifications:

• 3+ years of communications experience; PR agency background is a plus
• Experience with and an appreciation of an integrated approach to communications
• Attention to detail, event and project management experience
• Proven ability to develop and execute on deliverables in communications plans
• Solid writing and editing skills with a proficiency in Associated Press style
• Proven creative, energetic, and solutions-oriented mindset
• Works well in high-pressure, deadline-centered activities
• Proven ability to collaborate across teams and function, with experience working in a matrixed organization
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
• Demonstrated ability to learn and adapt quickly to new technologies
• Responds well to real-time feedback and pivots to meet evolving expectations/deliverables
• Demonstrates a high level of initiative, solid work ethic and the ability to balance multiple assignments
• Proven ability to work with different management styles and levels
• Possess the demonstrated ability to collaborate and adapt to changing internal dynamics and priorities
• Proven ability to develop successful working relationships with senior executives

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree in communications or related field
• Experience with Viva, SharePoint, and MS Teams
• Demonstrated ability to establish trusted relationships
• Knowledge of the health care industry

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $70,200 to $137,800 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

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