At Optum, we are a forward-thinking global organization committed to enhancing health and wellness through innovative technology. Our team plays a crucial role in improving health outcomes by linking individuals with the care, pharmacy benefits, data, and resources they need to thrive. Join us in fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where talented colleagues, comprehensive benefits, and ample career development opportunities await you. Make a meaningful difference in the communities we serve and help us promote health equity on a global scale. Together, we embrace Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

This exciting opportunity is within the Optum Advisory and Implementations business unit, specifically in the Government Programs Actuarial (GPA) consulting practice. Our GPA practice specializes in delivering top-tier actuarial consulting services to Medicare and Medicaid payers, competing against other established actuarial consulting firms in the industry. We primarily collaborate with non-United Health Group payer entities, tailoring our actuarial solutions to meet diverse client needs. As this role is consultative in nature, your responsibilities will adapt based on client requirements.

We are in search of a seasoned actuarial leader who can harness their expansive industry knowledge to steer teams in executing a wide array of strategic, actuarial, and consulting initiatives within Optum’s Payer Advisory Practice. This role will concentrate on public programs catering to Medicare, Medicaid, and Dual-Eligible populations. You will build, nurture, and sustain relationships with payer clients, guiding projects involving various actuarial products and services, as well as other relevant healthcare offerings from Optum.

This senior-level position demands skills in sales, client management, and people leadership, making it vital for the expansion and quality delivery of existing client relationships, while also forging new partnerships. Your guidance and mentorship will empower other actuarial professionals, driving growth within the GPA practice. This role also necessitates collaboration with multiple departments across Optum and United Healthcare, ensuring that our customers receive the most suitable services.

Enjoy the freedom of remote work from anywhere in the U.S. as you engage with challenging projects that make a real difference.

Your contributions will be recognized and rewarded in an environment designed to push you toward success while providing pathways for your professional growth and development in desired roles.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree

• ASA or FSA designation

• 13+ years of actuarial expertise

• 7+ years leading and managing a team

• 5+ years of experience in an actuarial consulting environment

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience presenting at various actuarial and healthcare organization conferences, such as the Society of Actuaries, AHIP, and others

• Consulting experience, particularly in project management and business development

• Background in the Medicare/Medicaid healthcare sector

• Track record of selling consultative services exceeding $1M

All remote employees must comply with UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

The salary range for this role is $150,200 to $288,500 annually, reflective of full-time employment. Compensation is influenced by various factors, including local labor markets, education, work experience, and certifications. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all applicable minimum wage laws. In addition to competitive pay, we offer a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contributions (subject to eligibility requirements). Regardless of where your career with UnitedHealth Group begins, you will find an extensive array of benefits and incentives designed to support you.

Application Deadline: This position will remain open for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient pool of candidates has been established. The posting may close early if we receive a high volume of applications.

At UnitedHealth Group, our core mission is to empower individuals to lead healthier lives while striving to improve the health system for everyone. We believe that everyone—regardless of race, gender, sexuality, age, location, or income—deserves the chance to achieve their best health. Unfortunately, significant barriers to health persist, particularly for people of color, historically marginalized communities, and those with lower incomes. We are dedicated to addressing these disparities by providing equitable care and improving health outcomes—principles that resonate throughout our mission.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws.

UnitedHealth Group maintains a drug-free workplace. All candidates must successfully pass a drug test prior to beginning employment.