Proposal Development Consultant – 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 inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

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

Primary Responsibilities:

• Coordinates proposal development activities including drafting proposals for new and existing clients (e.g., employers, government), gathering related statistical and system-related reports, and directing the preparation of supporting documents and analyses
• Works closely with sales, product, legal, pricing, and other functions to tailor contractual provisions to reflect prospect’s needs, company interests, and appropriate resources and timelines
• Responsible for network analysis and disruption projections related to new business cases, which may require expertise in software used for modeling and geographic impact analysis
• Supports initial contract admin and client service in clarifying requirements and ensuring fulfillment of obligations
• Reviews the work of others
• Develops innovative approaches
• Sought out as expert
• Serves as a leader/mentor

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 experience in proposal writing
• Experience working with cross-functional teams to complete complex and time-sensitive projects
• Advanced Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Ability to interview key stakeholders to validate and create RFP responses

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience writing RFP’s in pharmacy benefit management (PBM) industry or healthcare industry
• Experience working with a content database and populating proposals with standard content
• Experience creating sales support materials such as executive summaries and cover letters
• Experience creating and maintaining project timelines 
• Proven ability to lead strategic discussions
• Knowledge of medical, behavioral health and other healthcare related products and services
• Excellent analytical, strategic, and critical thinking skills 
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Attention to detail
• Self-starter and ability to work independently
• Ability to multi-task, managing multiple deliverables and prioritizing work accordingly
• Flexible, proactive and able to cope with changing conditions
   

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

The salary range for this role is $71,600 to $140,600 annually based on full-time employment. 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.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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