UnitedHealth Group – Senior Vice President, Federal Government Affairs

UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a dynamic, strategic and results-driven executive to lead our federal lobbying team. This leader will be responsible for shaping and executing the company’s federal government affairs strategy, building and maintaining high-impact relationships with key policymakers and driving engagement on all federal legislative and regulatory priorities.

This role demands a seasoned government affairs professional with deep knowledge of federal health policy, exceptional leadership skills and a proven track record of influencing complex policy environments. The ideal candidate will be a trusted advisor to senior enterprise leadership and a visible representative of UnitedHealth Group in Washington, D.C.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Lead Federal Strategy: Develop and execute a comprehensive federal lobbying strategy aligned with UnitedHealth Group’s business objectives and policy priorities

• Team Leadership: Manage and mentor a high-performing team of federal lobbyists, ensuring alignment, accountability and professional growth

• Policy Influence: Shape and influence federal legislation and regulation impacting health care, insurance, Medicare, Medicaid, pharmacy benefits and digital health

• Relationship Management: Build and sustain trusted relationships with Members of Congress, Congressional staff, federal agencies and key stakeholders

• Executive Engagement: Serve as a senior advisor to the executive leader of Government Affairs and executive leadership on federal policy developments and political dynamics

• Coalition Building: Represent UnitedHealth Group in industry coalitions, trade associations and advocacy partnerships

• Crisis & Opportunity Management: Anticipate policy threats and opportunities; develop rapid response strategies to protect and advance business interests

• Compliance & Reporting: Ensure all lobbying activities comply with federal laws and internal policies; provide regular updates and strategic insights to senior leadership

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:

• 15+ years of experience in federal government affairs, public policy or legislative roles with a strong focus on health care

• Deep understanding of the U.S. legislative and regulatory process, especially in health care policy

• Proven success leading and developing high-performing teams

• Solid bipartisan relationships across Capitol Hill and federal agencies

• Exceptional communication, negotiation and strategic thinking skills

• Experience working in or with large, complex organizations

Preferred Qualifications:

• Executive presence and credibility with senior policymakers and corporate leaders

• Ability to navigate ambiguity and drive results in a fast-paced, high-stakes environment

• Solid ethical standards and commitment to transparency and compliance

• Collaborative mindset with the ability to work cross-functionally across business units

 

 

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, 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.