You will manage and negotiate pharmaceutical contracts while also owning key operational and governance activities that support the full contract lifecycle. This role blends independent contract management with strong execution, documentation, and cross-team coordination.
You will partner closely with internal stakeholders, support audits and litigation requests, and ensure contracts and records meet internal, legal, and regulatory standards. This role requires sound judgment, attention to detail, and the ability to operate independently while staying aligned with team priorities. Individuals based in the Republic of Ireland may split working time between the Dublin/Letterkenny office and home, in line with company policy.
Careers with Optum offer flexible work arrangements, and individuals who live and work in the Republic of Ireland will have the opportunity to split their monthly work hours between our offices and telecommuting from a home-based office.
What you will do:
Contract management and negotiation
- Draft, review, negotiate, and manage contracts with pharmaceutical companies using approved templates and controls.
- Redline agreements and resolve contract language issues in collaboration with Legal and business partners.
- Identify and address contractual risks and interpretation issues early.
- Manage contracts through execution, amendment, and renewal.
Contract lifecycle and governance
- Own contract records, version control, and data accuracy across contract repositories.
- Ensure contracts and supporting documentation meet internal standards, audit requirements, and retention rules.
- Support internal and external audits, including preparation and coordination of materials.
- Assist with litigation and information requests by gathering and validating required documents.
Operational delivery and coordination
- Coordinate contract-related activities across stakeholders in the US and Ireland.
- Track milestones, dependencies, and deliverables to ensure timely completion.
- Maintain clear communication with internal teams and external partners.
- Identify process gaps and suggest practical improvements to how work is delivered.
Relationship management
- Build and maintain effective working relationships with pharmaceutical partners.
- Act as a reliable point of contact for contract-related queries.
- Communicate clearly, professionally, and with appropriate escalation when needed.
- Undergraduate degree or equivalent professional experience.
- Typically 1 to 3 years' experience in contract management, contract administration, or a legal or commercial role.
- Experience in US healthcare, pharmacy benefit management, retail pharmacy, or pharmaceutical contracting is an advantage.
Professional skills
- Strong organizational and time management skills.
- Proven experience with contract redlining and document review.
- Experience using CLM tools such as Salesforce CLM and Adobe Sign, or similar platforms.
- Clear, concise written and verbal communication skills.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities with minimal supervision.
- Comfortable working across teams, geographies, and functions.
- Practical problem-solving mindset and attention to detail.
Working style expectations
- Works independently on day-to-day matters and seeks guidance on complex issues.
- Balances commercial, legal, and operational considerations.
- Takes ownership of outcomes rather than tasks.
Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights
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Healthcare Strength — Health coverage offers copay and HSA medical options with dental, vision, company‑paid life and disability, and free or low‑cost virtual visits. Feedback suggests the offering is comprehensive and competitive on paper.
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Parental & Family Support — Time off and family supports include PTO, eight paid holidays plus a floating day, six weeks paid parental leave, up to two weeks paid caregiver leave, Bright Horizons back‑up care, and adoption assistance up to $10,000. Feedback suggests these resources are meaningful for caregivers and family needs.
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Retirement Support — Savings programs include a 401(k) with employer match (after one year, vesting after two) and a 10%‑discount Employee Stock Purchase Plan. These programs bolster long‑term financial security when combined with other savings resources.
Optum Insights
What We Do
Optum, part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, 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. At Optum, we support your well-being with an understanding team, extensive benefits and rewarding opportunities. By joining us, you’ll have the resources to drive system transformation while we help you take care of your future. We recognize the power of connection to drive change, improve efficiency and make a difference in health care. Join a team where your skills and ideas can make an impact and where collaboration is key to creating technology that produces healthier outcomes.
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Hybrid Workspace
Employees engage in a combination of remote and on-site work.
Optum has three workplace models that balance the needs of the business and the responsibilities of each role. These models, core on‑site (5 days/week), hybrid (4 days/week) and telecommute or fully remote, vary by country, role and location.
