Strategic Client Executive III, NA - West Region - Remote

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Hiring Remotely in San Francisco, CA, USA
In-Office or Remote
90K-195K Annually
Mid level
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The Role
Manage a portfolio of large national self-funded accounts (5,000+ lives), drive renewal planning, profitability, and growth. Build executive relationships, coordinate cross-functional service delivery, respond to RFPs, present solutions, and monitor client financial performance while maintaining deep product and industry knowledge.
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Requisition Number: 2367398
At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together
Great account management is result of solid purpose, conviction and pride - pride in your ability and your product. UnitedHealth Group offers a portfolio of products that are greatly improving the life of others.
The Strategic Client Executive is responsible for the overall management of a book of National Accounts in the 5,000+ customer segment. They are accountable for the maintenance, growth and increased profitability of existing business and the strategic direction of assigned accounts. Direct strategic, customer specific initiatives, which deliver "value added" services through the execution of client specific business plans. Coordinate and influence superior customer service delivery by developing and maintaining solid intercompany relationships.
If you are located in West Region, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Solid understanding of self-funded marketplace and pricing disciplines
  • Establish and maintain "solid and appropriate" level relationships with customers and consultants; ensure UHG senior management has customer specific "board level" contacts
  • Develop and monitor client financial performance including renewal planning, negotiation and profitability levels
  • Detailed understanding of all UnitedHealthcare products, services and solutions
  • Ability to navigate UnitedHealthcare internal departments to produce positive results for clients and the company
  • Demonstrate marketing and technical expertise through: Client, broker and consultant meetings
  • Assessment of approach, resources, and contacts needed to complete RFP's
  • Provide feedback to management on market trends as represented by our clients
  • Maintain a high level of healthcare industry knowledge as well as customer's industry

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:
  • Appropriate state insurance licenses
  • 3+ years of experience in managing large National Accounts (5,000 lives+) in the insurance industry
  • Proven underwriting, financial and analytical skills
  • Demonstrated relationship management skills & proven track record of building, maintaining and cultivating client relationships
  • Proven superior customer service skills including a sense of urgency and ownership for resolving client issues
  • Skilled at articulating our value proposition to customers including the clinical, and financial aspects of our business
  • Demonstrated excellent group presentation and training skills
  • Driver's License and access to a reliable transportation

Preferred Qualifications:
  • Skillful negotiator with a strategic vision for his/her accounts
  • Proven excellent communication and interpersonal skills (internal/external) with the ability to build solid relationships with Senior level staff at large employer groups

Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
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. The salary for this role will range from $90,000 - $195,000 annually based on full-time employment. This role is also eligible to receive bonuses based on sales performance. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.

Skills Required

  • Appropriate state insurance licenses
  • 3+ years managing large National Accounts (5,000+ lives) in the insurance industry
  • Proven underwriting, financial and analytical skills
  • Demonstrated relationship management skills and track record building client relationships
  • Proven superior customer service skills with urgency and ownership for resolving client issues
  • Skilled at articulating value proposition including clinical and financial aspects
  • Demonstrated excellent group presentation and training skills
  • Driver's license and access to reliable transportation
  • Skillful negotiator with strategic vision for accounts
  • Proven excellent communication and interpersonal skills with ability to build relationships with senior-level staff

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Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO accrues each pay period with eight paid U.S. holidays plus a floating holiday, and generous time away is consistently emphasized. This breadth supports planned and unplanned time off beyond standard vacation days.
  • Parental & Family Support Six weeks of paid parental leave, up to two weeks of paid caregiver leave, Bright Horizons back‑up care, and adoption assistance signal strong family-oriented support. EAP access with counseling sessions further extends help to employees and their households.
  • Wellbeing & Lifestyle Benefits Company‑paid short‑ and long‑term disability, Calm app membership, tuition reimbursement, commuter and FSA accounts, and broad employee discounts expand everyday wellbeing resources. Free or low‑cost virtual visits complement these lifestyle supports.

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The Company
HQ: Eden Prairie, MN
160,000 Employees
Year Founded: 2011

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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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.

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