URS Sr Strategic Account Executive - Remote

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Hiring Remotely in Minnetonka, MN, USA
In-Office or Remote
92K-164K Annually
Senior level
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The Role
The Sr. Strategic Account Executive manages client relationships for UnitedHealthcare Retiree Solutions, driving profitability through strategy and oversight, and supporting a defined book of business.
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Requisition Number: 2358738
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.
This client-facing strategic role is accountable for a defined book of business within UnitedHealthcare Retiree Solutions. Key responsibilities include building and sustaining strong client relationships, consistently exceeding client expectations, and driving profitability and retention.
The Sr. Strategic Account Executive sets and executes the strategic direction for their clients, working in close partnership with internal teams, including the Account Management Team, to deliver aligned and effective outcomes.
You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.
Primary Responsibilities:
  • Be a trusted strategic advisor to assigned book of business through relationship development as the subject matter expert of UnitedHealthcare Retiree Solutions products
  • Provide strategy and oversight for implementation and on-going servicing for assigned book of business
  • Establish and execute strategic, customer specific initiatives, which deliver value added services through the execution of client specific business planning
  • Owns the client relationship, facilitates interaction with appropriate client contacts, decision makers, and brokers/consultants
  • Identify new business on existing book of business opportunities through marketing, product, and service expansion
  • Provide client insights through analysis and reporting via client executive performance reviews. Identify strategic opportunities through the understanding of data and analytics for assigned clients
  • Maintain a high level of healthcare industry and Medicare knowledge, as well as client's industry•
  • Work and strategize with Enterprise partners and functional areas when assigned like clients. Drive UHG growth solutions, look for opportunities and facilitate introductions
  • Coordinate and influence superior customer service delivery by developing and maintaining strong intercompany relationships
  • Consistently meet or exceed annual persistency, growth, profitability, and NPS goals through robust renewal planning. Identify cases that are at risk and develop strategy to mitigate risk
  • Demonstrate solid leadership qualities to lead the Account Management Team through exceptional organizational and communication skills
  • Participates and leads the RFPs and finalist presentations for their specific accounts (NBEA & RFP situations)
  • Develop annual business plan and monitor progress
  • Ability to assess problems and implement solutions based on sound marketing, operational and financial principles
  • Ability to travel when needed for client and/or internal meetings

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:
  • Valid driver's license
  • Life & Health State Insurance License or ability to obtain within 90 days of employment
  • 7+ years of experience of meeting and/or exceeding client expectations associated with health insurance products or similar industry
  • Advanced planning experience and achievement in identifying client needs and meeting deadlines
  • Advanced consultative selling and negotiation skills with the capability to effectively design solutions for complex clients
  • Proven solid relationship building, strategic focus, analytical, and project-management skills
  • Proven excellent presentation skills with the expertise and experience to credibly represent the Company

*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 $91,700 to $163,700 annually based on full-time employment. 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

  • Valid driver's license
  • Life & Health State Insurance License or ability to obtain within 90 days
  • 7+ years of experience in health insurance products
  • Advanced planning experience in identifying client needs
  • Advanced consultative selling and negotiation skills
  • Proven relationship building and strategic focus
  • Proven excellent presentation skills

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Optum Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage offers multiple plan types with employer HSA contributions, in‑network preventive care at 100%, and included 24/7 virtual visits, alongside dental and vision options. This breadth allows predictable copay choices or tax‑advantaged HSA designs to fit different usage needs.
  • Retirement Support Retirement programs include a 401(k) with employer match eligibility and full vesting over time plus an Employee Stock Purchase Plan at a discount. Together these elements support long‑term savings and ownership.
  • Parental & Family Support Family supports include six weeks paid parental leave, paid caregiver leave, adoption assistance, and subsidized Bright Horizons back‑up care. Emotional well‑being resources like a premium Calm subscription and a 24/7 EAP complement these 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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