Job Description

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.
We are seeking a highly organized and professional Executive Assistant to support the UHG Deputy Chief Security Officer (Deputy CSO). The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational abilities, personnel management skills, keen attention to detail, and problem-solving capabilities - all within the realm of a fast-paced environment. This role requires a high level of discretion and the ability to handle confidential information with integrity. The ideal candidate will have experience working with security leadership in either the private or public sector.
This role involves working directly with the Deputy CSO and other members of the Enterprise Security Resilience Office (ESRO) Executive Leadership Team.
If you are located in the Washington, DC Area, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* 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:

• Liaison between Executive Assistants across the enterprise with appropriate professional written and oral communications
• Manage all aspects of the Deputy CSO's calendar, including scheduling meetings and accepting / declining meetings from the enterprise
• Coordinate and schedule travel arrangements through UHG's travel platform within compliance
• Complete expense reports following travel arrangements within the appropriate timeline to meet UHG's travel and expense policy
• Organize and prepare materials for meetings, including agendas, minutes, and follow-up actions. Ensuring the Deputy CSO is well-prepared for all engagements
• Support the Deputy CSO's Chief of Staff in organizing and coordinating events, meetings, and conferences, including logistics such as meeting spaces and meal purchases
• Maintain and organize important records and files related to the office of the Deputy CSO
• Assist in special projects and initiatives led by the Deputy CSO's Chief of Staff, ensuring timely completion and adherence to objectives
• Handle sensitive information with confidentiality and discretion
• Identify and resolve administrative issues proactively to support the smooth operations of the Deputy CSO's office
• Coordinating with the Office of the Deputy CSO's staff and their respective Senior Administrative Assistants

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:

• 5+ years of administrative experience supporting c-suite level executives
• Background in the security industry, including physical or cyber security
• Proven ability to assist multiple leaders effectively
• Solid business acumen with a successful history of supporting diverse leadership teams

Preferred Qualifications:

• Takes initiative and anticipates the needs of the Deputy CSO
• Thrives in dynamic and fast-paced environment
• Reliable and able to maintain a high level of confidentiality
• Comprehensive global travel management expertise
• Calendar coordination proficiency
• Exceptional accuracy in all assigned duties
• Demonstrated professionalism and integrity
• Exhibit solid organizational, facilitation, and critical thinking skills
• Highly motivated, adaptable, and resourceful to achieve satisfactory solutions
• Possess excellent verbal and written communication abilities
• Ability to translate meeting and engagement requirements into meaningful interactions with leadership
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office applications, including but not limited to Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and Forms
• Dedication to maintaining high standards of integrity, ethics, and professionalism in all business dealings
• Consistently professional and confident in interactions with executive leadership and their support staff
• Solid capacity to prioritize tasks and handle ambiguity when necessary

*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 hourly pay for this role will range from $23.41 to $41.83 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.

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