Network Contracting Senior Analyst

Optum; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Wellness programs

Pension contribution matching

Training opportunities

Job summary

Optum in Ireland is seeking a Senior Analyst to guide development and support of provider networks and unit cost management through financial and network pricing modeling, analysis, and reporting.

The role offers hybrid work between Dublin/Letterkenny offices and home-based telecommuting, with focus on contract negotiations, documentation, and performance analytics to improve pharmacy contracting outcomes.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated solid analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, prioritization, and organizational skills.
• Ability to interpret, simplify, and communicate complex contractual and business information effectively to diverse audiences.
• Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional business partners and building solid working relationships.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while delivering high-quality results in a deadline-driven environment.
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills with ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Proven initiative, ownership and accountability for new responsibilities and challenges.
• Commitment to continuous learning, including an interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies.
• Solution-oriented mindset with the ability to think creatively and improve processes.
• Solid background in finance.

Responsibilities

• Analyze contract, network, and business issues using data, facts, sound judgment, and established processes.
• Support contract negotiations, implementation, and ongoing administration activities.
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and ensure compliance with procedures.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to support pharmacy contracting initiatives and drive objectives.
• Manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment with high accuracy.
• Support management of pharmacy contract performance and assist with analysis, reporting, and issue resolution.
• Identify challenges and opportunities, propose practical solutions, and drive continuous improvements.

Skills

Analytical thinking

Effective communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Project management

Finance background

Attention to detail

Problem solving

AI tools interest

Proactive mindset

Tools

Microsoft Excel

PowerPoint

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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

In healthcare, evolution doesn't just happen. It takes innovation, imagination, and a passion for solving problems in new and better ways. And innovation is taking place at a lightning-fast pace every day at Optum.

As the fastest growing part of the UnitedHealth Group family of businesses, we're expanding our team in Ireland and creating excellent opportunities for those who want greater purpose and more impact in their work. We'll provide the investment, support, and resources to advance your career. You'll provide the talent, ambition, and drive.

As a Senior Analyst within our network pharmacy contracting team, you'll guide the development and support of provider networks as well as unit cost management activities through financial and network pricing modeling, analysis, and reporting. As you do, you'll discover the resources, backing and opportunities that you'd expect from a Fortune 6 leader.

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 Dublin or Letterkenny office and telecommuting from a home-based office in a hybrid work model.

You will 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 providing development for other roles you may be interested in.

Primary Responsibilities

• Analyze contract, network, and business issues using relevant data, facts, sound judgment, and established processes
• Support contract negotiations, implementation, and ongoing administration activities
• Maintain accurate contract documentation and ensure compliance with organizational procedures
• Collaborate cross-functionally with key internal stakeholders to support pharmacy contracting initiatives and drive business objectives
• Effectively manage multiple priorities and competing deadlines in a fast-paced environment while maintaining a high level of accuracy and attention to detail
• Support the management of pharmacy contract performance and assist with analysis, reporting, issue resolution, and process improvements
• Proactively identify challenges and opportunities, develop practical solutions, and contribute to continuous improvements in processes, workflows, and operational efficiency

Required Qualifications

• Demonstrated solid analytical, critical thinking, problem-solving, prioritization, and organizational skills
• Demonstrated ability to interpret, simplify, and communicate complex contractual and business information effectively to diverse audiences
• Proven track record of collaborating with cross-functional business partners and building solid working relationships
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects and competing priorities while delivering high-quality results in a deadline-driven environment
• Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
• Demonstrated solid verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence, collaborate, and effectively engage stakeholders at all levels
• Proven initiative, ownership, and accountability, with a willingness to take on new responsibilities and challenges
• Demonstrated commitment to continuous learning, including an interest in leveraging AI tools and emerging technologies to improve effectiveness and efficiency
• Demonstrated solution-oriented mindset, with the ability to think creatively, challenge conventional approaches, and recommend innovative solutions to business challenges
• Demonstrated solid background in finance

What We Offer

• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• Key benefits: Private health insurance, wellness programs, matching pension contribution, lunch provided by the company, training opportunities, employee donations matching and others

Please note you must currently be eligible to work and remain indefinitely without any restrictions in the country to which you are making an application. Proof will be required to support your application.

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.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, race, and membership of the Traveller community, or any other characteristic protected by law. Optum is a drug-free workplace. Optum Services (Ireland) Limited. All rights reserved.

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