Associate Director, Strategic Analytics - Remote

Optum; Eden Prairie (MN); Remote; USD 106,000 - 195,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization is seeking an Associate Director of Strategic Analytics to enhance decision-making through data insights. The role involves developing analytical strategies, collaborating with various stakeholders, and influencing organizational outcomes. Ideal candidates will possess strong analytical skills and experience in data modeling, along with proven communication abilities. This remote position offers flexibility within the U.S.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Incentive and recognition programs

401k contribution

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data analytics or a related field.
• Experience collaborating with senior stakeholders.
• Strong analytical and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute analytical strategies to support organizational goals.
• Identify trends and provide data-driven business insights.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to develop data-driven solutions.

Skills

Analytical tools

Data modeling

Statistical analysis

Communication

Problem-solving

Tools

Power BI

Database management systems

Job description

Associate Director, Strategic Analytics - Remote

Associate Director, Strategic Analytics - Remote

1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants

Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features.

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.

Optum Health Analytics is putting data-driven insight at the core of decision-making, activating intelligence through the connection of critical data assets and the delivery of strategic and operational analytics. For the Associate Director of Strategic Analytics role, we are looking for a top-performing candidate to fill a position in our fun, fast-paced, and growing team. The Associate Director’s core responsibility will be to work cohesively with local market leadership and their respective teams in driving towards analytically-backed outcomes, leaning on both best-in-class analysis and solid communication skills to generate value and influence decision making across the organization. In this high-visibility role the candidate will work across many domains, becoming knowledgeable in various core performance indicators and the nuances beneath each to bring business-rooted intentionality to large datasets. In role, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Develop, explain, and execute analytical strategies to support organizational goals, identifying opportunities to improve operations and strategically grow our portfolio
• Identifying trends and patterns in the data to provide insights that can inform business decisions
• Collaborating with various stakeholders and departments (finance, operations, clinical, capabilities, etc.) to identify business needs and develop data-driven solutions while communicating findings and recommendations to influence outcomes
• Managing multiple analytical engagements across different audiences, meeting tight timelines as we put speed and scale at the forefront
• Possess both sharpened technical and interpersonal skills with emphases on; quick learner, curiosity, critical thinking, problem-solving abilities, and the ability to influence large audiences
• Staying up to date with the latest data analytics techniques and tools and recommending new approaches as needed
  
  

The ideal candidate for a Director of Strategic Analytics position should have a solid background in data analytics, including experience with statistical analysis, data visualization, and data modeling. They should also have experience collaborating with senior stakeholders, managing-up to create data-driven solutions. Solid communication and storytelling are a must for this role.

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

• Track record of progressive growth with at least 5+ years of experience in data analytics or a related field
• Expertise in analytical tools (e.g. Power BI), strong understanding of data modeling, and familiarity of database management systems and data warehousing
• In-depth understanding of business strategy and operational metrics with the ability to link data insights to strategic objectives and provide actionable recommendations
• Proven solid analytical mindset with a focus on solving complex business problems
• Proven excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex concepts for diverse audiences
• All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy
  
  

The salary range for this role is $106,800 to $194,200 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

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.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Mid-Senior level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Research, Analyst, and Information Technology

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Optum by 2x

Get notified about new Director of Analytics jobs in Eden Prairie, MN.

VP, Insights Leader (Hybrid-Minneapolis)

Edina, MN $175,000.00-$215,000.00 6 days ago

Minneapolis, MN $164,000.00-$279,000.00 2 days ago

St Paul, MN $252,000.00-$315,000.00 20 hours ago

Greater Minneapolis-St. Paul Area $155,000.00-$185,000.00 6 days ago

Digital Insights Director - Hybrid in Minneapolis, MN

Minneapolis, MN $106,800.00-$194,200.00 1 week ago

Sr Director/ Head of Data Science, Responsible AI

Minneapolis, MN $164,000.00-$279,000.00 1 week ago

Sr Director/ Head of Data Science, Responsible AI

Minneapolis, MN $153,600.00-$327,900.00 1 week ago

Sr Director/ Head of Data Science, Responsible AI

Minneapolis, MN $150,000.00-$165,000.00 1 week ago

Director, Clinical Supply Expense Analytics - Remote

Minneapolis, MN $205,000.00-$255,000.00 2 weeks ago

Head of Solution Architecture & Data Engineering

Head of Solution Architecture & Data Engineering

Minneapolis, MN $180,000.00-$210,000.00 1 week ago

Director, Applied Research – Corporates Tax & Trade

Communications and Change Management Lead

Eagan, MN $99,400.00-$184,600.00 2 weeks ago

Brooklyn Park, MN $86,500.00-$135,960.00 2 weeks ago

Minneapolis, MN $84,000.00-$149,400.00 6 days ago

We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI.