Executive Assistant

Optum; Los Angeles (CA); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative organization is seeking a highly qualified Executive Assistant to support its CEO. This role offers a dynamic work environment where you will manage complex schedules, coordinate meetings, and handle special projects. With a commitment to diversity and inclusion, this position provides opportunities for career growth and a chance to make a meaningful impact in health equity. If you thrive in a fast-paced environment and possess strong administrative skills, this is an exciting opportunity to join a forward-thinking team dedicated to improving health outcomes.

Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package

Opportunities for career growth

Dynamic work environment

Incentive programs

401k contributions

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience supporting senior executives in a matrixed organization.
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks/projects with attention to detail.

Responsibilities

• Manage action items and tasks for the CEO with minimal supervision.
• Coordinate complex schedules, meetings, and travel arrangements.

Skills

Administrative Support

Calendar Management

Communication Skills

Event Planning

Project Management

Process Improvement

Microsoft Office Suite

Tools

Microsoft Office Outlook

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Teams

Job description

Executive Assistant - Optum Health

Location: El Segundo, CA

About Us: Join Optum Health, a global organization dedicated to improving health outcomes through innovative care and technology. We are committed to diversity, inclusion, and career development, offering comprehensive benefits and a supportive culture.

Role Overview: We are seeking a highly qualified Executive Assistant to support the Chief Executive Officer (CEO) of Optum Health. This role involves a wide range of administrative and executive support duties, requiring flexibility, confidentiality, and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Executive Support: Prioritize and manage action items, follow-ups, and tasks for the CEO with minimal supervision.
2. Calendar Management: Strategically manage and coordinate complex schedules, meetings, events, and travel arrangements.
3. Communication: Exhibit superior customer service skills in all interactions, both internal and external.
4. Event Planning: Organize and manage external events, site visits, and business development activities.
5. Project Management: Handle special projects and department-specific assignments, ensuring efficiency and effectiveness.
6. Process Improvement: Collaborate with department leads to enhance organizational processes.

What We Offer:

• A dynamic and inclusive work environment
• Opportunities for career growth and development
• Comprehensive benefits package
• The chance to make a meaningful impact on health equity and outcomes

Required Qualifications:

• 5+ years of administrative experience in support of senior executives in a highly matrixed organization
• Experience supporting C-suite executives
• Experience supporting multiple executives within a fast-paced, dynamic environment
• Experience coordinating large meetings for senior leadership
• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Outlook, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Teams
• Proven ability to manage multiple tasks/projects and deadlines simultaneously with extreme attention to detail
• Excellent verbal and written communication and grammatical skills
• Executive presence and high professionalism, comfortable working with all levels
• Flexibility to work weeknights and weekends as needed
• Ability to work in El Segundo, CA office

Join Us:

Be part of a team making a difference in health and well-being. Apply today to start your journey with Optum Health.

The hourly range for this role is $23.70 to $46.35, based on full-time employment. Pay depends on factors such as local labor markets, education, experience, and certifications. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws and offers benefits including a comprehensive package, incentive programs, equity stock purchase, and 401k contributions, subject to eligibility. Starting a career with UnitedHealth Group offers a broad array of benefits and incentives.

Our mission is to help people live healthier lives and improve the health system for everyone. We are committed to addressing health disparities and promoting equitable care, reflecting our enterprise priorities.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, genetic information, or any characteristic protected by law. We are a drug-free workplace requiring a pre-employment drug test.