Remote Senior Strategy & Analytics Analyst

Optum; Eden Prairie (MN); Hybrid; USD 73,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Equity stock plan

401(k) contribution

Job summary

Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, seeks a Senior Planning & Strategy Analyst to support strategic research, analytical problem solving, initiative planning, and decision support across a portfolio of healthcare priorities.

You will apply quantitative and qualitative methods, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and communicate findings to leaders. This role offers remote work from anywhere in the U.S., with in-office requirements in Minneapolis or DC area four days per week.

Qualifications

• 3+ years in strategic analysis or related field.
• Experience using quantitative and qualitative methods.
• Ability translating analyses into actionable recommendations.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management.
• Proficiency with Python, R, MATLAB, SQL or similar.
• Healthcare analytics experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform strategic analysis to inform business decisions and investments.
• Develop plans, roadmaps, and measures of progress across initiatives.
• Apply analytical methods and communicate findings to leadership.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate priorities into action.
• Maintain documentation of assumptions, decisions, and risks.

Skills

Strategic analysis

Data analytics

Problem solving

Presentation skills

Python

R

SQL

MATLAB

Education

Advanced degree

Tools

Python

R

SQL

MATLAB

Job description

Optum, part of UnitedHealth Group, seeks a Senior Planning & Strategy Analyst to support strategic research, analytical problem solving, initiative planning, and decision support across a portfolio of healthcare priorities.

You will apply quantitative and qualitative methods, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and communicate findings to leaders. This role offers remote work from anywhere in the U.S., with in-office requirements in Minneapolis or DC area four days per week.