Strategic Executive Assistant to Communications Leaders

UnitedHealth Group; Eden Prairie (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Job summary

UnitedHealth Group in Eden Prairie, MN seeks an Executive Assistant to provide strategic administrative and operational support to the UHG Communications team and leadership. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, and help advance key business objectives with discretion and professionalism.

The role requires experience supporting senior leaders in fast-paced environments, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to handle confidential information while navigating

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience providing support in an Executive environment.
• Experience with fast-paced, externally facing organizations (Communications, Marketing, Government/Public Affairs).
• Proficient with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams).

Responsibilities

• Support calendar management of several members of the communications leadership team with complex schedules.
• Assist with travel and expense reporting for six leadership team members, including reconciliation.
• Facilitate larger cross‑business team meetings to support Employee Experience initiatives.
• Oversee on-site office logistics at Eden Prairie HQ, manage supply inventory and onboarding.
• Plan on-site team-building events and coordinate food on key dates.
• Create and edit PowerPoint presentations, emails, and reports.
• Maintain extensive filing system (paper and electronic).
• Prioritize matters of attention for leadership; redirect or handle as needed.
• Handle printing, mailing, and package delivery.
• Monitor progress of key business and operational activities.
• Follow up to support project deliverables.

Skills

Executive support

Calendar management

Travel coordination

Discretion & confidentiality

Communication coordination

Multi‑tasking

Emotional intelligence

Strategic thinking

Team player

Tools

Outlook

Word

Excel

PowerPoint

Teams

Job description

UnitedHealth Group in Eden Prairie, MN seeks an Executive Assistant to provide strategic administrative and operational support to the UHG Communications team and leadership. You will manage calendars, coordinate travel, and help advance key business objectives with discretion and professionalism.

The role requires experience supporting senior leaders in fast-paced environments, strong organizational and communication skills, and the ability to handle confidential information while navigating