Strategic Executive Assistant to CTO & CIO | Global Tech

Optum; Minnetonka (MN); On-site; USD 47,000 - 83,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Equity stock purchase

401k contribution

Incentive & recognition programs

Job summary

Optum Technology seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to directly support the Vice President, CTO and Vice President, CIO in a fast-paced technology environment. This Minnesota-based, office-focused role requires strong strategic partnership, calendar management across time zones, and a proactive approach to executive enablement.

You will coordinate domestic and international travel, prepare executive communications, and lead leadership meetings while maintaining discretion and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; additional experience accepted.
• 5+ years of progressively responsible administrative support at executive level.
• Ability to anticipate needs, exercise sound judgment, and handle confidential information.
• Experience supporting multiple senior leaders and complex calendars.

Responsibilities

• Serve as trusted strategic partner to executive leadership; prioritize requests and protect time.
• Provide high‑level administrative support to Vice Presidents, CTO and CIO.
• Anticipate needs, resolve conflicts, and develop solutions with minimal direction.
• Manage complex calendars across domestic and international time zones.
• Coordinate travel, itineraries, accommodations, and meetings abroad.
• Plan in‑person and virtual meetings, workshops, and leadership events.
• Support leadership and employee engagement activities to strengthen visibility.
• Draft and edit executive communications, presentations, and reports.
• Prepare and audit expense reports; support invoice processing and financial workflows.
• Maintain organized digital documents using Microsoft 365 and related tools.
• Protect sensitive information with discretion and professionalism.
• Build relationships with senior leaders, partners, and staff; collaborate for continuity.

Skills

Executive partnership

Discretion & judgment

Independent work

Strategic prioritization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Outlook

Microsoft Word

Microsoft Excel

Microsoft PowerPoint

Microsoft Teams

Concur

Ariba

AMEX Global Travel

SharePoint

Copilot / AI tools

OneNote

Job description

Optum Technology seeks an experienced Executive Assistant to directly support the Vice President, CTO and Vice President, CIO in a fast-paced technology environment. This Minnesota-based, office-focused role requires strong strategic partnership, calendar management across time zones, and a proactive approach to executive enablement.

You will coordinate domestic and international travel, prepare executive communications, and lead leadership meetings while maintaining discretion and