Optum · 1 day ago
Associate Director of Communications, Optum Insight - Remote
United States
Full-time
Remote
Senior Level, Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
$113K/yr - $193K/yr
7+ years expOptum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The Associate Director of Communications is responsible for shaping and executing strategic external communications that advance business priorities and strengthen market reputation.
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Responsibilities
Develop and execute integrated external communications strategies that elevate Optum Insight's market reputation and executive visibility
Shape thoughtful, multi channel programs that include media engagement, digital content, social amplification and targeted visibility tactics
Build compelling narratives and content for use across press, speeches, events, web and social channels
Identify and elevate stories that demonstrate Optum Insight's positive impact on customers, partners and communities
Provide strategic counsel to senior leaders on visibility opportunities, message positioning and reputational considerations
Build and maintain solid relationships across the communications ecosystem including External Affairs, Marketing, Product, Legal, Compliance and the People team
Manage sensitive issues with strategic judgment and discretion
Lead or support issue response planning for internal and external audiences
Quickly assess reputational risks and provide guidance to senior leaders with clear path forward recommendations
Support broad-scale employee engagement initiatives led by or involving Optum Insight executives
Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure internal messages reinforce executive priorities when needed
Write clear, compelling content tailored to specific audiences and channels
Deliver communications campaigns and tactics that support organizational goals
Enforce standards that ensure exceptional quality of writing, messaging and deliverables
Measure communication effectiveness and identify opportunities to improve content, channels and strategy
Provide guidance and mentorship to communication team members and contribute to a collaborative, high performing culture
Qualification
Required
7+ years of communications experience within a matrixed organization
5+ years of strategic communication planning and project management experience
Extensive writing and editing experience with solid attention to clarity, consistency and tone
Demonstrated success developing integrated communications strategies across paid, earned, owned and shared channels
Experience advising and collaborating with senior executives
Proven experience in issues and crisis response with significant business or reputational implications
Ability to operate effectively in a complex, fast paced environment with multiple stakeholders
Proficiency with Microsoft Office including Outlook, Word, Excel and PowerPoint
Preferred
Experience in healthcare or B2B technology sectors
Combination of corporate and agency communications experience
Experience advancing executive visibility programs or thought leadership
Social and digital communications experience including blogs, campaigns, podcasts or video content
Experience with earned media strategies or contributing to external visibility efforts
Exposure to marketing communications supporting growth initiatives
All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy
Benefits
Comprehensive benefits package
Incentive and recognition programs
Equity stock purchase
401k contribution
Company
Optum
Optum is a healthcare company that provides pharmacy services, health care operations, and population health management. It is a sub-organization of UnitedHealth Group.
10001+ employees
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Funding
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Late StageLeadership Team
Daniel Castillo
Chief Executive Officer, Optum Care Delivery
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Jay Green
Chief Financial Officer
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