UnitedHealth Group is a health care and well-being company that’s dedicated to improving the health outcomes of millions around the world. We are comprised of two distinct and complementary businesses, UnitedHealthcare and Optum, working to build a better health system for all. Here, your contributions matter as they will help transform health care for years to come. Make an impact with a diverse team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.
General Profile:
- Leads a team of experts across multiple businesses and defines the strategy for the Organization Development/Organization Effectiveness Center of Excellence
- Provides leadership and accountability for performance and results through team of people leaders and professional staff
- The impact of work is primarily at the enterprise level with responsibility for activation of work across all market groups, business segments, and functions
In this part-time role, you’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
- Leads a team of Org Development experts responsible for large, complex programs with significant organizational impact across functions, product platforms, and multiple business segments
- Develop or enhance capabilities/tools that fit the future needs of UHG
- Shapes the strategic direction of the business, requiring a comprehensive understanding of best external practices and research. Expert in application of external practices to internal needs
- Drives innovation and transformation within the organization by building the skills of the Org Development organization, including business-facing partners in the business and People team function
- Influences at the highest levels and drives change
- Engages with all levels of the organization through Executive Leadership across enterprise markets (UHG, UHC, Optum)
- Works across stakeholders in the Enterprise Talent Office
- Contribute to the Organization Development Toolkit, empowering the People Team community and business leaders with a unified approach
- Develop and implement OD strategies, programs, and initiatives that enhance organizational effectiveness
- Establish a robust process for measuring the impact of organization design and development interventions
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient and collaborative organizational structures
- Deploy tools and processes that empower the People Team and business leaders to diagnose organizational needs effectively
You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.
Required Qualifications:
- 10+ years of relevant work experience
- Proven experience in a senior leadership role leveraging Organization Development skills or related areas of expertise
- Solid understanding of and experience with theories, models and best practices in organizational design, change management, team effectiveness, design thinking, and leader coaching
- Exhibits a strategic mindset and the ability to drive change
- Excellent leadership, communication, relationship, and interpersonal skills
- Influences and builds relationships at all levels of the organization. Strong credibility with business leaders and effective consulting abilities
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and projects in a fast-paced environment
- Contracts with stakeholders on deliverables and comfortable working under pressure managing multiple stakeholders
- Solid analytical, data, and problem-solving skills
Preferred Qualifications:
- High self-awareness and positive leadership impact
- Passion for continuous improvement and fostering a positive work environment
- All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy
California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Maryland, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The hourly range for this role is $16.00 to $20.05 per hour. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.
Application Deadline: This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants.
At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.
Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.
