Associate Director, Product Finance and Strategy - Hybrid in Eden Prairie MN Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. As Associate Director, Product Finance and Strategy, you will be responsible for supporting the overall strategy, planning, and narrative for the CXDP capitalization and enterprise and cross-BU product approval process. You will be part of the Consumer Experience extended leadership team and will report directly to the Vice President, Consumer Strategy. This position follows a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week. Primary Responsibilities Capitalization approach and capital planning: Lead development, coordination and implementation of CXDP capitalization strategy. Develop and manage long-term capitalization plan in alignment with strategic goals and operational needs. Coordinate across CXDP and with business partners to prioritize resources and project based on strategic objectives, risk and funding availability. Conduct financial modeling and scenario planning to support capital investment decisions. Lead annual and quarterly capitalization planning for the digital portfolio in close partnership with Finance. Manage governance processes for digital investments through the Optum PAB, ensuring alignment with corporate thresholds and ROI expectations. Track actuals and support forecasting and reforecasting, surfacing key variances to support decision-making. Financial storytelling and strategic framing: Develop clear, compelling narratives that connect digital product investments to business outcomes. Partner with product teams to frame initiatives in financial terms aligned with enterprise strategy. Create executive-ready presentations and business cases to support roadmap prioritization, capitalization and capital requests. Cost-Benefit Analysis (CBA) & financial modeling: Build common CBA template to help ensure CBA rigor for use as part of an enterprise-wide and cross-BU product development process. Support CXDA product and experience teams build impactful and successful CBAs, serving as a liaison with CXDP and BU finance teams for inputs and coordination. Financial analyst support for consumer value creation measurement and reporting. Collaborate with analytical teams to acquire data and develop robust, data-driven value estimates. Product Governance: Leads Optum PAB Governance Process: Ensures seamless execution of bi-weekly Optum PAB meetings, with key topics prepared in advance for cross-business leader discussions. Facilitates Monthly Digital Close: Orchestrates a cross-UHG forum that unites Optum and UHC leaders to review key performance metrics and critical initiatives. Required Qualifications 5+ years of experience in capital planning, healthcare or product accounting. 5+ years of experience working with CBA and value creation. 5+ years of experience with data visualization and storytelling and documentation. 5+ years of experience influencing and collaborating with stakeholders in a highly matrixed organization. Preferred Qualifications Proven ability to foster internal relationships, work effectively within cross-functional teams, and lead through ambiguity. Proven solid organizational skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lead multiple projects and thrive in a dynamic environment. Proven ability to remain composed and balance high pressure situations to successfully operate in a real-time, fast-paced environment. Proven excellent writing and editing skills, and adept at PowerPoint for visual storytelling. Proven ability to make space to listen, learn, and amplify diverse perspectives and experiences. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. The salary for this role will range from $110,200 to $188,800 annually based on full-time employment. At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations.

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