Sr Writer/Editor - Newsroom - Hybrid in 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. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

The Sr Writer/Editor is a digital-first communicator responsible for the planning and execution of content assets from an Optum business line for Optum's newsroom. You'll work within your business line to understand priorities and develop content that meets the needs of our audiences, creates advocacy and drives measurable results. From charting a course for editorial planning to developing content and overseeing the review process, you'll contribute a strong voice to content creation for Optum. The ability to work under pressure, managing multiple projects and meet strict deadlines is critical.

This position follows a hybrid schedule with four in-office days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Serve as a subject matter expert and write/edit compelling content on behalf of a business segment to support Optum's newsroom
• Facilitate the full content lifecycle from planning to publishing. This would include, but not be limited to, research, writing, editing, conducting internal interviews with subject matter experts, and securing approval for content. It would also involve working with creative teams on video and design assets.
• Share editorial ideas and collaborate on content with the Optum social media team
• Ask effective questions and carefully listen to gather and translate information that will drive creation of clear communications
• Write/edit content that is aligned with applicable audience/stakeholder needs
• Write/edit content that is clear, simple, error-free, and grammatically correct
• Adhere to applicable internal guidelines and requirements (e.g., Legal, Compliance, Clinical, Subject Matter Experts, confidentiality)
• Adhere to applicable external/governmental guidelines and requirements (e.g., legal, regulatory)
• Work with Optum communications and marketing teams to evaluate ongoing and long-term opportunities in content
• Proactively build effective relationships and positive communication with business leaders to develop content that meets the needs of our audiences and creates advocacy
• Champion Optum brand standards and voice in all communications
• Understand business dynamics, cycles, products and marketing initiatives and help identify, prioritize and execute content

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:

• 3+ years of experience in communications, Journalism, Public Relations
• 3+ years of digital communications / marketing experience
• 3+ years of experience in a matrixed organization or in working with matrixed organizations
• Demonstrated command of AP Style
• Computer literacy (Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Understanding of complex, policy-driven health care topics
• Knowledge of best practices in digital media

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with digital newsrooms

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. The salary for this role will range from $89,900 to $160,600 annually based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.

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.

UnitedHealth Group is a drug - free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.