Sr. Director, Editorial

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.

Play a critical role on the UnitedHealth Group Corporate Communications team to drive our reputation and inspire employees around our mission to help people live healthier lives and to help make the health system work better for everyone.

This position requires a highly motivated individual who can effectively build relationships and collaborate with a range of stakeholders - and can quickly develop an in-depth understanding of UnitedHealth Group's priorities and vision. Essential qualities for success in this position include a collaborative nature, uncompromising eye for quality and exceptional writing, editing and listening skills. In addition, superior organizational skills, resourcefulness and creative problem-solving are essential.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise editorial strategy across external and internal communications
• Oversee editorial planning and alignment across UHG, UHC and Optum - serve as a trusted partner and collaborate effectively with colleagues across UHG, Optum and UHC Communications
• Create and manage editorial calendar across channels to support overarching business and communications goals
• Manage editorial/content across all channels (Intranet, App, Email, Social Media, , Digital Signage, etc.)
• Ensure editorial and message consistency across communications channels
• Lead the strategy and creation of dynamic content to engage key audiences - including new, twice monthly broadcast/newscast and Leader Dose (People Leader email)
• Partner with Channels team to ensure timely, accurate and high-quality publishing and execution
• Assess performance data and drive innovations based on data, research, insights and industry best practices
• Lead and drive innovations and enhancements to employee communications experience and digital platforms - based on research, employee insights and industry best practices
• Provide ad hoc input and support on core communications strategies across the department

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 experience in:
  • Communications, marketing, public relations, employee engagement or business management
  • Account management and relationship development assessing and interpreting client/partner needs and requirements
  • Presenting to groups and teams
  • Content creation across multiple channels
• Experience with editorial and communications planning - across multiple audiences and channels
• Experience in developing content tailored to specific audiences and channels
• Microsoft Office suite (PowerPoint/Word/Excel) experience
• Proven excellent writing and editing skills with proven track record of executing campaigns and tactics
• Proven excellent project management skills - from development of strategies through execution
• Proven to operate with discipline and urgency while managing multiple projects
• Proven ability to be flexible and work with ambiguity
• Experience managing teams, directly or indirectly

Preferred Qualifications:

• Direct People Leadership Experience
• Experience using Opal
• Experience in building and executing initiatives in a corporate setting (or in consultation with corporations)
• Knowledge and / or use of Associated Press Stylebook

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

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, Washington, Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $147,300 to $282,800 annually. 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.