Business Operations Consultant - Remote - Remote Eligible

Business Operations Consultant

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.

We are seeking a highly analytic and skilled Business Operations Consultant to support senior leadership in improving workstream business analysis. The ideal candidate will be responsible for conducting analysis to identify trends and opportunities in operations and client issues, facilitating and managing special projects, monitoring and tracking work issues, and ensuring that deliverables are delivered timely and of excellent quality.

You'll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges. For all hires in the Minneapolis or Washington, D.C. area, you will be required to work in the office a minimum of four days per week.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support senior leadership in business and operations analysis for the organization and individual workstreams
• Conducting analysis to identify trends and opportunities in operations and identify client issues, as well as budget and forecasting analysis
• Facilitate and manage special projects, ensuring they are completed on time and within scope
• Monitor and track work issues to ensure timely resolution
• Develop analysis and models to help manage operations
• Write and develop PowerPoint decks for presentations
• Perform contract resolution and conflict of interest reviews

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:

• 2+ years of experience analyzing healthcare operations and Medicaid LTSS programs
• Experience with Microsoft Teams and OneNote
• Proficiency in Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, and Word
• Solid analytic and organizational skills with attention to detail
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Solid problem-solving skills and ability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously

Preferred Qualifications:

• Proven experience in a similar role, preferably in a consulting or business operations environment
• Solid understanding of project management principles and practices

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.