Executive Assistant, UHG Communications

Executive Assistant

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 team that shares your passion for helping others. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

UnitedHealth Group is seeking a highly capable Executive Assistant to provide strategic administrative and operational support to the UHG Communications team and members of Communications leadership. This role serves as a trusted partner, enabling leaders to operate effectively, prioritize competing demands, and advance key business objectives.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional judgment, discretion, and professionalism, with the ability to manage confidential information and navigate complex organizational dynamics. They will bring experience supporting senior leaders in fast-paced environments, with strengths in executive support, communications coordination, event management, project execution, and operational excellence.

Success in this role requires solid critical thinking, sound decision-making, adaptability, and the ability to anticipate needs, solve problems proactively, and drive work forward in ambiguous or evolving situations. Outstanding organizational skills, relationship-building capabilities, and a commitment to delivering high-quality results are essential.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support calendar management of several members of the communications leadership team with complex schedules
• Assist with the management of travel and expense reporting for six members of the communications leadership team, including reconciling and submitting reports
• Be a critical team member in implementing the Enterprise Communications employee experience, by facilitating larger cross-business team meetings
• Oversee on-site office logistics in the Eden Prairie headquarters, including managing office supply inventory and helping onboard new employees
• Manage on-site team-building activities in the Eden Prairie headquarters, including planning events, ordering food on key dates and supporting the team, as needed
• Assist with creating and editing PowerPoint presentations, e-mail communications and reports
• Maintain a vast paper and electronic filing system
• Determine priority of matters of attention for the communications leadership team; redirect matters to staff to handle, or handle matters personally, as appropriate
• Handle printing, copying, mailing/overnight packages of materials
• Monitor and support progress of key business and operational activities
• Request follow-ups and take follow-up actions to support project deliverables

Key Skills

• Collaborate with EA peers to ensure best possible reputation of Communications organization.
• Detail-oriented with a solid self-starter mentality
• Manage sensitive information with utmost confidentiality
• Work independently while being the consummate team player inside and outside the function
• Thrives in a fast-paced environment
• Adept at managing multiple priorities
• Possess solid emotional intelligence
• Demonstrate tactical and strategic thinking
• Willingness to learn about communications, technology, and organizational management

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:

• 5+ years of experience providing support in an Executive environment and interactions with individuals at all levels inside and outside of Communications
• Experience with fast-paced, externally facing organizations (Communications, Marketing, Government/Public Affairs)
• Proficient with Microsoft applications (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams)

Preferred Qualification:

• 5+ years of Executive Assistant experience supporting c-suite level executives

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). The hourly pay for this role will range from $34 - $60 per hour based on full-time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

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.