Director, Pricing / 30 / E / 12004

UnitedHealth Group is an innovative leader in the health and well-being industry, serving more than 55 million Americans. Through our family of companies, we contribute outstanding clinical insight with consumer-friendly services and advanced technology to help people achieve optimal health.UnitedHealthcare, a UnitedHealth Group company, provides network-based health and well-being benefits and services for employers and consumers nationwide. We use our strength, diversity and innovation to improve the lives of the more than 18 million people who receive our unique products and services. And our endless pursuit for excellence in everything we do extends to your career as well. Join us today for an inspired and purposeful mix of professional growth opportunities and personal rewards.



Provides UnitedHealth Group with pricing direction that will achieve the company's financial objectives and comply with applicable laws. Develops actionable, comprehensive pricing and trend recommendations to fulfill objectives of the department, division and UHG. Evaluates and uses technology to enhance operational efficiencies and group performance. Frequently interacts with senior leadership, inside and outside the organization. Manages and thoroughly monitors strategic projects that have an impact inside and outside of department. Provides technical and business guidance to staff at all levels on a regular basis. Acts as a teacher and coach on a regular basis. May assign, direct, review and prioritize work activity of staff personnel. Influences actions of peers inside and outside of department. May mentor, motivate, performance-manage, make employment and compensation decisions related to staff. Develops, or assists in developing, competent, confident and independent staff. Works within general guidelines with senior managers of other company departments


Job Requirements:

Critical Success Factors Ability to provide objective, analytical evaluation of medical cost experience and its impact on pricing. Effective coach and mentor to staff personnel. Active change agent within and outside of department. Confident in challenging/making difficult decisions related to personnel/business issues. Strong work ethic, independence and dependability. Able to highlight issues/problems and convey complex thoughts, written and oral, in a clear, concise, timely manner. Technical Competencies -- Underwriting and Pricing Product knowledge Healthcare knowledge Internal operations and capabilities Leadership Attributes: Demonstrate business acumen Demonstrates capability to get results in a complex, often ambiguous environment Takes and manages risk Builds and leverages a network of experts to supplement one owns expertise Establishes trust and credibility at all levels of the organization Capable of managing a variety of issues while driving momentum of key projects Clearly and understandably articulate goals and expectations, relating them to the business mission and direction Change agent: Looks for ways to improve his/her own daily work process, uses creative problem-solving in day to day work, is flexible and willing to adjust to changes in work environment and responds positively to change. Strategic vision and achievement oriented. Communication Attributes: Organizational and personal influencing skills: Active team member, builds and maintains working relationships that enhance individual and team performance. Communicates clearly over the phone and in person. Tailors language to the audience, initiates appropriate communications with others, is tactful and listens well. Demonstrates negotiation skills Actively listens to understand the perspectives of others Openly and actively communicates information and takes initiative to communicate extensively Handles difficult situations diplomatically Effective interpersonal influence, collaboration and listening skills Building Teamwork Attributes: Promotes recognition of others Holds herself/himself mutually accountable with the team Models and supports effective team interactions Realizes the performance potential of team Encourages diverse opinions and expression of constructive disagreement Bachelor's degree with heavy emphasis in math. ASA or FSA required. 6+ years broad experience in Actuarial disciplines. Extensive and expert knowledge of concepts and methodologies in the health care environment. Advanced knowledge of Health Care industry and ability to apply knowledge to concrete issues and problems



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