Senior Administrative Assistant - Remote

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

Combine two of the fastest-growing fields on the planet with culture of performance, collaboration and opportunity and this is what you get. Leading edge technology in an industry that's improving the lives of millions. Here, innovation isn't about another gadget, it's about making health care data available wherever and whenever people need it, safely and reliable. There's no room for error. Join us and start doing your life's best work. SM

This position is full-time (40 hours/week) Monday - Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8-hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8:00am - 5:00pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

*All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Support business leaders in organizing meetings, scheduling, travel and expense management.
• Coordinate meetings and conference calls as needed or anticipated
• Maintains Outlook calendar(s) in current and accurate status
• Prepares meeting materials and assists with the development of PowerPoint presentations
• Supporting broader team in ensuring schedules and meetings are aligned.
• Creates and modifies various documents using Microsoft Office and multiple software systems - agendas, meeting notes, information grids, travel itineraries, etc.
• Coordinates and maintains records for staff office space and phones
• Some clerical duties, including but not limited to photocopying, faxing, mail distribution and filing
• Answer phones promptly and uses good judgment to prioritize the distribution of messages in a timely manner
• Responsible for keeping inventory of all office supplies and placing orders for replenishment as needed
• Manage multiple deadlines and perform some Business Segment Liaison (BSL) duties as assigned
• Performs all other related duties as assigned
• Proficiency with Microsoft Teams

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:

• High School Diploma or GED (or higher)
• 5+ years of administrative support experience.
• 3+ years of experience scheduling and maintaining management calendars
• Intermediate level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications including Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint and Microsoft Outlook (ability to create, edit, save and send documents, spreadsheets, presentations and correspondence)

Telecommuting Requirements:

• Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy
• Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure (if applicable)
• Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high-speed internet connection or leverage an existing high-speed internet service

Soft Skills:

• Demonstrated ability to be proactive working in a fast-paced cross-functional environment
• Demonstrated attention to detail and excellent digital organizational skills
• Proven ability to multi-task in a fast moving and deadline driven environment
• Demonstrated ability to maintain professionalism and a positive service attitude

UnitedHealth Group requires all new hires and employees to report their COVID-19 vaccination status.

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Colorado Residents Only: The hourly range for Colorado residents is $17.12 to $30.34. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. As of the date of this posting, In addition to your salary, UHG offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements: Health, dental, and vision plans; wellness program; flexible spending accounts; paid parking or public transportation costs; 401(k) retirement plan; employee stock purchase plan; life insurance, short-term disability insurance, and long-term disability insurance; business travel accident insurance; Employee Assistance Program; PTO; and employee-paid critical illness and accident insurance.

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.

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