Healthcare Proposal Writer (virtual) Job in Dallas, Texas US


This position plays a critical role in the development of proposals within Optum Health on the New Business Services team. As a member of the writing team, this individual will be accountable for assessing customer needs and requirements and identifying solutions to non-standard requests and problems. Additional accountabilities will include leading large, complex projects to achieve key business objectives and project managing cross-functional and/or cross segment teams. This position is a unique blend of writing, complex project management and strategy development. Responsibilities include:

Independently project manage and write complex, innovative proposals within the department

Own the articulation of the value proposition, market positioning and overall strategic within the proposal by gathering the necessary information to write compelling proposal text which reflects a strong industry awareness and highlights Optum Health's competitive differentiators

Consult with New Business Services Strategic Content Team, sales, and product teams on messaging strategy for proposal responses

Work with key stakeholders (sales, channel leads, marketing, product development and training) to develop, articulate the proposed solution within a proposal

Lead functional and segment teams through the proposal process

Provide explanation and information to project team on complex issues, status updates, forecast potential project shortfalls and escalate as appropriate

Contribute to proposed development and implementation of process improvements and writing models

Develop innovative approaches for achieving positive outcomes and driving proposals to completion within the deadline requirements

Serve as a lead strategic writer and project manager on large, marquis and highly customer centric proposals which may involve value and product innovations

Collaborate with Product Development regarding appropriate positioning and articulation of the value story within proposals with oversight by New Business Services leadership and editors

Manage multiple projects with a sensitivity to tight deadlines and to working in a collaborative group environment - role within projects is based on the needs of the team, workflow, complexity/visibility of project

Coordinate with sister companies and business units within Optum Health, as appropriate, to ensure strategic alignment (e.g., Specialty Benefits, Financial Services, United Healthcare.

Optum Health is part of the family of companies that make UnitedHealth Group one of the leaders across most major segments of the US health care system.

Optum Health helps nearly 60 million Americans live their lives to the fullest by educating them about their symptoms, conditions and treatments; helping them to navigate the system, finance their health care needs and stay on track with their health goals. No other business touches so many lives in such a positive way. And we do it all with every action focused on our shared values of Integrity, Compassion, Relationships, Innovation Performance.

At Optum Health, you will perform within an innovative culture that's focused on transformational change in the health care system. You will leverage your skills across a diverse and multi-faceted business. And you will make contributions that will have an impact that's greater than you've ever imagined.

Requirements:
Ability to articulate the value proposition, message framing, development of key themes writing, and project management in conjunction with sales leads to create a client centric proposal response
Demonstrated ability to provide timely, accurate information under tight timelines
Demonstrated successful organizational skills
Demonstrated successful project management skills
Ability to perform effectively under pressure when faced with multiple, time-sensitive priorities
Excellent written and verbal communication skills
Strong ability to work in a self-directed manner in cross-functional and/or cross segment teams within a matrix environment
A minimum of 5 years of experience business to business writing experience within a healthcare environment
Prior proposal writing experience
Proficient in Microsoft applications
Strong problem resolution, analytical, research and negotiation skills
Occasional business travel required
Bachelor's degree in English, Communication, Journalism, Marketing, healthcare or related field
Must have access to high speed internet (company provided)

Preferences:
Master's degree
That the incumbent live in San Francisco, CA or Golden Valley, MN

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: equal opportunity employer M/F/D/V. United Health Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment. In addition, employees in certain positions are subject to random drug testing.