Associate Director Compliance - Remote at UnitedHealth Group

At UnitedHealthcare, we're simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and equitable. Ready to make a difference? Join us and start doing your life's best work.(sm)

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

Job Overview
• This compliance director will work on the national UnitedHealthcare Financial, Data and Governance Team to support compliance programs for the financial, licensing, filing, intercompany, data use (machine learning/artificial intelligence), and governance areas
• Positions in this function monitor changes to laws and regulations to ensure compliance with state & federal laws, regulations and mandates
• Establish and implement standard policies, procedures, processes and best practices across UHG to promote compliance and audit-defensibility and mitigate business risk
• Conduct federal and state-specific legal research and monitor changes to applicable law
• Support the collection of data for regulatory filings, coordinate and develop processes, reports, projects, assessment tools ensure effective compliance oversight

Primary Responsibilities:
• Understanding of state based government health care programs and products, regulations and business products and initiatives
• Knowledge of data privacy, governance, licensing, filing and financial regulations that govern HMOs and other regulated entities (e.g., TPAs)
• Engage in complex remediation strategy & resolution and promote compliance with applicable laws and contractual obligations for various products
• Ability to flex by working across different markets with varying needs and expectations, as well as across national compliance teams and various compliance program focus areas
• Evaluate compliance program functions and offer recommendations to build compliance program infrastructure and ongoing monitoring processes
• Conduct research (in collaboration with other regulatory affairs and legal teams) to identify applicable regulatory requirements that pertain to product offerings, licenses, use of data, financial reporting requirements, et al
• Partner with legal, compliance, finance and program integrity personnel to support national and market program initiatives and build compliance processes and standards based on business drivers and strategic goals
• Collaborate with other legal, regulatory affairs, and compliance professionals cross-functionally to ensure elements of the compliance program are executed and that regulatory requirements are met
• Evaluate identified compliance issues, including oversight, financial reporting, licensure, filing, corrective action and mitigation requirements
• This role requires an ability to develop relationships, analyze information, recommend process improvements and influence multiple stakeholders to increase engagement and get the needed results. You will be working in a matrixed environment with multiple groups while ensuring that resources are used effectively to mitigate risks and achieve compliance

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.

Job Requirements
• Broad knowledge and experience in: ability to navigate and influence a complex matrixed environment across UHC, Optum and other delegated entities and drive to resolution
• Solidskills in: goal(s) setting and works independently to achieve them. Pushes self and others to reach milestones
• Excellent skills in: verbal and written communications; project management; problem-solving; driving results; and collaboration with business partners and colleagues
• Demonstrates advanced writing/presentation skills. Easily shifts style based on audience
• Demonstrated ability to analyze large amounts of information or data and make decisions. Ability to assess complex problems and recommend the appropriate compliance solutions
• Ability to make recommendations and assess risk even when information is limited or unclear
• Adept at understanding and resolving complex concepts and situations presented by the business environment in a practical and solution-oriented way
• Other: ability to effectively deal with ambiguity - can effectively cope with change, shift gears comfortably, and decide and act without having the total picture. Comfortably handles risk and uncertainty in a manner consistent with
• UnitedHealth Groups core values, culture and common language of leadership

Required Qualifications:
• Degree or equivalent experience: Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• 3+ years of experience managing aspects of a compliance program or working in a legal or regulatory position
• 3+ years of experience working in a government, legal, healthcare, managed care and/or health insurance environment in a regulatory, privacy or compliance role
• Experience managing teams, major program initiatives or working with regulatory
• agencies

Careers with UnitedHealthcare. Work with a Fortune 5 organization that's serving millions of people as we transform health care with bold ideas. Bring your energy for driving change for the better. Help us improve health access and outcomes for everyone, as we work to advance health equity, connecting people with the care they need to feel their best. As an industry leader, our commitment to improving lives is second to none.

Colorado, Connecticut, Nevada, or New York City Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $97,300 to $176,900. The salary range for Connecticut/Nevada/New York City residents is $97,300 to $176,900. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you'll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group's Telecommuter Policy

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone-of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location and income-deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups and those with lower incomes. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes - an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

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.