Director, Federal Government Affairs - Washington, DC

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

The Director, Federal Government Affairs will be part of the UHG External Affairs organization, responsible for working with colleagues across External Affairs and the Company to develop and implement advocacy strategies on declared federal government advocacy priorities. 

Primary Responsibilities: 

• Contributing to effective advocacy efforts to advance and protect the Company’s objectives at the federal level
• Actively engaging in lobbying activities by communicating and advocating for priorities and building and deepening the Company’s relationships with federal legislative and executive branch officials and staffs
• Anticipating, influencing and monitoring federal legislative and regulatory initiatives that may materially impact the Company
• Contributing to comprehensive strategic plans that leverage direct advocacy, policy and research, coalitions, stakeholder engagement and public opinion to advance the Company’s objectives at the federal level
• Partnering with the Company’s federal consultants on advocacy and relationship development priorities
• Supporting engagement with select external stakeholders, including industry partners, coalitions, thought leaders and other stakeholders who are able to influence advocacy outcomes
• Contributing to and developing timely content to support declared priorities, including but not limited to, executive briefing materials, talking points, executive updates, advocacy materials and presentations
• Partnering effectively with colleagues in the business, including facilitating executive-level meetings with federal policymakers and staff
• Working closely with the PAC manager to optimize political giving strategies

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:  

• 7+ years of experience working in Congress, the Executive Branch, government relations, public policy, advocacy, government affairs  or campaigns
• Experience developing and executing successful policy, lobbying or political strategies
• Proven track record of representing an organization with the highest standards of professionalism and integrity in internal and external settings.  
• Outstanding written communication, presentation. project management and negotiation skills, with a demonstrated ability to consistently prepare high-quality, time-sensitive internal and external deliverables.
• Advanced knowledge of the federal legislative and regulatory processes
• Advanced political acumen and ability to navigate issues comprehensively – inclusive of direct advocacy, policy and research, coalitions, third party engagement and public opinion
• Local and commutable to Washington DC Offices 

Preferred Qualifications:  

• Health care experience
• Political campaign experience 

Attributes, Skills, and knowledge:

• Eagerness to learn, improve, grow, and earn new opportunities – including demonstrating responsiveness to constructive feedback
• Ability to pivot and quickly adapt in response to changes in the external environment or company priorities
• Ability to thrive in an intense, accountable environment for a complex, highly diversified industry-leading, mission-oriented company committed to improving access, affordability, experience and outcomes for the people we are privileged to serve
• Ability to partner effectively with colleagues in the business, including facilitating executive-level meetings with federal policymakers and staff

Washington, D.C. Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $147,300 to $282,800 annually. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. 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. 

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.