Marketing Operations Business Analyst job at UnitedHealth Group, Los Angeles

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The Marketing Operations Analyst is responsible for executing critical marketing operations for the Individual & Family Plan (IFP) business, including budget forecasting, tracking, and reporting, operational activities, and cross functional projects that are critical to achieving business/team goals.  This is a unique cross section of relationship building and analytical skills.  The ideal candidate will be results-driven and analytical, with a high comfort level working in a rapidly changing, growing business.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Liaise and partner with multiple business areas to update performance based KPIs for monthly business reviews

• Work with legal marketing point on making sure all marketing materials are going through the proper legal review process

• Assist with all aspects of monthly/quarterly/annual budgeting activities and analysis, working closely with the director to manage timelines

• Maintain a monthly budget tracker, including assessment of monthly variances actual-to-forecast and participate in monthly budget meetings

• Engage in on-going communication and field questions with marketing owners related to spend/forecast, planning, and data needs as it relates to budgeting

• Assist marketing channel owners in the analysis and reporting of campaign performance data tied to marketing expenses

• Assist in monthly reporting to senior management and leadership

• Assist with invoice processing, vendor setup in the system and trouble shooting

• Ensure financial accuracy and data integrity across all projects

• Assist in facilitating the delivery of other cross-functional special projects in a matrix organization

What are the reasons to consider working for UnitedHealth Group?   Put it all together - competitive base pay, a full and comprehensive benefit program, performance rewards, and a management team who demonstrates their commitment to your success. Some of our offerings include:

• Paid Time Off which you start to accrue with your first pay period plus 8 Paid Holidays

• Medical Plan options along with participation in a Health Spending Account or a Health Saving account

• Dental, Vision, Life& AD&D Insurance along with Short-term disability and Long-Term Disability coverage

• 401(k) Savings Plan, Employee Stock Purchase Plan

• Education Reimbursement

• Employee Discounts

• Employee Assistance Program

• Employee Referral Bonus Program

• Voluntary Benefits (pet insurance, legal insurance, LTC Insurance, etc.)

• More information can be downloaded at:  http://uhg.hr/uhgbenefits

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:

• Bachelor’s Degree or 3-4 years’ related experience

• 3+ years’ experience working in Marketing/Advertising, Operations, and/or Finance

• Intermediate to advanced proficiency level with MS Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook etc.)

• Experience working within a matrixed organization

• 2-3 years’ experience working in a cross-functional role collaborating with other teams

• 1 year experience working with budget tracking and reporting with accuracy

• Full COVID-19 vaccination is an essential requirement of this role. Candidates located in states that mandate COVID-19 booster doses must also comply with those state requirements. UnitedHealth Group will adhere to all federal, state and local regulations as well as all client requirements and will obtain necessary proof of vaccination, and boosters when applicable, prior to employment to ensure compliance

Preferred Qualifications:

• Strong analytical skills

• Attention to detail and accuracy

• Ability to implement technical and procedural direction from management

• Ability to work successfully in a changing environment

• Proficient in MS Office products

• Health care industry experience

• Budget experience

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, particularly with the ability to cross technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Experience in fast-paced, complex project management, and an ability to juggle shifting timelines and priorities

To protect the health and safety of our workforce, patients and communities we serve, UnitedHealth Group and its affiliate companies require all employees to disclose COVID-19 vaccination status prior to beginning employment. In addition, some roles and locations require full COVID-19 vaccination, including boosters, as an essential job function. UnitedHealth Group adheres to all federal, state and local COVID-19 vaccination regulations as well as all client COVID-19 vaccination requirements and will obtain the necessary information from candidates prior to employment to ensure compliance. Candidates must be able to perform all essential job functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Failure to meet the vaccination requirement may result in rescission of an employment offer or termination of employment

Careers with UnitedHealthcare. Let's talk about opportunity. Start with a Fortune 6 organization that's serving more than 85 million people already and building the industry's singular reputation for bold ideas and impeccable execution. Now, add your energy, your passion for excellence, your near-obsession with driving change for the better. Get the picture? UnitedHealthcare is serving employers and individuals, states and communities, military families and veterans where ever they're found across the globe. We bring them the resources of an industry leader and a commitment to improve their lives that’s second to none. This is no small opportunity. It's where you can do your life's best work.(sm)

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

Colorado, Connecticut or Nevada Residents Only: The salary range for Colorado residents is $66,100 to $118,300. The salary range for Connecticut / Nevada residents is $72,800 to $129,900. 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 

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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