Sales Associate - Remote in the Northeast

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Job Description - Sales Associate - Remote in the Northeast (2356466)

Optum is a global organization that delivers care, aided by technology to help millions of people live healthier lives. The work you do with our team will directly improve health outcomes by connecting people with the care, pharmacy benefits, data and resources they need to feel their best. Here, you will find a culture guided by inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities.

Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health optimization on a global scale.

The Sales Associate is a great opportunity to build your sales skills by working alongside Solution Sales Executives (SSE) assisting with the delivery of the suite of products within the Health Benefit Accounts (HBA) division of Optum Financial. While working remotely, you will work with consultants, brokers, and distribution partners to help employers with their HBA needs and match the correct products and benefits.

The preferred candidate will reside in the Northeast in EST, preferably in New York, New Jersey or Maryland. If you are located in the Northeast or be in EST, you will have the flexibility to work remotely* as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities

• Work alongside SSE to learn and understand the market
• Identify, prospect, and establish new customers within a large territory
• Sell account-based services (HSA’s) directly to new employers either in collaboration with Carrier / Broker Alliance or independently, primarily in the under 3000 employee group size
• Help SSEs meet annual sales goals and sales activity targets
• Develop sales plans and calling strategies
• Participate in sales presentations and conferences creating an awareness of Optum Financial’s products and services
• Develop new Broker / Consultant networks to mine new Employer referrals
• Develop and Foster internal relationships with UHC / Optum partners to develop new business opportunities
• Maintain an ongoing relationship with brokers / consultants to encourage continuing new business referrals and to support brokers and consultants with technical assistance

Required Qualifications

• High School Diploma/GED
• 2+ years of sales development AND/OR business development experience
• 2+ years of sales and marketing experience including growing a business or portfolio of clients
• 2+ years of account relationship management experience
• Intermediate level of proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite
• Intermediate level of proficiency with CRMs (ex. Salesforce)
• Reside in the Northeast or in the Eastern Standard Time zone

Preferred Qualifications

• Quota carrying experience
• Ability to call on C-level decision makers and economic buyers

Soft Skills

• Experience to effectively message, position and present information for client impact and influence
• Experience in negotiation, influencing, collaboration, and listening skills
• Proven ability to operate and effectively navigate in a highly complex environment with a high level of collaboration

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. In addition to your salary, we offer 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 us, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

The salary for this role will range from $72,800 to $130,000 annually based on full‑time employment. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.

UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer under applicable law and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, national origin, religion, age, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, or protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by local, state, or federal laws, rules, or regulations. UnitedHealth Group is a drug‑free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.

UnitedHealth Group is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with physical and physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or accommodation for any part of the application process, please call 1‑866‑566‑8715. UnitedHealth Group is a registered service mark of UnitedHealth Group, Inc.

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