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Business Development Associate

UnitedHealth Group

New York, NY
Full Time
Mid Level
110k-189k
19 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

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. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

Key Responsibilities

  • Understanding business strategy and helping source transactions within a strategic framework
  • Manage the evaluation of companies within our pipeline and facilitate discussion with leadership to develop rationale
  • Prioritizing and assessing transaction opportunities and establishing transaction strategy
  • Gather market intelligence and conduct research on macro and micro healthcare market trends and companies to develop and support investment thesis
  • Key liaison to business segment senior leadership transaction, advisors and acquisition targets
  • Preparing and assessing financial, qualitative and valuation analyses, including building financial models
  • Lead special initiatives
  • Defining and negotiating transaction terms
  • Leading and conducting due diligence on potential acquisition targets
  • Leading and managing post-close merger integration projects

Requirements

  • 2+ years of experience with a public accounting firm, corporate finance, investment banking or private equity firm
  • Experience with financial assessments for mergers & acquisitions
  • Financial due diligence experience
  • Proven solid Excel, PowerPoint, writing and verbal presentation skills
  • Proven ability to digest and distill large amounts of complex information into key points for executive audience

Nice to Have

  • CPA
  • CFA
  • Industry analysis experience

Qualifications

  • Experience with financial assessments for mergers & acquisitions
  • Financial due diligence experience

Benefits & Perks

  • A comprehensive benefits package
  • Incentive and recognition programs
  • Equity stock purchase
  • 401k contribution
  • Salary range from $110,200 to $188,800 annually
  • Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements

Working at UnitedHealth Group

Optum's culture is guided by inclusion, talented peers, and a commitment to making a positive impact on communities. The organization emphasizes career development, recognition, and a supportive environment that challenges employees and provides clear direction for success.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 8, 2025
Salary110k-189k
Job TypeFull Time
ExperienceMid Level

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About UnitedHealth Group

Website

unitedhealthgroup.com

Company Size

10000+ employees

Location

New York, NY

Industry

Direct Life, Health, and Medical Insurance Carriers

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