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Social Media Specialist

Optum

Eden Prairie, MN
Full Time
Mid Level
59k-105k
15 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 diversity and inclusion, talented peers, comprehensive benefits and career development opportunities. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together. We're looking for an engaging individual to join our growing Social Media team. This position requires social media management experience, content creation experience and a passion for strategic thinking and execution across multiple social media platforms.

Key Responsibilities

  • Execution of regional social media for organic and paid content, including strategy, research, development, execution, monitoring, and reporting.
  • Serve as the point of contact and communicate regularly with local marketing teams to identify needs, discuss performance, and ensure brand alignment.
  • Liaise with creatives such as writers and designers to ensure social media content is informative, appealing, and on-brand.
  • Prepare performance reports and present to regional marketing partners.
  • Create and manage paid and organic social media campaigns primarily on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn, with additional platforms like TikTok and YouTube as a plus.
  • Analyze social performance metrics and suggest strategies for improvement.
  • Use social management platforms such as Sprinklr, Hootsuite, Sprout Social, etc.
  • Monitor social accounts and manage community engagement.
  • Manage high dollar budgets for social campaigns.
  • Create/edit social media copy and creative content.
  • Utilize platforms like Canva or Adobe for basic graphic design.
  • Work in web-based software systems, project management tools, CMS systems, email tools, and desktop publishing applications.
  • Collaborate across teams and adapt to a fast-paced environment.

Requirements

  • 2+ years of content and social media experience (paid and organic), preferably in health care.
  • 2+ years of experience with social media platforms, their functionality, and digital communities.
  • 2+ years of experience writing digital copy and marketing materials, preferably in a B2C setting.
  • 2+ years of experience analyzing and synthesizing large amounts of data into concise and actionable insights.
  • Experience creating and managing paid and organic social media campaigns on Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.
  • Experience with social analytics and social management platforms such as Sprinklr, Hootsuite, or Sprout Social.
  • Experience with monitoring social accounts and community management.
  • Experience managing high dollar budgets.
  • Proficiency with Adobe suite products and basic graphic design principles.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to foster collaborative relationships.
  • Comfort working in web-based software systems, project management tools, CMS, and desktop publishing applications.
  • Ability to work in a fast-paced environment and demonstrate creative thinking.

Nice to Have

  • Experience with additional platforms such as TikTok and YouTube.
  • Healthcare marketing/communication experience.
  • Community management experience.
  • Proven to be exceptionally organized and detail-oriented.
  • Proven collaborative problem solver.

Qualifications

  • Educational background is not explicitly specified, but experience requirements imply a need for relevant professional experience.

Benefits & Perks

  • Comprehensive benefits package.
  • Incentive and recognition programs.
  • Equity stock purchase.
  • 401(k) contribution.
  • Flexible remote work options within the U.S.
  • Salary range from $58,800 to $105,000 annually based on full-time employment.

Working at Optum

The company culture is guided by diversity and inclusion, with a focus on making an impact on communities, advancing health equity, and fostering a supportive environment that challenges employees and provides development opportunities.

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Job Details

Posted AtJul 28, 2025
Job CategorySocial Media
Salary59k-105k
Job TypeFull Time
Work ModeRemote
ExperienceMid Level

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About Optum

Website

optum.com

Location

Eden Prairie, MN

Industry

Direct Health and Medical Insurance Carriers

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