Creative Lead - Social Writer - 2314734 Job at UnitedHealth Group in Eden Prairi

This position follows a hybrid schedule with 4 days per week onsite. Our office is located at 1 Optum Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344.

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.

This position is within the Optum Social creative team and reports directly to the Optum Social Associate Creative Director. The ideal candidate is a writing professional who is driven by a combination of developing and applying creative solutions across a range of social platforms within a collaborative, fast‑turn environment. The candidate must be able to understand and interpret strategic objectives, apply creative strategy, and produce compelling social creative that aligns with business goals. As an individual contributor, they are responsible for developing engaging social creative that inspires and drives audiences to engage with the Optum brand.

This position is full time, Monday − Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8‑hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8 : 00 am − 5 : 00 pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

This will be on‑the‑job training and the hours during training will be aligned with your schedule.

Primary Responsibilities :

Develop social creative content that aligns to business objectives and the Optum brand

Apply deep understanding of social platforms, brand voice and tone across all channels

Serve as lead writer on assigned projects under the direction of the Associate Creative Director

Own multiple projects while simultaneously maintaining design quality

Possess knowledge of the businesses, clients and partners they support

Monitor and implement evolving social platform creative best practices

Embrace stakeholder input and successfully drive effective resolution

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 :

High School Diploma / GED

Must be 18 years of age OR older

2+ years of design experience in a corporate or agency setting

Portfolio of social creative (B2B & B2C) that showcases a variety of work across platforms

In‑depth knowledge of social media platforms (Facebook, Instagram, LinkedIn, etc.)

Experience with AI writing resources and other social media creative tools

Working knowledge of Microsoft Office and PowerPoint

Ability to work a hybrid schedule, with four days per week onsite at 1 Optum Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Ability to travel locally up to 10% per business needs

Ability to work full‑time, Monday − Friday. Employees are required to have flexibility to work any of our 8‑hour shift schedules during our normal business hours of 8 : 00 am − 5 : 00 pm. It may be necessary, given the business need, to work occasional overtime.

Telecommuting Requirements :

Reside within commutable distance to the office at 1 Optum Circle, Eden Prairie, MN 55344

Required to have a dedicated work area established that is separated from other living areas and provides information privacy

Ability to keep all company sensitive documents secure

Must live in a location that can receive a UnitedHealth Group approved high‑speed internet connection or leverage an existing high‑speed internet service

Soft Skills :

Capable of establishing effective relationships with leaders, peers, and stakeholders

Adaptable to fast‑paced, evolving environments

Strong presentation and interpersonal communication skills

Effective time management and workload prioritization skills

Skilled at expressing and managing input and critical feedback

Effective collaboration skills in person and virtually (email, phone, video conference, etc.)

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 $71,200 – $127,200 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.

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