Contract Manager,

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Optum is a global organisation 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. Come make an impact on the communities we serve as you help us advance health equity on a global scale. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

As Manager, Industry Relations Contracting, you will play a key role in negotiating and managing contracts with pharmaceutical companies, ensuring compliance with internal standards and fostering strong relationships. This role requires a high level of independence, strong communication skills, and the ability to resolve complex contract language issues. In addition to having impact on a great team, you\'ll also discover the career opportunities you\'d expect from an industry leader.

Primary Responsibilities Of The Network Contract Manager

• Drafting, negotiating, and managing contracts with pharmaceutical companies in compliance with company contract templates and other key process controls
• Reviewing contracts and revising as necessary to ensure alignment with business and legal standards
• Anticipating and resolving contract language and legal interpretation issues
• Maintaining open and effective communication channels within the team and across the organization
• Establishing and maintaining strong business relationships with pharmaceutical companies
• Proactively addressing and resolving contract-related issues
• Working with minimal guidance and seeking input only on complex issues

You will be rewarded and recognised 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 providing development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor\'s Degree (or higher) OR equivalent professional experience
• Professional experience in Contracting or Legal, US Healthcare, retail pharmacy, or Pharmacy Benefit Management
• Experience in Contract redlining (document markup or tracked changes)
• Project management experience

Soft Skills

• Organizational skills
• Verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage and resolve conflicts
• Ability to understand business needs and prioritize work accordingly

Please note you must currently be eligible to work and remain indefinitely without any restrictions in the country to which you are making an application. Proof will be required to support your application.

All telecommuters will be required to adhere to the UnitedHealth Group\'s Telecommuter Policy.

At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We are committed to mitigating our impact on the environment and enabling and delivering equitable care that addresses health disparities and improves health outcomes — an enterprise priority reflected in our mission.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: Optum is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, race, and membership of the Traveller community, or any other characteristic protected by law. Optum is a drug-free workplace. 2024 Optum Services (Ireland) Limited. All rights reserved.

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Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland €80,000.00-€90,000.00