Principal Data Analyst- Financial Modeling,

Job Title: Principal Data Analyst - Financial Modeling
Job Requisition Number:
Location: Dublin and/or Letterkenny
Workplace / Work Arrangement: Hybrid
Job Type: Full-time
Business Segment: Optum

As a leader within our Network Pricing team, you\u2019ll help drive effective drug pricing decisions within our provider networks to meet client and pharmacy contract guarantees through financial and network pricing modeling, analysis and reporting. This role offers visibility and accountability for results within a Fortune 5 employer.

About The Team

The team primarily supports the network contracting team and collaborates on complex analysis related to OptumRx\'s overall business strategy. You\u2019ll work with Finance, Network Contracting, Client Contract Management, Legal, Regulatory, and Operations. Tools commonly used include Databricks for data extraction and Power BI for visualizations; some SLT reporting is performed in Excel when preferred. The team meets regularly to align priorities and collaborate on projects by scope.

• Lead the delivery of reporting and dashboarding projects from individual contract line items to global book-of-business views. Ensure solutions are robust, sustainable and scalable; engage with IT, broader team and Senior Leadership as required
• Own the development of the required data pipelines to support reporting, partnering with IT as required
• Lead the development of new concepts, technologies and products to meet emerging requirements
• Direct analytics projects with segment-wide and/or enterprise-wide impact
• Influence senior management decisions that impact business direction

Required Qualifications & Experience:

• Significant experience in financial modeling/analytical roles (e.g., business analysis, financial analysis, data analytics)
• Demonstrable experience leading or owning projects, with accountability for work at senior and/or management levels
• Technical experience in Python or SQL and MS Excel
• Data visualization experience with Tableau or Power BI
• Strong communication skills, able to work with stakeholders from multiple levels and disciplines

Note: If you don\u2019t meet every single requirement, we\u2019re still excited about potential and you could be exactly who we\u2019re looking for.

UnitedHealth Group is a Fortune 10 global health care leader committed to helping people live healthier lives and improving the health care system for everyone. The organization operates through two complementary businesses:

• UnitedHealthcare: health benefits and insurance services
• Optum: care delivery, technology, and data-driven health solutions

Optum Services (Ireland) Ltd, with offices in Dublin and Letterkenny, serves as a strategic innovation and technology hub. Join us to start Caring. Connecting. Growing together.

• Opportunities for professional development
• Inclusive and supportive team culture
• Other benefits (e.g., health insurance, wellness programs, etc.)

Click "Apply" and submit your CV or LinkedIn profile. If you need accommodations during the application process, please let us know. We\u2019re here to help.

Should your application be shortlisted, the process will be as follows:

• Recruiter Call (within 10 working days of application)
• Initial Call from Hiring Manager
• Technical assessment
• Final Interview
• Technical Interview
• Business Fit / Meet the Team

Please note: You must be eligible to work in the country you are applying to without restrictions. Proof may be required. Telecommuters must adhere to UnitedHealth Group\'s Telecommuter Policy.

Optum is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We are committed to diversity and provide equal opportunities regardless of gender, civil status, family status, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, race, or other protected characteristics. 2025 Optum Services (Ireland) Limited. All rights reserved.