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. 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.** Optum Financial is building over two decades of healthcare finance experience to deliver innovative solutions across the industry. Optum Financial operates at the intersection of healthcare and fintech. This is an opportunity to harness the unique platform of Optum (a division of UnitedHealth Group) to bring forward a solution that improves the lives of millions of consumers across the country every year. We are searching for a self-motivated individual with a passion for sales to join us as we continue to grow our Consumer Payments Payer business (aka Solutran). The Sales Development Representative (SDR) will play a critical role in driving our sales efforts by identifying potential customers, generating leads, and booking meetings for a team of Solution Sales Executives. You will be in charge of managing lead campaigns, fielding inbound inquiries, and working closely with the sales team to ensure individual and team sales goals are met. As the first line of communication in the sales process, the ideal SDR will have a strong understanding of the product offering and excels at researching prospects, engaging with decision makers, and qualifying new business opportunities. This role will partner closely with sales and marketing leadership, along with other leaders across the growth team and broader Payer business. You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely from anywhere within the U.S. as an integral component of a high performing sales team. **Primary Responsibilities:** + Research and identify potential customers through various channels including online research, internal data resources, and cross-functional collaboration with Optum Growth Office + Conduct outbound B2B prospecting via email, calls, and LinkedIn to engage with potential customers, introduce them to OptumFinancialsdirected spend flex paymentcard capabilities, and qualify their interest + Schedule meetings and product demonstrations for SolutionSales Executives with decision makers from key target accounts + Qualify inbound leads and respond to prospect inquiries + Partner withmarketing and sales as appropriate to improve and assist in the development of lead generating activities + Manage a lead pipeline with persistent focus on driving new logo acquisition + Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of sales activities, leads, and customer interactions in our CRM system + Stay up-to-date on market trends, competition, industry developments, and become a product expert 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 or higher + 2+ years in a Sales, Demand, or Lead Generation focused role + 1+ years of experience using CRM systems, sales automation tools, and other technology platforms **Preferred Qualifications:** + Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field + Demonstrated history calling on decision makers and senior level executives + Healthcare/financial services experience + Strong problem solving and critical thinking abilities + Time management and organizational proficiencies + Ability to work independently as well as collaborate effectively within a team environment **Soft Skills:** + Excellent verbal and written communication skills + Ability to build and maintain relationships with potential clients *All Telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy. The salary range for this role is $59,500 to $116,600 annually based on full-time employment. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers 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 UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. **_Application Deadline:_** _This will be posted for a minimum of 2 business days or until a sufficient candidate pool has been collected. Job posting may come down early due to volume of applicants._ _At UnitedHealth Group, our mission is to help people live healthier lives and make the health system work better for everyone. We believe everyone–of every race, gender, sexuality, age, location, and income–deserves the opportunity to live their healthiest life. Today, however, there are still far too many barriers to good health which are disproportionately experienced by people of color, historically marginalized groups, and those with lower incomes. 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: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law._ _UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment._ \#RPO, #GREEN