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TPA UMR Field Account Manager - Remote in California (2385791)
TPA UMR Field Account Manager - Remote in California - 2385791
At UnitedHealthcare, we’re simplifying the health care experience, creating healthier communities and removing barriers to quality care. The work you do here impacts the lives of millions of people for the better. Come build the health care system of tomorrow, making it more responsive, affordable and optimized. Ready to make a difference? Join us to startCaring. Connecting. Growing together.
The Field Account Manager serves as both the primary client relationship manager and field-based service owner for assigned self-funded and TPA clients. This role is responsible for delivering a proactive, strategic customer experience while fostering solid relationships with customers, brokers, consultants, and internal business partners.
As a trusted advisor, the Field Account Manager educates customers on their benefit plans, UMR resources, reporting tools, wellness programs, and administrative changes while ensuring exceptional service delivery. The role serves as the primary liaison between customers and UMR Operations, partnering with Strategic Account Executives (SAEs), Operations Service Management (OSM), Implementation, and other matrixed teams to resolve escalated service issues and improve the overall customer experience.
The successful candidate will combine relationship management, service excellence, customer education, and consultative account management to drive customer satisfaction, engagement, retention, and long-term growth.
You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the state of California as you take on some tough challenges.
Primary Responsibilities:
Own the overall customer service experience for assigned TPA and self-funded clients
Serve as the primary field-based liaison between customers and UMR Operations
Act as a strategic partner and consultative resource to customers, responsible for their total service experience
Establish and maintain solid relationships with customers, brokers, consultants, and internal business partners
Support customer retention and persistency efforts through proactive engagement and relationship management
Meet regularly with customers to review service performance, identify opportunities for improvement, and strengthen the partnership
Service Oversight & Escalations Management
Escalate, monitor, and drive resolution of complex service and operational issues
Partner closely with Strategic Account Executives (SAEs), Operations, Implementation, Customer Service, and other internal teams to ensure prompt and accurate issue resolution
Address escalated issues submitted by customers, employees, brokers, consultants, and field partners
Conduct quarterly service reviews and identify opportunities to improve overall customer satisfaction
Analyze service trends, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions
Facilitate meetings with customers and operations teams to review trends, service performance, and emerging concerns
Customer Education & Training
Train customers and members on: UMR Online Services
InfoPort Reporting
Administrative updates and benefit-related changes
Member engagement tools and resourcesPromote adoption and utilization of UMR digital tools and reporting platforms
Educate customers on the appropriate service escalation process and available support resources
Communicate network, pharmacy, administrative, and service-related updates
Enrollment, Wellness & Customer Events
Coordinate, facilitate, and conduct open enrollment meetings
Organize and participate in health fairs, wellness fairs, lunch-and-learn sessions, and other customer engagement events
Coordinate support from other offices or vendors when additional coverage is required
Assist in obtaining and distributing enrollment and educational materials
Implementation Support
Support implementations and pre-implementation issue resolution
Coordinate with implementation teams to address eligibility and service-related concerns
Ensure a seamless customer experience throughout implementation and ongoing account management activities
Core Competencies:
A successful candidate will demonstrate:
Client Relationship Management
Healthcare and TPA Knowledge
Service Recovery and Escalation Management
Account Management
Customer Presentations and Training
Cross-Functional Leadership
Problem Solving and Root Cause Analysis
Strategic and Consultative Thinking
Communication and Influence Skills
Customer Retention and Persistency Management
Analytical and Reporting Capabilities
Customer Education and Engagement
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:
Insurance license required by state law or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire
2+ years of insurance industry experience in sales, account management, customer service, or related client-facing roles
Experience managing relationships with employers, brokers, consultants, consumers, and members
Demonstrated excellent verbal and written communication skills
Strong presentation and facilitation skills in both small and large group settings
Proven ability to communicate, collaborate, and influence internal and external stakeholders
Advanced analytical, critical-thinking, and problem-solving skills
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and virtual productivity tools
Valid driver's license
Willing and able to travel 25% +/- depending on business need
Reside in California
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience servicing TPA or self-funded employer groups
3+ years of healthcare, employee benefits, insurance, or health plan administration experience
Insurance brokerage, consulting, or medical benefits experience
Experience working directly with employers, consumers, consultants, and brokers
Knowledge of benefit administration, wellness initiatives, member engagement, and healthcare industry trends
*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy
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 hourly pay for this role will range from $22.00 to $48.00 per hour based on full-time employment. This role is also eligible to receive bonuses based on sales performance. We comply with all minimum wage laws as applicable.
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.
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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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.