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.

The Director of Private Credit will be responsible for establishing and overseeing all aspects of a new private credit portfolio for Optum Bank as well as reviewing and underwriting loan requests to help the bank build, maintain, and accurately risk grade a solid private credit portfolio. This role will involve working closely with analysts, underwriters, portfolio managers, credit administration, credit officers, and Bank leadership.

You’ll enjoy the flexibility to work remotely * from anywhere within the U.S. as you take on some tough challenges.

Primary Responsibilities:

• Develop policies, procedures, templates, and other critical structure to establish a quality private credit portfolio

• Work with third-party partners to identify prospective private credit loans appropriate to the Bank’s risk appetite

• Lead the due diligence and underwriting process of new loan opportunities and perform periodic reviews on existing loans

• Make, recommend, and present credit decisions to credit administration and the credit committee through both effective written and verbal communication

• Assess and recommend risk ratings for underwritten loans

• Determine Higher Risk Borrower status in accordance with FDIC 12 CFR Part 327

• Create credit underwriting memos which analyze the credit request, the borrower, financial and credit information, repayment sources, risks and mitigation, collateral, and compliance with applicable regulations and policies

• Analyze and document loan modification requests

• Be knowledgeable of Bank policies, guidelines, procedures, regulations and systems applicable to the credit function

• Ensure that loan files and documentation are complete and remain up-to-date

• Assist with portfolio management and monitoring duties

• Ensure accuracy of internal reports and systems related to the portfolio

• Develop and maintain positive relationships with internal and external partners

• Assist in training and mentoring less experienced credit team members

• Assist with driving strategic initiatives

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:

• 10+ years of experience analyzing business financial statements associated with loan requests

• 7+ years of experience underwriting and structuring commercial loans with a private credit emphasis

• 5+ years of experience making or recommending credit decisions on transactions > $10 million

• 5+ years of experience working in a commercial credit or lending role with a commercial bank

Preferred Qualifications:

• Professional certification (CFA, CAIA, etc.)

• Completion of a formal commercial credit training program

• Experience with middle market lending, lending to BDCs, and/or syndicated bank loans

• Experience working out problem loans

*All employees working remotely will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group’s Telecommuter Policy.

California, Colorado, Connecticut, Hawaii, Nevada, New Jersey, New York, Rhode Island, or Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $122,100 to $234,700 annually. 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.

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.

A t 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.