Payment Integrity Analytic Project Manager- Dublin/LetterkennyOptum 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 makes 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.At UnitedHealth Group and Optum, we want to make healthcare work better for everyone. This depends on hiring the best and brightest. With a thriving ecosystem of investment and innovation, our business in Ireland is constantly growing to support the healthcare needs of the future.Our teams are at the forefront of building and adapting the latest technologies to propel healthcare forward in a way that better serves everyone. With our hands at work across all aspects of health, we use the most advanced development tools, AI, data science and innovative approaches to make the healthcare system work better for everyone.The Payment Integrity Analytic Project Manager will lead and optimize AI analytics-driven projects that support the strategic goals of the Payment Integrity organization. This role blends project management capabilities with a strong understanding of AI technologies, ensuring that analytic and AI-driven projects are scoped, staffed, and executed to deliver measurable impact. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with a passion for innovation, data-driven decision-making, and cross-functional collaboration.Primary Responsibilities of the Payment Integrity Analytic Project Manager:Project Leadership & ExecutionManage the full lifecycle of AI analytics projects-from ideation and chartering to delivery and reportingCollaborate with data scientists, engineers, and business analysts to define project scope, success metrics, and technical feasibilityFacilitate project intake, prioritization, and governance processesDevelop and maintain detailed project plans, timelines, and resource allocationsProactively identify risks and mitigation strategies, demonstrating adaptability and resilienceStakeholder EngagementServe as the primary liaison between analytics teams and business unitsLead recurring project calls to review progress, resolve blockers, and align on prioritiesPrepare and deliver executive-level presentations on project status, outcomes, and strategic impactAnalytics & Performance MonitoringConduct analyses to assess resource capacity, delivery timelines, and value realizationTrack key performance indicators (KPIs) and support monthly business cycle reportingCollaborate with finance to align project costs with capital and operational budgetsCompliance & DocumentationEnsure projects adhere to internal standards and compliance requirementsMaintain comprehensive documentation including charters, risk logs, and benefit trackingYou 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 of the Payment Integrity Analytic Project Manager:Bachelor's degree in business, Analytics, Healthcare Administration, or related field or equivalent experienceProven previous project management experience, preferably in healthcare analytics or payment integrityStrong proficiency in Excel (pivot tables, graphs), PowerPoint, and project management toolsProven ability to manage cross-functional teams and complex initiativesPreferred Qualifications of the Payment Integrity Analytic Project Manager:- PMP or equivalent project management certification- Experience with Six Sigma and Agile tools- Familiarity with healthcare, COB, and Payment Integrity- Exposure to agentic AI architectures and automation platforms- Familiarity with AI tools and concepts such as OpenAI APIs, embeddings, function calling, and model evaluation frameworks- Prior experience in capital project planning and time tracking systemsSoft Skills of the Payment Integrity Analytic Project Manager:Strategic Thinking: Ability to connect AI capabilities to business outcomesCommunication: Skilled in translating technical concepts for non-technical audiencesCollaboration: Builds trust across data science, engineering, and business teamsAdaptability: Navigates ambiguity and evolving technologies with confidenceEmpathy: Leads with emotional intelligence and supports team developmentPlease 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 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 marginalised 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: 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 Optum Services (Ireland) Limited. All rights reserved.RPO