Business Development Analyst

UnitedHealthcare is hiring a Business Development Analyst to support new business growth by managing the RFP and quote-request process. The role coordinates sales, underwriting, broker partners, and internal stakeholders to assess opportunities, develop proposals, and meet delivery timelines.

Responsibilities:

• Manage the intake, review, and coordination of new business RFPs and quote requests
• Serve as the primary operational contact between sales, underwriting, external broker partners, and internal business stakeholders throughout the proposal lifecycle
• Review proposal requests for completeness, identify missing information, and communicate requirements to stakeholders
• Analyze employer census, benefits, and plan data to support accurate underwriting and proposal development
• Maintain opportunity tracking systems and sales databases, ensuring data accuracy and timely updates
• Coordinate proposal milestones and monitor progress to ensure deliverables are completed within service level expectations
• Partner with Account Executives and Strategic Account Executives to prioritize opportunities and align resources
• Prepare and submit proposal materials and support documentation
• Leverage technology and automation tools to improve efficiency, accuracy, and quality throughout the proposal process
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders
• Support reporting, metrics, and operational analysis related to proposal activity and sales performance

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree OR equivalent work experience
• Advanced level of proficiency with Microsoft Office applications, particularly Excel
• Required to reside in either Arizona or New Mexico
• 6+ months of experience supporting sales, account management, underwriting, operations, healthcare, insurance, or proposal management functions preferred
• Experience working within a proposal, quoting, underwriting, or sales support environment
• Knowledge of healthcare benefits and insurance products
• Experience with CRM, sales tracking, or workflow management tools
• Strong process management and project coordination skills
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple competing deadlines
• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams