OverviewSenior Product Director for the Pharmacy & Medicines portfolio. This role leads the long-term product strategy across six product lines spanning Community Pharmacy, Hospital Pharmacy and Medicines Optimization, and partners with healthcare stakeholders to drive innovation and impact in the wider healthcare system.ResponsibilitiesDefine and communicate a compelling long-term product vision for the Pharmacy & Medicines portfolioLead the development and execution of a multi-year roadmap aligned with NHS priorities and business strategyShape and influence strategic direction across product, commercial, and market-facing teams to ensure alignment with broader business objectivesOversee the full product lifecycle—from ideation and business case development to delivery, performance monitoring, and retirementLead capital planning and budgeting across the portfolio, ensuring alignment with corporate planning cyclesEngage with strategic partners, pharmacy networks, and medicines optimization leaders to ensure product relevance and adoptionLead go-to-market strategies including business case development, value proposition design, and implementation planningWho You\'ll BeResponsible for the Pharmacy & Medicines portfolio, we are looking for you to have a deep understanding of the healthcare market, including NHS structures, funding flows and regulatory landscape.Experience of operating at a leadership level is essential to enable your success in this role, along with proven experience working within healthcare innovation, digital health or transformation. Building credible relationships is key, you will interface with customers across the portfolio aligning the product strategy to customer needs and organisational strategy. Being a people leader will come naturally to you, as well as having the skills to influence and drive change within your peer group and wider teams across the organisation plus embedding complex processes with your product department. You will 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 providing development for other roles you may be interested in.QualificationsProven experience in product development within healthcare, pharmacy or medicines optimizationProven ability to lead complex, multi-stakeholder programmes in a matrixed environmentDemonstrated solid commercial acumen with the ability to align business goals with public sector valueDemonstrated exceptional communication, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement skillsDemonstrated familiarity with agile product development tools and practices (e.g., Aha!, Rally, GitHub)All telecommuters will be required to adhere to UnitedHealth Group\'s Telecommuter PolicyPlease 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.About UsOptum 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.We are excited to share that we are looking for a Senior Product Director to join our product team. This is a pivotal leadership role within our Product organization responsible for leading our Pharmacy & Medicines Product Portfolio, spanning six product lines across Community Pharmacy, Hospital Pharmacy and Medicines Optimization. It is an outstanding opportunity for you to evolve, lead and execute our long-term product strategy, drive innovation and deliver measurable impact for our customers and the wider healthcare system.Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: UnitedHealth Group is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, gender reassignment, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy and maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by law. UnitedHealth Group is a drug-free workplace. © 2026 UnitedHealth Group. All rights reserved. #J-18808-Ljbffr