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Director, Medical Drug Strategy - Express Scripts
Cigna Health And Life Insurance Company · 🇺🇸 2 Locations
Sponsorship verdict
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One solid signal, not two — worth applying, and worth asking about sponsorship early.
- Employer is on a government sponsor recordThe US Department of Labor certified 14 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 30 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
- The posting doesn’t mention sponsorshipSilence isn’t a refusal — ask the recruiter before investing much time.
- No salary bar for this routeH-1B has no fixed salary bar: the employer must pay at least the prevailing wage for the role and area. Cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level. Source: https://www.federalregister.gov/documents/2025/12/29/2025-23853/weighted-selection-process-for-registrants-and-petitioners-seeking-to-file-cap-subject-h-1b, rules effective 2026-02-27.
- What Cigna Health And Life Insurance Company paid sponsored hires in similar roles1 certified filing for “Actuarial Director” (Actuaries) in PA: $200k–$200k, median $200k. Most were filed at wage level IV (100%) — 4 lottery entries, ≈61% projected selection odds for cap-subject employers. Source: US Department of Labor LCA disclosure data (Oct 2025 – Jun 2026).
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
US H-1B: cap-subject employers enter a lottery weighted by wage level — Level I gets 1 entry, Level IV gets 4 (DHS projected selection odds ≈15% at Level I to ≈61% at Level IV). Universities and non-profit research employers are cap-exempt. The $100,000 fee for new petitions from abroad is currently blocked by a court order (appeal pending).
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Sponsor Radar — Cigna Health And Life Insurance Company
The US Department of Labor certified 14 H-1B/E-3 labor condition applications for this employer between Oct 2025 and Jun 2026 (latest May 2026) — the step every H-1B hire needs first. USCIS also records 30 H-1B approvals in FY2023. Source: LCA disclosure data (US Department of Labor (OFLC)).
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About the role
JOB SUMMARY: The Director of Medical Drug Contracting Strategy & Solutions is responsible for leading the development and growth of our medical drug contracting offering to clients and prospects. An emphasis will be placed on working with internal and external partners to build a holistic offering that meets the needs of Health Plans and Employer Groups across the entire enterprise. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: • Direct the development and ongoing management of competitive medical rebate product offering. • Oversee a team that is focused on financial modeling and providing recommendations to clients for strategy updates and value enhancements. • Accountable for upsell targets and deepening relationships with existing clients. • Work with and influence cross-functional partners to achieve key initiative growth. • Negotiate appropriate contractual terms with payers and consultants. • Navigate regulatory requirements of Medicare and Medicaid. • Support the needs of a portfolio of downstream clients enrolled in Express Scripts medical rebates. • Ability to understand and ensure compliance with vendor contracts. • Demonstrated to initiative with commitment and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. IDEAL CANDIDATES WILL HAVE A COMBINATION OF THE FOLLOWING: • 10+ years of general managed care experience • Bachelor's degree in related field • Registered Pharmacist preferred • Background in medical drug management preferred • Track record of developing innovative solutions and driving client upsells • Excellent verbal, presentation, and written communication skills required; proven leadership skills, team-orientation, a proactive management style and strong commitment to client service a must; ability to work on multiple tasks, prioritize, resolve complex issues, and have strong project management skills; ability to learn multiple internal reporting and analytic tools use advanced problem-solving skills; work independently, as well as collaboratively • Intellectual curiosity and strong professional judgement Demonstrated ability for creative analysis and creative problem-solving • Ability to handle complex analysis, from issue identification to proposal to solution implementation • Demonstrated initiative with commitment and ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines • Strong relationship development capabilities with ability to work effectively with Senior Management • Strong detail orientation, organization, and management of multiple parallel projects with fluid timelines • Strong ability to work independently and to lead diverse teams If you will be working at home occasionally or permanently, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload. For this position, we anticipate offering an annual salary of 161,900 - 269,800 USD / yearly, depending on relevant factors, including experience and geographic location. This role is also anticipated to be eligible to participate in an annual bonus and long term incentive plan. At The Cigna Group, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive range of benefits, with a focus on supporting your whole health. Starting on day one of your employment, you’ll be offered several health-related benefits including medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, paid holidays, and leaves of absence. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here . About Evernorth Health Services Evernorth Health Services, a division of The Cigna Group, creates pharmacy, care and benefit solutions to improve health