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Global Head of Network
Cigna Health And Life Insurance Company · 🇺🇸 2 Locations
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- 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.
- Confirmed live todayWhen a source last listed this job as open.
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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
Global Head of Network – Health Organization IHDS - Cigna International Health About Cigna: Cigna Healthcare is a global health service company dedicated to transforming healthcare. With roots in the U.S. and operations in over 30 countries, we serve more than 180 million customers and patients worldwide. Ranked 13th on the Fortune 500 in 2025, Cigna is recognized as one of the most trusted and influential names in the industry. Our mission is to improve the health, well-being, and peace of mind of those we serve. Join our globally recognized brand, where trust, communication, and a positive culture are at the core of everything we do. Our leadership is consistent, approachable, and supportive-ensuring your well-being and work-life balance. We're looking for individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, are passionate about meaningful change, and want to grow in a company that puts people first. At Cigna, you'll be part of a purpose-driven team that values innovation, compassion, and impact. Whether you're shaping better care experiences or supporting customers through life's key moments, your work will matter. Grow with us-and help shape the future of healthcare. About the role: The Global Head of Network leads the end-to-end provider network strategy, contracting, and performance management across the Health segment within IHDS. The role establishes a single, enterprise-led network model, ensuring alignment with IH and IHDS strategic priorities while optimizing cost, access, quality, and provider performance. It drives global consistency in contracting, strengthens strategic provider partnerships, and enables differentiated customer and provider value. This position reports directly to the Chief Health Officer and is a key member of the Health Organization Leadership Team. Key Responsibilities: Network Strategy & Market Insight • Define and deliver a multi-year global provider network strategy aligned with IH and IHDS priorities. • Lead periodic network strategy reviews across regions and functions to ensure consistency and performance optimization. • Monitor provider market dynamics, including pricing trends, regulatory changes, and competitive positioning. • Identify strategic network partnership opportunities (hospital groups, Centres of Excellence, value-based providers). • Partner with Finance and Medical Economics on network cost drivers, forecasting, and performance insights. Global Contracting & Provider Partnerships • Establish and govern global contracting strategies, standards, and methodologies. • Lead negotiations for strategic and high-value provider partnerships at a global level. • Drive value-based contracting models to improve quality outcomes and cost efficiency. • Ensure alignment between regional contracting execution and enterprise objectives. • Strengthen provider relationship management and engagement frameworks. Network Performance Management • Define and implement network segmentation and performance frameworks across cost, quality, and access dimensions. • Oversee provider performance monitoring, including utilization, outcomes, and provider experience. • Integrate clinical, operational, and payment integrity insights into network optimization decisions. • Drive initiatives to improve network efficiency, adequacy, and member experience. • Partner with D&A and Technology to enhance data-driven network management capabilities. • Report progress to portfolio management function within Strategy & Transformation to inform prioritization and resource allocation Enterprise Integration & Execution • Act as the enterprise integrator for provider network strategy, aligning with IH, BOB, IHDS and enterprise. • Ensure network strategy is embedded into product design, care models,