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Account Director - Pharma Strategy & Contracting - Express Scripts - Hybrid or Remote
Cigna Health And Life Insurance Company · 🇺🇸 3 Locations
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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. The pay stated here (106,400 - 177,300 USD / year) is below what this employer usually pays sponsored hires for this role. 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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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
POSITION SUMMARY The Account Director (Provider Contracting Sr. Advisor) provides strategic support to the negotiations team for a number of assigned pharmaceutical manufacturer accounts. Responsibilities include: contract review and interpretation, review and negotiate redlined agreements, finalizing matrices, strategic business review and participation in strategic initiatives. Understanding the financial impact of assigned accounts is critical. The position will align to the Director of Account Management. This position will work closely with various matrix partners, including legal/contracting, invoicing, rebate optimization, and formulary teams. ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS • Collaborate with negotiators and department leadership to determine strategic business review vision, objectives, strategy, and presentation content. • Partner with negotiators to execute on manufacturer, product class, and drug strategies. Collaborate with assigned manufacturers and matrix partners to guide contracts through the review process, leading to execution of agreements within required timelines. • Collaborate with Ascent Health Services and matrix partners, remaining aware of firewall requirements at all times. • Manage pharma relationships and develop partnerships with assigned manufacturers across multiple departments within ESI’s Supply Chain. • Ensure accuracy of all contractual requirements and respond to inquiries within ESI to ensure accurate and timely invoicing and payment of rebates. • Consult with negotiators and department leadership to determine data needs and submit data requests. Build and maintain relationships with internal and external contacts. • Leverage business review knowledge across all assigned accounts to provide consultative feedback to negotiators and input on client strategy. • Develop and demonstrate an understanding of assigned manufacturer needs, thinking critically as to how service offerings meet these needs. • Participate in other strategic initiatives and lead special projects as assigned. QUALIFICATIONS • Minimum educational requirement: Bachelor's degree in related field preferred and at least 8 years of relevant experience. • Minimum three years’ experience in negotiating contracts, preferably in the managed care and/or pharmaceutical industries. • Sophistication at positioning our value proposition and our ability to meet client needs. Strong critical thinking skills. • Ability to manage timelines to meet deadlines and document progress on projects as required. Must be willing to work a flexible schedule during times of peak volume. • Ability to assess program metrics and financials. Excellent Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Microsoft Office Suite skills. • Superior verbal and written communication, analytical and organizational skills. Ability to prioritize work and make independent recommendations. • Ability, confidence, and experience to be counterparts with other managers and directors on team. Demonstrated ability to adapt in a dynamic work environment. • Knowledge of the pharmaceutical and PBM industries. 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 106,400 - 177,300 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 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