SME Growth Partnerships Manager - UAE National

CIME Cigna Insurance Middle East; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent healthcare insurer in Dubai is seeking a dynamic SME Growth & Partnerships Manager. This role focuses on lead generation, supporting client onboarding, and collaborating with business development teams to enhance customer experience. Candidates should have 1-3 years of relevant experience, strong relationship-building skills, and be UAE Nationals. This position offers competitive salary, career development opportunities, and a collaborative work environment.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Career development opportunities

Inclusive work environment

Qualifications

• UAE National with keen interest in health insurance sales or business development.
• 1-3 years of experience in business development or client management.
• Strong relationship-building skills and ability to engage with partners.
• Proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support lead generation through strategic partnerships and digital platforms.
• Ensure a smooth onboarding process for SME clients.
• Support client retention efforts and manage communications.

Skills

Health insurance sales

Business development

Client management

Relationship building

CRM platform usage

Communication skills in English

Job description

ABOUT US:

Cigna healthcare is a global health service company with roots in the US serving more than 180 million customers and patients throughout the world. We deliver quality health care through choice predictability affordability and through integrated capabilities and connected personalized solutions that advance whole person health.

Cignas mission is to help our customers improve their health wellbeing and sense of security by providing access to care. With our whole health approach were focused on addressing health concerns improving resilience reducing stress levels and emotional health issues. Our employer promise is to remain steadfast in our commitment to fostering growth and improving lives by offering meaningful work within a positive inclusive culture that prioritizes our colleagues. We champion teamwork and collaboration and empower our people with cuttingedge technology to drive efficiency and amplify their impact in everything we do. Together we strive to create an environment where every individual thrives and contributes to meaningful change.

THE ROLE

We are looking for a dynamic and driven SME Growth & Partnerships Manager National) to support our SME direct business. This role is a crucial part of our sales and business development function helping drive lead generation develop partnerships and support the onboarding of new SME addition you will work closely with our Business Development Consultants and Retentions Manager to ensure a seamless customer experience and maintain strong client relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead Generation & Business Growth

  Support the SME Direct Sales Team in identifying and generating leads through strategic partnerships networking and digital platforms.

  Utilise online tools and market insights to proactively source potential clients and engage with decisionmakers.

  Work with key stakeholders to explore new lead sources and partnership opportunities to drive business growth.

• Client Onboarding & Sales Support

  Play a handson role in ensuring a smooth and efficient onboarding process for SME clients working alongside our Business Development Consultants.

  Act as a key point of contact during the initial setup phase ensuring clients receive the right guidance and support.

  Provide operational and administrative support to maintain seamless handover from sales to account management.

• Crossfunctional Collaboration

  Work closely with the Retentions Manager to support client retention efforts especially during peak renewal periods.

  Assist in managing client communications coordinating renewals and maintaining engagement with existing SME clients.

  Collaborate with the individual business team to provide additional sales and operational support where needed.

What We Are Looking For

• UAE National with a keen interest in health insurance sales or business development.
• 13 years of experience in business development sales support or client management ideally within insurance financial services or healthcare.
• Strong relationshipbuilding skills with the ability to engage with partners prospects and internal teams.
• Comfortable using online tools CRM platforms and digital channels to drive lead generation.
• Proactive highly organised and able to manage multiple priorities effectively.
• Excellent communication skills in English (Arabic is a plus).

We are seeking individuals who thrive in collaborative environments are passionate about driving meaningful change and are excited to grow in a company that prioritizes its people.

Why Join Cigna

• A dynamic and collaborative work environment in a leading global healthcare company.
• A role with high visibility and impact offering opportunities to work across multiple functions.
• Competitive salary and benefits with a strong focus on career development and progression.
• The opportunity to be part of an inclusive diverse and purposedriven organisation committed to making a difference in peoples lives.

If you are an ambitious Emirati professional looking to grow your career in a fastpaced customerfocused environment we encourage you to apply!

About Cigna Healthcare

Cigna Healthcare a division of The Cigna Group is an advocate for better health through every stage of life. We guide our customers through the health care system empowering them with the information and insight they need to make the best choices for improving their health and vitality. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.

Qualified applicants will be considered without regard to race color age disability sex childbirth (including pregnancy) or related medical conditions including but not limited to lactation sexual orientation gender identity or expression veteran or military status religion national origin ancestry marital or familial status genetic information status with regard to public assistance citizenship status or any other characteristic protected by applicable equal employment opportunity laws.

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Required Experience:

Manager