Global Head of Provider Network

Ethos; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 150,000 - 240,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Multicultural and hybrid working env.

Private Medical Insurance

Employee Wellbeing Benefits

Educational Development Program

Job summary

Cigna Healthcare, a global health service company, seeks a Global Head of Network to lead end-to-end provider network strategy, contracting, and performance across IHDS. This role focuses on a single, enterprise-led network model, driving cost efficiency, access, and quality at scale.

The position reports to the Chief Health Officer and influences enterprise-wide priorities, metrics, and partnerships across regions, with a strong emphasis on value-based care and cross-functional collaboration.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Business, Healthcare Management, or related field (MBA preferred).
• 15+ years of progressive leadership experience in provider network, contracting, and healthcare operations.
• Extensive experience in international health insurance and multi-market provider network management.
• Proven track record in large-scale network transformation and cost optimization.
• Deep expertise in provider contracting, pricing, and partnership models.
• Strong understanding of clinical operations, payment integrity, and healthcare economics.
• Experience leading multicultural, multi-location teams in a global environment.

Responsibilities

• Define and deliver a multi-year global provider network strategy aligned with IH and IHDS priorities.
• Lead negotiations for global provider partnerships and establish global contracting strategies.
• Drive value-based contracting models to improve quality outcomes and cost efficiency.
• Oversee network performance monitoring across utilization, outcomes, and provider experience.
• Partner with Finance, Medical Economics, D&A and Technology on data-driven network management.
• Report progress to portfolio management for prioritization and resource allocation.

Skills

Provider network leadership

Contracting expertise

Healthcare economics

Executive communication

Education

Master's degree in Business/Healthcare Management

Job description

Cigna Healthcare, a global health service company, seeks a Global Head of Network to lead end-to-end provider network strategy, contracting, and performance across IHDS. This role focuses on a single, enterprise-led network model, driving cost efficiency, access, and quality at scale.

The position reports to the Chief Health Officer and influences enterprise-wide priorities, metrics, and partnerships across regions, with a strong emphasis on value-based care and cross-functional collaboration.