Strategic State Government Affairs Lead

390 Cigna-Evernorth Services Inc.; United States; Remote; USD 154,000 - 257,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k) plan

Paid time off

Job summary

The Cigna Group is seeking a State Government Affairs Principal in the East Region to support government relations across states. The ideal candidate will bring legislative, regulatory and lobbying experience within healthcare or other highly regulated industries.

You will monitor state government trends, craft positions, and engage with governors, regulators and industry associations to advance our business interests.

Qualifications

• Excellent communication, interpersonal and negotiation skills with ability to influence senior management and external partners.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with good judgment.
• Experience managing counsel and trade associations relationships.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and monitor state government trends, proposed legislation, regulations and industry issues.
• Analyze and recommend company positions on legislative and regulatory proposals.
• Represent The Cigna Group’s interests with state officials and regulators.
• Provide information on legislative and regulatory activities to senior staff and partners.
• Manage regulatory inquiries with timely, thorough responses.
• Collaborate with sales and account teams to support clients with government relations expertise.
• Represent The Cigna Group in state and national industry associations and strengthen company influence.
• Develop action plans and drive special projects to completion.

Skills

Communication skills

Negotiation

Analytical thinking

Independent working

Organizational skills

Relationship management

Education

Bachelor's degree

Job description

The Cigna Group is seeking a State Government Affairs Principal in the East Region to support government relations across states. The ideal candidate will bring legislative, regulatory and lobbying experience within healthcare or other highly regulated industries.

You will monitor state government trends, craft positions, and engage with governors, regulators and industry associations to advance our business interests.