Location: Virginia market (preferred: Richmond or Mc Lean, VA)

Work Model: Hybrid – in office or provider visits3 days per week

The Provider Contracting Lead Analyst supports day‑to‑day provider contracting and network activities. This role partners closely with internal teams and external providers to manage contracts, support value‑based arrangements, and maintain a competitive, high‑quality provider network.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage submissions for provider contracting and fee‑for‑service negotiations
• Support development and management of value‑based provider relationships
• Build and maintain strong provider partnerships aligned to market strategy
• Serve as a key liaison between providers and internal partners (Claims, Medical Management, Credentialing, Legal, Compliance, Sales, Service, etc.)
• Support network development initiatives and identify opportunities to improve value and cost performance
• Prepare and analyze the financial impact of provider contracts and alternative terms
• Draft and manage Healthcare Professional (HCP) agreements and ensure accurate implementation
• Support contract loading, submissions, and network maintenance activities
• Assist with provider service issue resolution and escalations
• Maintain knowledge of local provider markets, competition, and dynamics
• Support initiatives focused on total medical cost reduction and quality outcomes
• Perform additional duties as assigned

Position Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree preferred (Finance, Economics, Healthcare, or related field); equivalent experience considered
• 1+ year provider contracting and negotiation experience required
• 1+ year provider servicing or provider relations experience preferred
• Understanding of hospital, managed care, and provider business models preferred
• Strong relationship‑building, communication, and presentation skills
• Proven ability to work in a fast‑paced, matrix environment
• Demonstrated financial, negotiation, and problem‑solving skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office

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.

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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The Cigna Group has a tobacco-free policy and reserves the right not to hire tobacco/nicotine users in states where that is legally permissible. Candidates in such states who use tobacco/nicotine will not be considered for employment unless they enter a qualifying smoking cessation program prior to the start of their employment. These states include: Alabama, Alaska, Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Iowa, Kansas, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Nebraska, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Texas, Utah, Vermont, and Washington State.

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