Health Services Leadership Development Program Associate

The Cigna Group is a global health company committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers, and patients. The Health Service Leadership Development Program (HSLDP) is a post-graduate general business management leadership development program that advances leadership growth through rotational experiences within the health service space, inclusive of Cigna Healthcare (health benefits provider) and Evernorth Health Services (pharmacy, care, and benefits solutions). 

 

HSLDP Associates attain breadth and depth of experience through three to four rotational roles across multiple lines of business and functional areas. Each rotation lasts between 18-24 months in length within a 5–7-year timeframe of Program tenure.  

 

Key rotational areas: 

• Cigna US Employer Strategy & Solutions 

• Evernorth Pharmacy & Care Delivery 

• Express Scripts Pharmacy Benefit Services 

• Express Scripts Pharmacy 

• Accredo Specialty Pharmacy 

• Service Excellence/Operations 

• Digital & Analytics 

• Clinical Research & Innovation 

 

Every HSLDP Program Associate’s experience is unique as roles taken during the Program are informed by The Cigna Group strategy, business needs, as well as individual personal development and aspirational goals.  As a result of the variety and spectrum of opportunity offered, HSLDP Program Associates are distinctively positioned to attain leadership opportunities upon graduating from the Program. 

 

Key tenets of the HSLDP experience include:  

• Defining, planning, and shaping strategies and initiatives that set the direction for the business 

• Driving financial outcomes and indicators; understanding of the financial indicators and ability to communicate to leadership 

• Development of leadership and growth across a specific function; measurable results and impact to the business 

• Exposure to customers and other key stakeholders outside the organization 

• Direct and indirect people leadership through project management and execution 

 

The HSLDP creates community and cultivates The Cigna’s Group next generation of leadership with these Program Associate objectives in mind: 

• Assume high-demand roles with increasing levels of responsibility, leading others in the achievement of The Cigna Group mission 

• In adopting a growth mindset, you will discover and develop your personal leadership philosophy 

• Enhance your ability to influence, think strategically, and lead organizational change through proactively seeking stretch assignments 

• Cultivate an extensive network and your personal brand within the organization 

• Continuously apply training and newly learned skills as you progress through the Program 

• Support the development of the Program and your peers within the HSLDP community 

 

Qualifications: 

• Successful completion of The HSLDP Summer Associate Program is required 

• Master of Business Administration (preferred), Master of Public Health, or Master of Health Administration from a competitive program 

• 3–6 years of professional, full-time work experience 

• Healthcare experience or demonstrated interest through full-time employment, volunteer work, or applied education extracurricular 

• General ​business management experience and demonstrated leadership potential 

• Worked in positions with multi-faceted functions and/or has explored different functional areas 

• Has gained increased responsibilities through promotions/role transitions 

• Formally or informally managed people, project teams, etc., 

• Has made meaningful contributions to significant assignments in role(s) to date 

• Demonstrated ability to influence across a matrixed organization 

• Applies innovative thinking and problem-solving skills 

• Endeavors to become a business leader in the health service industry 

• Consistently leverages a global mindset and strategic approach   

 

 

Additional Information: 

Locations Bloomfield, CT (The Cigna Group Headquarters), Philadelphia, PA, St. Louis, MO (Evernorth Headquarters), or Franklin, TN 

 

Work Authorization:  

This position is open only to individuals who are eligible for employment in the United States and who would not require visa support including H-1B or CPT/OPT/STEM, etc., now or in the future. 

 

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 100,500 - 167,500 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 medical, vision, dental, and well-being and behavioral health programs. We also offer 401(k), company paid life insurance, tuition reimbursement, a minimum of 18 days of paid time off per year, paid holidays, and leaves of absence. For more details on our employee benefits programs, click here.

About The Cigna Group

Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. 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.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete the online application process, please email seeyourself@thecignagroup.com for assistance.  Please note that this email inbox is dedicated to accommodation requests only and cannot provide application updates or accept resumes.

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.

Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered for employment in a manner consistent with all federal, state and local ordinances.