Provider Contracting Senior Analyst

h3About Cigna Healthcare /h3pCigna Healthcare is a global health service company dedicated to transforming healthcare. With roots in the U.
S. and operations in over 30 countries, we serve more than 180 million customers and patients worldwide. Ranked 13th on the Fortune 500 in 2025, Cigna is recognized as one of the most trusted and influential names in the industry. Our mission is to improve the health, well-being, and peace of mind of those we serve. You’ll join a globally recognized organization where trust, clear communication, and a positive culture shape how we work. Our leaders are consistent, approachable, and supportive, helping you maintain balance while doing meaningful work. We look for people who thrive in collaborative environments, care about meaningful change, and want to grow in a company that puts people first. At Cigna Healthcare, your work contributes to better care experiences and supports customers through important moments in their lives. /ph3About the Role /h3pAs a Provider Contracting Senior Analyst, you’ll support the development, negotiation, implementation and ongoing management of healthcare provider agreements across assigned markets. You’ll combine provider contracting, commercial analysis, network development and relationship management to strengthen network coverage, improve commercial terms and support cashless/direct access for members. You’ll work across multiple countries, healthcare systems and stakeholder groups in a fast-paced environment where priorities can evolve. /ph3What You’ll Do /h3ulliManage provider contracting activities from initial engagement and negotiation through to execution, implementation, renewal and amendment. /liliNegotiate commercial arrangements with hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centres, physician groups and other healthcare providers, covering tariffs, discounts, payment terms, billing arrangements and contractual conditions. /liliStrengthen provider network coverage by analysing access gaps, member needs, utilisation, claims spend and commercial opportunities, while monitoring relevant market and provider developments. /liliUse data to guide contracting decisions, analysing claims, tariffs, cost per claim, discount performance and provider proposals to build business cases, assess options and provide clear recommendations. /liliBuild effective provider relationships, supporting contracting discussions and resolving issues relating to commercial terms, tariffs, billing or implementation. /liliEnsure contracts are implemented accurately, working with operational teams to maintain provider information, tariffs, discounts, documentation, renewals and key contractual milestones. /liliWork across Network/Provider Management, Claims, Operations, Clinical, Finance, Legal, Compliance, Data and Analytics, and business teams to balance member access, network quality, operational feasibility and financial sustainability. /li /ulh3What You’ll Bring /h3pKnowledge of high-priority healthcare providers, third-party administrators and competitor capabilities within the assigned region. /ppFull professional proficiency in English, Dutch, German and French. /ppStrong negotiation and commercial skills, with the ability to engage and influence stakeholders at different levels. /ppStrong analytical skills, including the ability to develop meaningful business metrics, monitor results and translate complex information into recommendations. /ppA Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Economics, Finance, Healthcare Management, Law or a related discipline. /ppWillingness to travel up to 20% when required. /ph3Skills /h3h3Soft Skills /h3ulliClear communication, presentation, negotiation and influencing skills. /liliStrong organisation and prioritisation, including managing competing and time-sensitive priorities through to completion. /liliCollaboration across departments, external partners and geographically dispersed teams. /liliAdaptability and sound professional judgement when working through changing priorities and complex situations. /li /ulh3Technical / Functional Skills /h3ulliHealthcare provider contracting and negotiation. /liliNetwork development and provider relationship management. /liliCommercial, claims and utilisation analysis. /liliBusiness case and financial assessment development. /liliContract implementation, governance and renewal management. /liliPerformance measurement and reporting. /li /ulh3Nice to Have /h3pAdditional qualifications in healthcare, contracting, procurement, finance or data analytics. /ph3Why Join Us /h3ulliCompetitive salary. /liliA multicultural, hybrid working environment where collaboration and clear communication are valued. /liliPrivate Medical Insurance and Employee Wellbeing Benefits. /liliEducational Development Program to support your continued learning and development. /li /ulh3About Cigna Healthcare /h3pCigna Healthcare, a division of The Cigna Group, is an advocate for better health through every sta