Senior Analyst, Provider Contracting

The Cigna Group

. Manage provider contracting activities across assigned Eastern European markets from initial engagement through negotiation, execution, and implementation .

Posted 10/27/2026full-timeMadrid • SpainSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in provider contracting, negotiation, and relationship management within the healthcare sector, with a strong focus on analyzing provider data and developing strategic recommendations. Proficient in collaborating across departments and managing complex contractual processes while ensuring compliance and governance.

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Provider Contracting ManagementNegotiation SkillsHealthcare Market AnalysisBusiness Metrics DevelopmentInterpersonal Communication

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Hard Skills

Contract NegotiationTariff ReviewFinancial AssessmentData AnalysisContract ManagementProvider Relationship DevelopmentMarket BenchmarkingClaims AnalysisContractual ComplianceNetwork Expansion Strategies

Soft Skills

Strong Interpersonal SkillsEffective CommunicationTeam-Oriented MindsetProactive Problem SolvingMature Professional Judgment

Certifications & Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in BusinessHealthcare Management CertificationFinance CertificationData Analytics Qualification

Industry Keywords

Healthcare ProvidersThird-Party AdministratorsContractual TermsProvider ConsolidationEastern European MarketsHealthcare ManagementNegotiation StrategiesProvider NetworksBilling ArrangementsUtilization Management

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Manage provider contracting activities across assigned Eastern European markets from initial engagement through negotiation, execution, and implementation
Support and independently lead negotiations with hospitals, clinics, diagnostic centres, physician groups, and other healthcare providers
Review and negotiate tariffs, discounts, payment terms, billing arrangements, and other contractual conditions
Support contract renewals, renegotiations, amendments, and termination or replacement strategies
Partner with Legal and stakeholders on contractual issues and internal governance requirements
Analyze network coverage and identify geographic, specialty, or access gaps
Identify and prioritize providers for direct contracting based on member needs, utilization, claims spend, network requirements, and commercial opportunity
Support network expansion and provider replacement initiatives
Monitor market developments and provider consolidation
Contribute to country-level network strategies and recommendations
Analyze provider claims, utilization, tariffs, cost per claim, discount performance, and other commercial indicators
Develop business cases and financial assessments for negotiations and contracting decisions
Compare provider proposals against existing arrangements, market benchmarks, and alternative network options
Track savings, commercial improvements, network expansion, and contracting outcomes
Translate provider and claims data into recommendations for management
Develop provider relationships and act as a contracting point of contact for discussions and escalations
Support resolution of contractual, tariff, billing, and implementation issues
Coordinate implementation of newly signed or amended agreements
Ensure tariffs, discounts, contractual terms, and provider information are accurately captured in systems and processes
Maintain contracting documentation and records
Monitor renewals and contractual milestones
Support improvements to contracting processes, governance, reporting, and data quality
Collaborate with Network/Provider Management, Claims and Operations, Clinical, Finance, Legal and Compliance, Data and Analytics, and customer and business teams

Requirements

What you’ll need

Knowledge of high-priority healthcare providers, third-party administrators, and competitor capabilities within the assigned region
Strong interpersonal, communication, presentation, negotiation, and influencing skills
Full professional proficiency in English and at least one Eastern European language
Ability to define objectives, establish plans, manage competing priorities, and deliver desired outcomes
Ability to develop meaningful business metrics and monitor progress and results
Strong collaboration skills across departments, matrix partners, external stakeholders, and geographically dispersed teams
Mature professional judgment and ability to operate effectively in a fast-paced, complex environment with shifting priorities
Energetic, proactive, and team-oriented mindset
Willingness to travel up to 20% as required
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience in Business, Economics, Finance, Healthcare Management, Law, or a related discipline
Additional qualifications in healthcare, contracting, procurement, finance, or data analytics would be advantageous

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Work at Home designation
Travel opportunities of up to 20% as required