Strategic Account Executive, U500

The Cigna Group

. Build deep, trusted relationships with clients and serve as their strategic partner .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeAtlanta • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in client relationship management, financial acumen, and strategic partnership development to drive growth and retention in health benefits. Leverages strong communication skills to influence outcomes and deliver integrated solutions across client organizations.

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Client Relationship ManagementFinancial AcumenUnderwriting PrinciplesAccount ManagementSales and Marketing Experience

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Hard Skills

Health Benefits ExpertiseCost ManagementComplex Account ManagementMarket Trend AnalysisStrategic Solution Delivery

Soft Skills

Strong Communication SkillsRelationship-Building Skills

Industry Keywords

Client-Facing RolesDistribution PartnersBook of Business GrowthRenewals ManagementCross-Functional Collaboration

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Build deep, trusted relationships with clients and serve as their strategic partner
Partner with key client decision-makers to develop meaningful, long-term relationships
Apply industry and market knowledge to offer forward-thinking recommendations
Engage across all levels of client organizations to ensure alignment and influence outcomes
Share timely insights on market trends to help clients stay ahead
Use financial and underwriting expertise to guide cost management and highlight the value of Cigna solutions
Drive growth, earnings, and retention by expanding relationships and managing renewals
Collaborate with underwriting and cross-functional partners to deliver integrated, strategic solutions
Oversee and support client service needs by connecting requests with the right internal teams
Strengthen relationships with distribution partners and ensure alignment on client strategies

Requirements

What you’ll need

3+ years of experience in health benefits, account management, or client-facing roles
Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Financial acumen and familiarity with underwriting principles
Experience managing complex client accounts
Bachelor's degree (preferred)
Experience in sales, marketing, underwriting, or operations (preferred)
Demonstrated success growing a book of business and driving client outcomes (preferred)
For occasional or permanent work from home, cable broadband or fiber optic internet service with at least 10Mbps download/5Mbps upload
Qualified applicants with criminal histories will be considered consistently with applicable federal, state, and local ordinances

Benefits

Comp & perks

Hybrid work arrangement
Work-from-home flexibility (occasionally or permanently, subject to internet requirements)
Consideration of qualified applicants without regard to protected characteristics
Reasonable accommodation support for the online application process
Tobacco-free policy