Senior Principal- Public Affairs

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Base: $176,600 - $294,300 usd yearly; bonus/equity...
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Enterprise-level public affairs strategy
Cross-functional team leadership
Reputational risk management
** The Cigna Group is seeking a Senior Principal for Public Affairs to lead high-priority public affairs initiatives with significant external engagement and accountability. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in public affairs, capable of shaping external perception and managing reputational risks while collaborating across various functions. **

Job Summary

  • The role serves as an enterprise leader responsible for the end-to-end execution of high-priority, issue-based public affairs initiatives.
  • Candidates must demonstrate deep experience leading enterprise-level campaigns with significant external exposure in high-risk situations.
  • The position offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, vision, dental, 401(k), and paid time off starting on day one.

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** The Cigna Group is seeking a Senior Principal for Public Affairs to lead high-priority public affairs initiatives with significant external engagement and accountability. The ideal candidate will have deep experience in public affairs, capable of shaping external perception and managing reputational risks while collaborating across various functions. **

Salary

Base: $176,600 - $294,300 USD yearly; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for annual bonus and long term incentive plan; Benefits: Comprehensive health, 401(k), life insurance, tuition reimbursement, PTO

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Enterprise-level public affairs strategy
  • Cross-functional team leadership
  • Reputational risk management
  • Government affairs coordination
  • External stakeholder engagement

Nice-to-have

  • Patient and consumer point of view
  • Strategic thought partnership
  • High-stakes external forum representation
  • Influencing without explicit authority

Key Requirements

  • Deep experience in public affairs or government affairs
  • Proven success leading enterprise-level issue-based campaigns
  • Exceptional strategic thinking and stakeholder communication skills
  • Sound judgment in ambiguous, fast-moving situations

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