External Communications & Media Relations Advisor

Cigna is seeking an accomplished and highly motivated professional for the position of Advisor, External Communications to help shape and execute strategic communications and media relations. This individual will help lead the development of high impact strategies designed to advance the company’s mission and vision by effectively communicating with national, trade and local media and other stakeholders. The role will also work to strengthen the presence of the communications function within the organization by driving integration and collaboration with internal stakeholders.

Duties and Responsibilities include:

• Develop external communications strategies (proactive and reactive) in collaboration with the Director of External Communications, media relations team members, the Cigna Newsroom Editor in Chief and other stakeholders across the enterprise. This may include:
  • Drafting and disseminating press releases, media pitch notes and opinion pieces;
  • Conducting proactive outreach to reporters and editors to secure coverage of enterprise initiatives;
  • Developing talking points for key internal and external stakeholders to use in interviews;
  • Managing inbound media requests; and
  • Coordinating and facilitating spokesperson interviews.

• Work with internal stakeholders to understand business growth strategies, and lead the development and execution of external communications strategies that advance our brands and business objectives.

• Establish strong and collaborative working relations within Communications and across the organization (i.e. Marketing, Legal, Finance, business segments, etc.), and collaborate to develop and implement integrated communication plans and activities.

Our Ideal Candidate Will Offer:

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in communications, journalism or related discipline
• At least 7-10+ years of experience working in public relations, communications, public affairs or media relations
• Deep understanding of media relations strategies and tactics in the health care industry, with a particular focus on converting national narratives into regional/local media stories.
• Strong writing and editing skills; ability to write for a variety of audiences across multiple communication channels and vehicles
• Evidence of keen insight into the integration between business and communications’ objectives
• Ability to skillfully manage multiple projects, deadlines and deliverables
• Tact and discretion to work with confidential information and colleagues at all levels
• Experience working in a global, highly-matrixed, deadline-sensitive environment

• This role is WAH/Flex which allows most work to be performed at home. Employees must be fully vaccinated if they choose to come onsite.

This position is not eligible to be performed in Colorado.

About Cigna

Cigna Corporation exists to improve lives. We are a global health service company dedicated to improving the health, well-being and peace of mind of those we serve. Together, with colleagues around the world, we aspire to transform health services, making them more affordable and accessible to millions. Through our unmatched expertise, bold action, fresh ideas and an unwavering commitment to patient-centered care, we are a force of health services innovation. When you work with us, or one of our subsidiaries, you’ll enjoy meaningful career experiences that enrich people’s lives. What difference will you make?

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 require reasonable accommodation in completing the online application process, please email: SeeYourself@cigna.com for support. Do not email SeeYourself@cigna.com for an update on your application or to provide your resume as you will not receive a response.