Description
The Cigna Group, a global health services company, is seeking a Head of MEA Legal to lead the Middle East and Africa (MEA) Legal team. The successful candidate will be based in Dubai and report to the MEA Chief Counsel. As a senior lawyer, you will work closely with business leaders, compliance, audit, and other stakeholders to provide accurate, proportionate, and timely legal and regulatory advice.
Responsibilities:
- Act as Head of Legal for Cigna Middle East and Africa
- Influence and collaborate with business leaders to define, develop, and support business objectives in the MEA region
- Provide timely, concise, and accurate updates to MEA senior leadership on key legal developments
- Support, coach, and develop the MEA legal team
- Collaborate with colleagues to ensure the Cigna MEA business operates successfully within its legal and regulatory framework
- Remain accountable for local legal and regulatory advice
- Draft, review, and advise on various legal documents, including contracts and group plans
- Manage claims, litigation, and dispute resolution
- Ensure that legal and regulatory issues are raised and considered fully and at the earliest opportunity
- Be a champion for the Cigna Ethics program
Requirements:
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Previous experience in a leadership role with the ability to interact effectively with senior leadership and external legal counsel
- A minimum of 10 years of post-qualification experience practicing law, with at least 4 years of experience in an international law firm
- Excellent drafting and negotiating skills, with experience drafting complex legal agreements
- Solid experience running complex, multi-party transactions from end to end
- People management experience, including team coaching, mentoring, and career development
- A team player with a can-do attitude and a commitment to delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
- Solid understanding of the Middle East region's regulatory and legal framework
- Health insurance experience preferred but not essential
Benefits: In addition to a motivating and competitive remuneration package, the role offers the successful candidate the opportunity to lead a highly valued team that plays a key role in the success of a business enjoying strong and exciting growth in a sector which makes a difference to people's lives.