Head of Compliance

The Cigna Group

Compliance professional advising business leaders on regulatory frameworks within a global healthcare context. Leading compliance program enhancements and fostering a culture of ethics across Europe.

Posted 6/20/2026full-timeRemote • 🇬🇧 United KingdomLeadWebsite

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Act as a trusted compliance advisor to business leaders, providing practical, risk-based guidance on complex regulatory and governance matters.
Lead the design, delivery, and ongoing enhancement of the European Compliance Programme.
Conduct compliance risk assessments and develop annual compliance plans aligned to business priorities and regulatory requirements.
Partner with business and legal teams to implement effective compliance policies, controls, and governance processes.
Build strong relationships with regulatory authorities and support regulatory engagement across multiple European jurisdictions.
Provide strategic compliance input into business initiatives, change programmes, and cross-functional projects.
Prepare and present compliance updates, reports, and key risk insights to Boards, committees, and senior leadership teams.
Monitor regulatory developments and proactively identify emerging compliance risks and opportunities.
Promote a strong culture of ethics, integrity, and accountability through communication, awareness initiatives, and training programmes.
Support the implementation of global compliance policies, including anti-bribery, anti-money laundering, sanctions, and other regulatory obligations.
Lead, coach, and develop a team of Compliance professionals, fostering collaboration and continuous professional growth.
Partner closely with Risk, Legal, Internal Audit, and business stakeholders to drive effective compliance outcomes across the region.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Significant experience within Compliance, Regulatory Affairs, Risk, Legal, or Governance functions, ideally within insurance, healthcare, financial services, or another regulated environment.
Strong knowledge of regulatory frameworks and governance requirements applicable to regulated organisations.
Experience developing and implementing compliance programmes, policies, and risk management frameworks.
The ability to build trusted relationships and influence stakeholders at all levels of an organisation.
Experience working across multiple countries, jurisdictions, or international business environments.
Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to simplify complex regulatory concepts for different audiences.
Experience leading, mentoring, or developing teams.
A proactive, solutions-focused approach with strong analytical and decision-making skills.
High levels of professional integrity, sound judgement, and accountability.
The ability to balance compliance obligations with commercial and operational priorities.
Professional Compliance qualification or relevant industry certification.
Degree-level qualification or equivalent professional experience.
Additional European language skills, such as French, Dutch, or Spanish.
Experience interacting with regulators or supporting regulatory inspections and reviews.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Competitive salary
Multicultural and hybrid working environment
Private Medical Insurance
Employee Wellbeing Benefits
Educational Development Program

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Hard Skills & Tools

compliance programmesrisk management frameworksregulatory frameworksgovernance requirementsanti-briberyanti-money launderingsanctionscompliance policiescompliance risk assessmentsregulatory engagement

Soft Skills

relationship buildinginfluencing stakeholderscommunication skillspresentation skillsanalytical skillsdecision-making skillsmentoringcoachingproactive approachintegrity

Certifications

Professional Compliance qualificationrelevant industry certification