What are the responsibilities and job description for the Talent Acquisition Business Partner position at The Cigna Group?
ABOUT US
Cigna Healthcare is a global health service company with roots in the U.S., serving customers and patients around the world. We deliver quality healthcare through choice, predictability, affordability, integrated capabilities, and connected, personalized solutions that advance whole-person health.
Our mission is to help our customers improve their health, well-being, and sense of security by providing access to care. Our employer promise is to foster growth and improve lives through meaningful work in a positive, inclusive culture that prioritizes our colleagues, teamwork, collaboration, and impact.
YOUR JOB
The Talent Acquisition Business Partner will lead Talent Acquisition activities across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia while serving as a strategic partner to the Head of Talent Acquisition MEA.
MAIN RESPONSIBILITIES
Act as the primary Talent Acquisition partner for Saudi Arabia, aligning hiring strategies with business objectives and workforce plans.
Partner with business and HR leaders to anticipate talent needs, provide workforce insights, and develop proactive hiring strategies that support organizational growth.
Lead end-to-end recruitment delivery across multiple functions and levels, ensuring the attraction and selection of high-quality talent aligned with business requirements.
Serve as a trusted advisor to hiring managers, providing guidance on market trends, talent availability, competitive positioning, and recruitment best practices.
Develop and execute talent sourcing strategies that strengthen talent pipelines and support current and future business needs.
Drive an exceptional candidate experience that reflects Cigna Healthcare's employer brand and values throughout the recruitment lifecycle.
Utilize recruitment metrics, market intelligence, and talent insights to influence hiring decisions and improve recruitment effectiveness.
Support workforce planning discussions through talent market mapping, succession-focused hiring strategies, and capability assessments.
Champion employer branding initiatives and talent attraction campaigns to strengthen Cigna Healthcare's presence in the Saudi talent market.
Partner closely with the Head of Talent Acquisition MEA and regional stakeholders to support strategic Talent Acquisition priorities and business transformation initiatives.
Lead or contribute to local, regional, and global Talent Acquisition projects, including process optimization, technology enhancements, employer branding programs, and talent acquisition innovation.
Identify opportunities to improve recruitment processes, candidate experience, operational efficiency, and talent outcomes through continuous improvement initiatives.
Collaborate across HR Centers of Excellence, HR Business Partners, and operational teams to ensure a seamless and integrated talent approach.
Ensure recruitment activities are conducted in accordance with company policies, compliance requirements, and data privacy standards.
SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE NEEDED
Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related discipline.
Strong Talent Acquisition experience, ideally gained within Saudi Arabia or the wider GCC.
Proven experience managing end-to-end recruitment across different functions and seniority levels.
Demonstrated ability to partner with senior stakeholders and translate workforce needs into practical hiring strategies.
Strong knowledge of the Saudi talent market and local recruitment practices.
Experience utilizing recruitment systems, sourcing platforms, market intelligence, and recruitment analytics.
Strong communication, influencing, stakeholder management, and advisory skills.
Ability to manage multiple priorities within a fast-paced, matrixed, and regional environment.
Fluency in English is required. Arabic would be an advantage.
WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR
We are seeking individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, are passionate about driving meaningful change, and are excited to grow in a company that prioritizes its people.
Join us and be part of a company where your growth, ideas, and contributions are valued. Let's create something extraordinary together while helping improve the health and well-being of those we serve.
About The Cigna Group
Doing something meaningful starts with a simple decision, a commitment to changing lives. At The Cigna Group, we’re dedicated to improving the health and vitality of those we serve. Through our divisions Cigna Healthcare and Evernorth Health Services, we are committed to enhancing the lives of our clients, customers and patients. Join us in driving growth and improving lives.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.
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