Head of Compliance - Europe

About the role

We're looking for an experienced compliance professional to play a key role in strengthening and evolving our compliance and ethics framework across Europe. This is a highly visible leadership opportunity where you'll partner with senior stakeholders across multiple jurisdictions, providing strategic compliance guidance that supports business growth while maintaining the highest regulatory and ethical standards. You'll lead the development and delivery of our European compliance programme, helping to identify emerging risks, strengthen governance frameworks, and embed a strong culture of integrity across the organisation. You'll also work closely with regulators, business leaders, legal teams, and global compliance colleagues to ensure we continue to operate responsibly in a complex and evolving regulatory environment. This role offers the opportunity to influence business decisions at a senior level, contribute to major strategic initiatives, and help shape the future of compliance within a global healthcare organisation. You'll Be Responsible For: 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. What You'll Bring to the Role: 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. Experience within insurance, healthcare insurance, financial services, or broa

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About Cigna Healthcare Cigna Healthcare is a global health service company dedicated to transforming healthcare. With roots in the U.S. and operations in over 30 countries, we serve more than 180 million customers and patients worldwide. Ranked 13th on the Fortune 500 in 2025, Cigna is recognized as one of the most trusted and influential names in the industry. Our mission is to improve the health, well-being, and peace of mind of those we serve. Join our globally recognized brand, where trust, communication, and a positive culture are at the core of everything we do. Our leadership is consistent, approachable, and supportive-ensuring your well-being and work-life balance. We're looking for individuals who thrive in collaborative environments, are passionate about meaningful change, and want to grow in a company that puts people first. At Cigna, you'll be part of a purpose-driven team that values innovation, compassion, and impact. Whether you're shaping better care experiences or supporting customers through life's key moments, your work will matter. Grow with us-and help shape the future of healthcare.

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