Unum Group

AVP CX Experience Design

Unum Group$133K — $274K *
Business Services
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Art, Marketing, Service Design, or related field required.
  • Master's degree (MBA or related discipline) preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in Customer Experience (CX), Experience Design, Service Design, Journey Management, Product Design, or related disciplines.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and leading enterprise-wide customer experience initiatives.
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation efforts and influencing strategic business decisions.

Responsibilities

  • Establish and lead the experience design strategy aligning customer experiences with organizational priorities.
  • Lead a team optimizing end-to-end customer experiences to enhance business performance.
  • Translate customer insights and operational data into strategic experience improvements.
  • Partner with executive leaders to embed customer-centered design in strategic planning and execution.
  • Co-develop enterprise experience design standards ensuring consistency and scalability across touchpoints.
  • Drive experience transformation initiatives facilitating cross-functional collaboration to improve ease of doing business.
  • Establish performance indicators to evaluate experience improvements' effectiveness.

Benefits

  • Healthcare benefits including health, vision, and dental.
  • Short & long-term disability insurance benefits.
  • Performance-based incentive plans.
  • Paid time off.
  • 401(k) retirement plan with employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution.
Full Job Description


General Summary:
Considering applicants in Chattanooga, TN, Portland, Maine, and Atlanta, GA.
This role is CX Design leader of a team responsible for translating CX strategy via human-centered design into scalable programs, driving execution through agile delivery, change management, and journey-based transformation that results in a significant competitive advantage for Unum by working with key initiative leaders and by applying agile methodology.
The incumbent will lead a team of Strategic Experience Designers who are responsible for the design and implementation of (continuous) changes within the area of responsibility in line with the change agenda (within budget, timelines and quality standards) considering the overall strategy of the CXO. Serving as a key conduit between admin systems enterprise wide and the CX Organization. This role's primary focus will be on design and delivery.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities
  • Establish and lead the experience design strategy, ensuring customer lifecycles and experiences align with organizational priorities, value stream objectives, and customer needs.
  • Lead a team of experience design professionals responsible for identifying, designing, and optimizing end-to-end customer experiences that improve customer outcomes and business performance.
  • Translate customer insights, Voice of Customer feedback, market trends, and operational data into strategic experience improvements and transformation opportunities.
  • Partner with executive leaders across business, operations, digital, product, and technology teams to embed customer-centered design principles into strategic planning, prioritization, and execution.
  • Co-Develop and govern enterprise experience design standards, methodologies, and frameworks to ensure consistency, scalability, and alignment across customer touchpoints.
  • Drive experience transformation initiatives, facilitating cross-functional collaboration to remove customer friction, improve ease of doing business, and deliver measurable value.
  • Partnering with the business establish performance indicators to evaluate the effectiveness of experience improvements and demonstrate impact on customer and business outcomes.
  • Influence investment decisions and strategic priorities by advocating for customer needs and leveraging insights to identify opportunities for innovation and competitive differentiation.
  • Serve as the key leader and champion for human-centered design practices, fostering a culture of customer obsession, continuous improvement, and innovation.
  • Ensure experience design efforts contribute to key enterprise goals, including customer satisfaction, loyalty, retention, growth, operational efficiency, and value stream success.


Job Specifications
  • Bachelor's degree in Design, Art, Marketing, Service Design, or a related field required.
  • Master's degree (MBA or related discipline) preferred.
  • 10+ years of progressive experience in Customer Experience (CX), Experience Design, Service Design, Journey Management, Product Design, or related disciplines.
  • 5+ years of leadership experience managing teams and leading enterprise-wide customer experience initiatives.
  • Demonstrated experience designing and improving end-to-end customer journeys across multiple channels and touchpoints.
  • Proven track record of leading large-scale transformation efforts and influencing strategic business decisions.
  • Experience partnering with executive leaders across business, operations, technology, digital, product, and customer-facing functions.
  • Experience leveraging customer insights, Voice of Customer programs, analytics, and market research to drive business improvements.

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Unum and Colonial Life are part of Unum Group, a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits to companies worldwide. Headquartered in Chattanooga, TN, with international offices in Ireland, Poland and the UK, Unum also has significant operations in Portland, ME, and Baton Rouge, LA - plus over 35 US field offices. Colonial Life is headquartered in Columbia, SC, with over 40 field offices nationwide.

The base salary range for applicants for this position is listed below. Unless actual salary is indicated above in the job description, actual pay will be based on skill, geographical location and experience.
$133,500.00-$274,100.00

Additionally, Unum offers a portfolio of benefits and rewards that are competitive and comprehensive including healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental), insurance benefits (short & long-term disability), performance-based incentive plans, paid time off, and a 401(k) retirement plan with an employer match up to 5% and an additional 4.5% contribution whether you contribute to the plan or not. All benefits are subject to the terms and conditions of individual Plans.

Company:
Unum

About Unum Group

Since their founding in 1848, Unum has been known for breaking new ground in the business of benefits. Integrity, determination, innovation and leadership were at the core of their company 165 years ago, and they are just as relevant to their business today. Just as long-lasting has been their commitment to being there when people need us most, a simple but compelling philosophy that began before the Civil War during a time when investing in insurance to protect yourself from the financial effects of illness and injury was a radical idea. They persevered during the fledgling insurance landscape then, and we're equally committed today to educating consumers about the value of financial protection benefits. Take a look below at Unum and its predecessor companies throughout the years.

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Join the Unum Group team today and be part of a company that values innovation, leadership, and diversity. As a leading provider of financial protection benefits in the United States and the United Kingdom, Unum Group offers unparalleled job opportunities in a variety of professional fields.

Work You’ll Do

At Unum Group, you will contribute to a culture that supports the growth and development of its employees through targeted diversity training and robust career advancement opportunities. Our team is committed to creating an inclusive environment where every team member’s skills and ideas are valued.

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Our team at Unum Group thrives on collaboration and the free exchange of ideas. We believe that diversity fuels innovation and we strive to create a workplace where all employees can achieve their professional goals. With a focus on continuous improvement and employee empowerment, Unum offers a dynamic work environment designed to develop top-tier professionals.

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Unum Group is committed to offering competitive benefits that enhance the lives of our employees and their families. From health and wellness to financial and retirement planning, our benefits are designed to promote a healthy, fulfilling life both inside and outside of work. Our culture emphasizes work-life balance, community involvement, and the well-being of our employees.

Career Development Opportunities

Invest in your future with Unum Group’s comprehensive career development programs. From professional development workshops to leadership training, we provide the tools and resources necessary for personal and professional growth. Our commitment to career development ensures that our employees are well-equipped to meet the challenges of today’s job market.

Innovative Hiring Process

Our hiring process is designed to identify and attract the best talent. From the initial resume submission to the final interview, each step is an opportunity to showcase your unique abilities and learn more about the Unum culture. We value straightforward communication and transparency, ensuring that all candidates understand what it takes to be a part of our team.

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At Unum Group, networking doesn’t end with the job interview. We encourage our employees to continue building professional relationships and sharing insights through our internal networking platforms. This connectivity allows for ongoing professional development and community building across the company.

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Size
10,100 employees
Market Cap
$8 billion
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Net Income
$793 million
Founded
1848
5 Year Trend
+1.6%
Revenue
$13.1 billion
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