Job Description
Unum is a Fortune 500 company and leading provider of employee benefits to companies worldwide. The
Professional Development Program Associate is part of a rotational program designed to provide participants with a variety of experiences across different functions, preparing them for leadership roles within the organization. Responsibilities Successfully complete 3-4 cross-functional job rotations, including all required training development courses, assignments, and projects, while incorporating this knowledge into daily work to drive results for enterprise Demonstrate outstanding performance during assigned roles Partner with functional management team during business rotations to gain deeper knowledge of each function, the day-to-day operations and how the business unit interconnects with other areas of the business Work with assigned mentor and develop personal development plan Develop and maintain a strong and specialized working knowledge of Unum’s products, services, and business processes Openness to serve as an informal leader/mentor to junior level peers, including interns preparing for a transition into the
Professional Development Program May manage a team Work on and/or lead special projects, as assigned, that require research, analysis, and operational effectiveness evaluations Possess strong communication skills to present all issues and resolutions identified to leadership Lead and collaborate with others on highly visible, enterprise-wide projects and initiatives Other duties as assigned Skills Bachelor's degree (Business, Finance, Economics or Math is preferred) 3.0 cumulative GPA Ability to demonstrate leadership (on campus, in your community, or from past work - we love to see examples in your application!) Comfort with ambiguity necessary as you will be placed in various roles, encounter diverse leadership styles, and develop new business processes as part of your rotational experience Creative problem solving and strong analytical skills Motivation to complete quality work by established deadlines Demonstrate ability to handle multiple priorities at one time Capability to lead and collaborate with others on highly visible, enterprise-wide projects and initiatives Strong ability to influence, persuade, and negotiate with others Benefits Award-winning culture Inclusion and diversity as a priority Performance Based Incentive Plans Competitive benefits package that includes: Health, Vision, Dental, Short & Long-Term Disability Generous PTO (including paid time to volunteer!) Up to 9.5% 401(k) employer contribution Mental health support
Career advancement opportunities Student loan repayment options Tuition reimbursement Flexible work environments All the benefits listed above are subject to the terms of their individual Plans.
Healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental) Insurance benefits (short & long-term disability) Performance-based incentive plans Paid time off 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. Company Overview Since our founding in 1848, Unum has been a leader in the employee benefits business through innovation, integrity and an unwavering commitment to our customers. It was founded in 1848, and is headquartered in Chattanooga, Tennessee, USA, with a workforce of 10001+ employees.
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