Professional Development Program Associate

Unum•Portland, ME

3d•$63,500 - $120,000•Hybrid

About The Position

This three- to four-year rotational program is designed to give participants experience in a wide variety of roles. Each experience is unique, allowing the flexibility to pursue individual interests, develop strengths, and prepare for a successful leadership career. Associates are highly motivated inclusive leaders with the intellectual curiosity to keep up with the fast-paced, ever-changing business environment and they are empowered to deliver upon our purpose and create a differentiated experience for our customers around the globe. • Three- to four-year rotational program with each rotation lasting 12-18 months depending on role, complexity, and business needs • Rotations may include (but are not limited to): Benefits, Underwriting, Customer Services, Enrollment, Finance, and Digital Transformation • Work locations may include: Chattanooga, TN; Portland, ME and Columbia, SC. Associates are strongly encouraged to work at two locations during their time in the program. • Stretch and grow in an environment that encourages curiosity, celebrates innovative thinking • Experience robust leadership training and skill development through outside vendors, leadership summits, and presentations from our senior leaders • Interact with senior leaders through an assigned mentor, as well as networking, coaching, and personalized development plan opportunities The PDP Associate is the first of a two-level leadership development program. Upon successful completion of the second rotation, a PDP Associate is eligible to be promoted to a Sr. PDP.

Requirements

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

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

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
healthcare benefits (health, vision, dental)
insurance benefits (short & long-term disability)
performance-based incentive plans
paid time off
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.