Senior Director Of Ux Operations & Accessibility

Elsevier

Multiple Locations
Base: $118,300 - $219,800; bonus/equity: not speci...
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Global ux operations strategy
Enterprise accessibility maturity
Design systems governance
** Elsevier is seeking a Senior Director of UX Operations & Accessibility to lead the strategy and governance of UX across its global product ecosystem. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in UX and accessibility, aiming to enhance user experiences for various stakeholders in the research and healthcare fields. **

Job Summary

  • The Senior Director of UX Operations & Accessibility will lead the strategy, governance, and operational excellence of UX across Elsevier’s global product ecosystem.
  • This role is responsible for scaling UX operations, advancing enterprise accessibility maturity, and ensuring inclusive, research informed user experiences across platforms used by researchers, clinicians, librarians, educators, and students worldwide.
  • Operating at the intersection of design, product, engineering, compliance, and business strategy, this leader ensures UX practices are efficient, measurable, inclusive, and aligned with Elsevier’s mission to advance knowledge and improve outcomes.

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** Elsevier is seeking a Senior Director of UX Operations & Accessibility to lead the strategy and governance of UX across its global product ecosystem. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in UX and accessibility, aiming to enhance user experiences for various stakeholders in the research and healthcare fields. **

Salary

Base: $118,300 - $219,800; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Global UX Operations Strategy
  • Enterprise Accessibility Maturity
  • Design Systems Governance
  • UX Metrics and KPIs
  • Scalable UX Research Operations
  • WCAG, ADA, EN 301 549 Compliance

Nice-to-have

  • Evidence-based design
  • Cross-functional collaboration
  • Organizational change management

Key Requirements

  • 12+ years in UX, Design Operations, or Digital Experience leadership
  • 5+ years leading global, multidisciplinary UX teams
  • Proven experience building and scaling UX Operations functions
  • Deep expertise in accessibility standards and regulatory requirements
  • Experience in enterprise SaaS, digital publishing, health tech, or data-driven environments
  • Strong understanding of design systems and scalable UX governance models
  • Demonstrated ability to align UX metrics with business and product impact
  • Executive level communication skills
  • Strong knowledge of UX research methodologies
  • Experience driving organizational change in complex, global organizations

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