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ANSHULA KUMAR

ANSHULA KUMAR

Stockholm,Sweden

Summary

Strategic product designer with 10+ years of experience leading design for data-rich B2B and SaaS platforms. Known for turning complex problems into scalable UX frameworks and building high-performing design systems. Strong collaborator with product, engineering, and data teams-focused on creating tools that are both technically robust and user-friendly.

Overview

15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Senior User Experience Designer

Securitas AB
Stockholm
08.2024 - Current
  • Spearheaded and evangelised the strategic UX vision for MySecuritas across web and mobile, implementing a roadmap-driven approach that lead to 15% improvement in user engagement.
  • Pioneered UX strategy for complex data initiatives (KPI dashboards, asset lifecycle), empowering faster decision-making through intuitive, role-specific workflows.
  • Scaled a multi-platform design system and introduced governance practices, improving Ul consistency by 24% and delivery speed across international product teams.
  • Strategically aligned UX workflows & component logic with backend APIs, reducing rework and improving system coherence.
  • Developed and implemented phased delivery frameworks, significantly improving prioritisation alignment and accelerating time-to-value across agile teams.

Senior Consultant, - Product Design

Alva Labs AB
Stockholm
03.2024 - 07.2024
  • Redesigned the candidate shortlist and insights flow, improving recruiter efficiency by 27%.
  • Introduced discovery and prioritisation frameworks that reduced iteration cycles by ~30% and informed two key roadmap initiatives.
  • Collaborated with psychologists and data scientists to improve the assessment process, increasing insight adoption and reducing friction for hiring managers.

Senior Consultant, - User Experience Design

CGI
Stockholm
08.2023 - 03.2024
  • Guided pre-sales UX strategies, developing impactful battle cards that secured new projects worth SEK 750K in revenue.
  • Transformed UX offerings by strategically implementing advanced user-centered design methodologies, which drove a 12% increase in client engagement.
  • Successfully led multinational design teams to enhance design proficiency and efficiency by championing a culture of innovation.
  • Led the UX redesign of SAAB's Virtual Data Centre Management Interface, enhancing usability and ensuring WCAG compliance.

Senior User Experience Designer

frog Designer
Stockholm
08.2021 - 07.2023
  • Developed high-impact RFPs, resulting in a 20% surge in project acquisition.
  • Established a comprehensive mentorship and knowledge-sharing initiative directly elevating team capabilities.
  • Client: H&M Omnichannel Product Strategy
  • 09/2021-04/2023
  • Pioneered the integration of online and physical retail through 'Locate in Store,' providing real-time product availability across channels. This initiative empowered customers to seamlessly transition from online research to in-store purchase, resulting in increased store visits and point-of-sale activity.
  • Simplified in-store shopping with navigation and mapping, driving higher customer satisfaction.
  • Optimized Agile processes, simultaneously boosting project efficiency by 40%, accelerating time-to-market, and improving accessibility by 30% (WCAG).

Senior Product Designer

Rebtel AB
Stockholm
02.2019 - 08.2021
  • Led cross-functional teams to redesign onboarding, resulting in a 20% uplift in user retention and a 25% reduction in project timelines.
  • Iteratively designed and user-tested a cross-border remittance platform for B2B and B2C segments, optimizing transaction flows for enhanced usability.
  • Developed and implemented an optimized design system for Rebtel, standardizing UI across platforms to create a cohesive and intuitive user experience.

Lead User Experience Designer

Addressya AB
Stockholm
10.2018 - 02.2019
  • Directed three key design initiatives to directly support company vision and business goals, establishing UX as a driver of strategic outcomes.
  • Drove faster product innovation through rapid prototyping, resulting in a 40% reduction in stakeholder approval time and enhanced development velocity.
  • Drove the success of end-to-end UX projects by championing user research, personal development, and journey mapping, resulting in streamlined implementation and superior user outcomes.

User Experience Designer

Samtrygg AB
Stockholm
01.2018 - 06.2018
  • Reduced user drop-offs by 30% through a redesigned registration process, significantly improving conversion rates and user satisfaction.
  • Improved onboarding comprehension by 50% through a refined visual design, creating a more engaging initial user experience.

User Experience Designer

Freelance Consultant
New Delhi
10.2016 - 12.2017
  • Provided user-centered design solutions for diverse clients, including Gurukool Kids, Freeuse, Digit Insurance, and Zomato, enhancing brand perception and user satisfaction through comprehensive brand analysis and user research.
  • Delivered tailored digital experiences that addressed unique client needs and drove tangible business results.

User Experience Design Consultant

Weld AB
Stockholm
08.2016 - 09.2016
  • Conducted in-depth user research, usability testing, and statistical analysis, resulting in a 30% increase in usability through iterative prototype adjustments.
  • Delivered strategic user experience guidance and responsive design solutions, aligning design with critical project objectives.

Design Manager, Consultant

Addictive Media
New Delhi
01.2016 - 07.2016
  • Directed the design and production of creative materials, improving design efficiency by 30% through effective leadership and process optimization.
  • Oversaw user experience, interaction, and visual design across diverse projects, achieving significant improvements in design efficiency and user satisfaction.

Communication & UX Strategist

The Energy & Resources Institute
New Delhi
01.2014 - 12.2015
  • Drove a 200% increase in social media followers through strategic communication initiatives.
  • Redesigned the website and energy rating app, enhancing user experience and brand alignment.
  • Implemented user-centric UX processes, ensuring quality and functionality through seamless web development handoffs.

Product Designer and UX Researcher

Onio Design
Pune
09.2010 - 07.2012
  • Drove product design from concept to final CAD, fostering innovation and accelerating development.
  • Managed client relationships and pitched solutions that supported new business growth.

Education

M.A. - Design Management

De Montfort University
UK
01.2013

Bachelor of Design - Product Design

Symbiosis Institute of Design
India
01.2011

Skills

  • Design Leadership
  • Business Strategy Alignment
  • Product Design
  • User Research
  • User-Centered Design
  • Strategic Design Thinking
  • Accessibility (WCAG)
  • Behavioral Science
  • Design ROI Measurement
  • Lean UX and Agile Methodologies
  • Prototyping
  • Interaction Design
  • Customer Journey Mapping & Service Blueprints
  • Design Operations
  • Figma
  • Adobe XD
  • User Testing Platforms (Userlytics, UserZoom, Hotjar, Optimizely, Google Analytics)
  • Jira
  • Understanding Accessibility Testing Tools
  • HTML/CSS Basics
  • Mobile Development Basics

Certification

  • Elements of AI, University of Helsinki, 06/2021
  • Accessibility fundamentals - Disabilities, Guidelines and Law, Deque University, 02/2022
  • Behavioral Science in Organisation, BeSci, 07/2022
  • Introduction to Psychology, Yale University, 02/2023
  • Human-centered design for inclusive innovations, University of Toronto, 03/2023
  • Navigating AI Ethical Challenges and Risks, 09/2023
  • How to design for Accessibility (WCAG 2.2), 11/2023
  • AI for Designers, Interaction Design Foundation, 01/2024
  • Design for a Better World with Don Norman, Interaction Design Foundation, 01/2024

Volunteer Experience

  • Design Mentor, Adptlist, Mentored aspiring designers, providing guidance on career development and design skills.
  • Communication Strategist, Gurukool Kids, Developed communication strategies to enhance brand visibility and engagement.

Timeline

Senior User Experience Designer

Securitas AB
08.2024 - Current

Senior Consultant, - Product Design

Alva Labs AB
03.2024 - 07.2024

Senior Consultant, - User Experience Design

CGI
08.2023 - 03.2024

Senior User Experience Designer

frog Designer
08.2021 - 07.2023

Senior Product Designer

Rebtel AB
02.2019 - 08.2021

Lead User Experience Designer

Addressya AB
10.2018 - 02.2019

User Experience Designer

Samtrygg AB
01.2018 - 06.2018

User Experience Designer

Freelance Consultant
10.2016 - 12.2017

User Experience Design Consultant

Weld AB
08.2016 - 09.2016

Design Manager, Consultant

Addictive Media
01.2016 - 07.2016

Communication & UX Strategist

The Energy & Resources Institute
01.2014 - 12.2015

Product Designer and UX Researcher

Onio Design
09.2010 - 07.2012

M.A. - Design Management

De Montfort University

Bachelor of Design - Product Design

Symbiosis Institute of Design
ANSHULA KUMAR