The Change Management Specialist will lead change initiatives, develop strategies and communication plans, and guide stakeholders to ensure successful project adoption.
Management Consultant, Change Management Specialist
Our consultancy is looking for a highly motivated and talented Change Management Specialist. We are looking for peak performers who have a passion for business, a joy in solving problems and a work ethic that doesn't rest until the job is done.
We seek a highly motivated Change Management Specialist to join our team and serve as the CM lead on key projects. This role will work closely with Project Managers, business leaders, and stakeholders to ensure smooth adoption of changes, drive user engagement, and mitigate resistance to organizational transformations. The position of Change Manager will be responsible for supporting multiple projects for our client. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of proven success managing change in complex environments, demonstrating the ability to lead and influence across the organization without direct authority. A strong understanding of change management methodologies is required.
Key Responsibilities:
Skills:
Our consultancy is looking for a highly motivated and talented Change Management Specialist. We are looking for peak performers who have a passion for business, a joy in solving problems and a work ethic that doesn't rest until the job is done.
We seek a highly motivated Change Management Specialist to join our team and serve as the CM lead on key projects. This role will work closely with Project Managers, business leaders, and stakeholders to ensure smooth adoption of changes, drive user engagement, and mitigate resistance to organizational transformations. The position of Change Manager will be responsible for supporting multiple projects for our client. The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of proven success managing change in complex environments, demonstrating the ability to lead and influence across the organization without direct authority. A strong understanding of change management methodologies is required.
Key Responsibilities:
- Design and implement comprehensive change management plans to support initiatives for the client.
- Identify key stakeholder needs, concerns and expectations related to change initiatives.
- Conduct impact analyses and recommend appropriate change interventions and engagement strategies.
- Design and implement comprehensive change management plans to support initiatives for the client.
- Coordinate with communication teams to develop and execute communication plans, ensuring timely and effective stakeholder updates.
- Provide guidance and coaching to managers and supervisors, empowering them to drive successful change adoption.
- Monitor, assess, and report on the effectiveness of change management activities and change management framework, recommending adjustments as necessary.
- Proactively identify and address potential risks and resistance related to change efforts.
- Develop communication materials, training, and support resources as needed.
- Collaborate closely with project teams and affected stakeholders to ensure understanding of change impacts and alignment on change management activities.
Skills:
- Strong written and presentation communicator with presence and impact
- Able to simplify complex ideas for broad audiences
- Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity
- Self-motivated critical thinker who confidently asks questions and shares opinions
- Excellent at building relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Works independently and delivers high-quality results
- Prosci Change Management Certification or similar credential.
- Experience supporting Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid delivery models.
- Understanding of enterprise-level project governance, RACI models, and compliance requirements.
- Prior experience working with financial institutions.
- Familiarity with ServiceNow PPM or similar project portfolio management tools.
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