A Central Government organisation is on an ambitious journey of transformation, involving large-scale change. They are seeking a People Change Consultant to create and establish plans for this change, engaging and influencing stakeholders at all levels to achieve our transformation ambitions on a fixed term basis of 12 months.
Day to Day of the role:
- Provide highly specialist change management expertise, advice, guidance, and challenge within large and transformational programmes of work.
- Work collaboratively with specialist teams and the wider organisation to influence and shape change initiatives and programmes.
- Drive the right change outcomes across various transformation programmes to maximise business benefit, minimise resistance, and effectively embed change.
- Make recommendations and take ownership for interventions and activities that ensure people are ready for change and can effectively handle resistance.
- Manage complex conversations and influence at all levels, embedding a relational and people-centred approach to change.
- Deliver practical and impactful change solutions, leveraging innovative thinking to lead change initiatives effectively.
- Support the creation and implementation of change management strategies, including stakeholder engagement, communications, and training.
- Analyse and manage the organisation-wide change landscape, ensuring effective prioritisation and management of change.
- Evaluate the impact of change initiatives, measuring key performance indicators and providing recommendations for continuous improvement.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Educated to degree level (RFQ Level 6) or equivalent by experience; CIPD or Change Management qualification desirable.
- Demonstrable knowledge of leading change and practical experience of applying project and programme management approaches.
- Expert knowledge in Change Management frameworks, methodologies, and toolkits – including Prosci and ADKAR.
- Knowledge and experience of organisational development theories in complex environments or transformation programmes.
- Excellent communication and influencing skills, able to engage with diverse audiences and manage multiple stakeholder expectations.
- Experience in managing change programmes and projects, developing business cases, and creating mitigation plans.
Benefits:
- Competitive salary range of £47,621 to £56,025 per annum.
- Opportunity to be part of a significant transformation journey.
- Access to professional development and continuous learning.
- Involvement in a community of practice to share best practices and ensure a cohesive approach to change.