Change Management Strategist - 2026-93

emergiTEL Inc.; Calgary; Hybrid; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Part time

Job summary

emergiTEL is seeking a Change Management Strategist to support a financial client. This contract role runs for 12 months with a potential extension and offers a remote-friendly Calgary base.

The successful candidate will architect and execute change strategies, assess risk and readiness, and collaborate across functions to drive adoption and measurable business results.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a related field preferred.
• At least one industry-standard change management certification preferred.
• Strong communication and leadership skills.

Responsibilities

• Architect and execute comprehensive change strategies spanning client engagement and internal readiness.
• Evaluate change complexity, identify stakeholders, mitigate risks, and advise on readiness metrics.
• Partner with enterprise experts and leadership to tailor recommendations.
• Articulate overarching business goals and the case for change.
• Enable sponsorship with strategies and tools for effective execution.
• Develop transition-to-ownership plans and sustainment for business results.
• Master change tools and templates for consistent delivery.
• Drive a culture of learning and feedback.

Skills

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Strategic Planning

Leadership

Data-Driven

Education

Bachelor's degree in Management/related field

Tools

Prosci Methodology

Job description

emergiTEL is hiring Change Management Strategist for a financial client
Job Type - Contract - 12 months with possible extension
Location: - Calgary, AB - 100% remote position
Job Description

CoreAccountabilities:

• ChangeStrategyExecution:Architectandexecutecomprehensivechangestrategiesencompassingbothclientengagementandinternalteammemberreadiness.
• Risk,Impact&ReadinessAssessment:Evaluatechangecomplexity,identifyimpactedstakeholders,mitigaterisks,andadviseonreadinessmetricstoensuresuccessfulgo-lives.
• Cross-FunctionalConsultation:Partnerwithadiversearrayofenterpriseexpertsandleadershiptonavigatepersonneldynamics,identifyclientneeds,andformulatetailoredrecommendations.
• OrganizationalAlignment:Clearlyarticulateoverarchingbusinessgoalsandthecaseforchange.
• SponsorshipEnablement:Equipstakeholderswiththestrategiesandtoolsnecessarytoexecutetheirsponsorshipplanseffectively.
• Transition&SustainmentPlanning:Developrobusttransition-to-business-ownershipplanswithkeystakeholders,supportingthesustainmentofchangestohelprealizebusinessresults.
• TechnicalProficiency:Masternecessarychangetoolsandtechnologies,leveragingChangePracticeframeworkandtemplatesforconsistentdelivery.
• ContinuousGrowth&Learning:Driveacultureofdevelopmentbyactivelysharinginsights,embracingiterativelearning,andengaginginconstructivefeedback

Accreditation:

• Bachelor's degree in Management, Communications, Learning, Organizational Behavior, or a related field preferred.
• At least one certification in an industry-standard change methodology (e.g., CCMP, Prosci) is preferred.

Top Skills: Core Technical Skills:

• Enterprise Strategy & Alignment: Ability to see the big picture, connecting project goals to the overarching enterprise vision while utilizing the agility to adapt methodologies to evolving business requirements.
• Technical Translation: Expert at assessing and articulating the human impact of complex Enterprise-wide implementations.
• Client Obsession: A fundamental commitment to prioritizing the client experience in all strategic initiatives.
• Data-Driven Problem Solving: Able to analyze data, discern core objectives, and develop novel solutions for unprecedented organizational challenges.

Interpersonal and Leadership Skills:

• 360-Degree Influence & Executive Presence: Ability to interpret data, navigate personnel dynamics, and secure buy-in across all organizational levels, effectively directing cross-functional teams toward a unified plan.
• Strategic Storytelling & Communication: Exceptional capability to articulate a compelling vision, tailoring style and language to diverse audiences to foster a deep connection to project success.
• Facilitation & Conflict Resolution: Advanced skills in guiding complex discussions, actively listening to behavioral cues, and unifying competing interests to forge cohesive strategies.
• Feedback Receptivity: Effectiveness in navigating difficult conversations and utilizing feedback to achieve optimal outcomes

Use of Artificial Intelligence

No artificial intelligence (AI) is used in the screening, assessment, or selection of candidates. All applications are reviewed by our recruitment team.

Equal Opportunity

emergiTEL is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive workplace. We welcome applications from all qualified individuals regardless of background, and our hiring process is based solely on skills, experience, and qualifications relevant to the role.