Business Change Manager

Free-Work UK; London; Hybrid; GBP 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a highly experienced Business Change Manager to lead transformative change initiatives. This role focuses on enhancing Cloud technology, Infrastructure, and Data capabilities, ensuring the successful adoption of a new Target Operating Model across the organization. The ideal candidate will engage with senior executives, develop comprehensive change management strategies, and foster stakeholder engagement. This position offers a dynamic work environment where your expertise will drive significant technological advancements and improve operational efficiencies. If you are passionate about leading change and making an impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Business Change Manager in large-scale IT transformations.
• Experience working with CXO-level stakeholders to develop Target Operating Models.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement change management strategies aligned with Cloud and Infrastructure.
• Collaborate with senior executives to shape future-state Target Operating Models.

Skills

Change Management Methodologies

Stakeholder Engagement

Analytical Skills

Project Management Tools

Azure Cloud Services

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business Administration

Professional Certification (e.g., Prosci)

Tools

Project Management Software

Job description

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About The Role

We are seeking a highly experienced Business Change Manager to lead change management activities critical for enhancing the client's Cloud technology, Infrastructure, and Data capabilities. This role ensures the successful adoption of a new Target Operating Model (TOM) across the Technology organization, focusing on Cloud, Infrastructure, and Data transformation.

The ideal candidate will possess exceptional change management expertise, experience engaging CXO-level stakeholders, shaping future-state TOMs, and delivering successful large-scale technology transformations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Change Management Strategy: Develop and implement a comprehensive change management strategy aligned with the Cloud, Infrastructure, and Data TOMs to support the overall Technology transformation.
2. CXO Engagement and TOM Development: Collaborate with senior executives (CIO, CTO, CDO, etc.) to define and shape future-state Target Operating Models for Cloud, Infrastructure, and Data domains.
3. Stakeholder Management: Identify, analyze, and manage stakeholder groups at all levels, fostering strong relationships to promote engagement and adoption.
4. Impact Assessment: Conduct impact and gap assessments on business units, processes, and teams affected by the new operating model.
5. Change Planning and Execution: Develop detailed change plans for various business areas, including actions, ownership, timelines, and success metrics.
6. Communication and Engagement: Create and deliver clear communications to diverse audiences to ensure transparency and alignment.
7. Training and Enablement: Work with training teams to design and deliver learning programs for new Cloud and Data platforms.
8. Resistance Management: Identify resistance proactively and develop strategies to mitigate risks to adoption.
9. Monitoring and Reporting: Define KPIs, track adoption metrics, and report progress, risks, and opportunities to senior leadership.
10. Continuous Improvement: Promote a culture of feedback, learning, and ongoing enhancement of change programs.

Qualifications and Skills

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Management, IT, or related field; professional certification (e.g., Prosci) preferred.
• Proven experience as a Business Change Manager in large-scale IT transformations.
• Experience working with CXO-level stakeholders to develop Target Operating Models for Cloud, Infrastructure, and Data.
• Experience with Cloud platforms, especially Azure, is highly desirable.
• Experience in Financial Services or regulated environments is an advantage.

Skills

• Expertise in change management methodologies and tools.
• Ability to craft and implement detailed change and communication plans.
• Strong analytical skills for impact assessments and data insights.
• Stakeholder engagement skills, especially at executive levels.
• Proficiency with project management tools.
• Knowledge of Azure Cloud services and related technologies.
• Personal attributes include leadership, emotional intelligence, resilience, collaboration, adaptability, and results orientation.

Additional Information

• Location: Central London, with at least 40% on-site presence.
• Travel: Minimal, as needed.
• Security Clearance: Candidates with or previously holding high-level security clearance are encouraged to apply. Clearance process can take up to 10 weeks.