Change Management Manager

JR United Kingdom; Cheltenham; Hybrid; GBP 70,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm in the UK seeks a Change Management Lead to spearhead their Change & Transformation function. This pivotal role requires a proven leader who is experienced in driving complex, people-focused change initiatives and has a strong consultancy background. You will work with senior stakeholders to design effective change strategies, ensuring successful delivery and alignment with business outcomes.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of leading complex, people-centred change.
• Experience designing and implementing Target Operating Models (TOMs).
• Managed and developed a team of Change professionals.

Responsibilities

• Take strategic ownership of enterprise-wide change initiatives.
• Design change strategies embedded into transformation programmes.
• Ensure adoption, engagement, and cultural alignment.

Skills

Consultancy experience

Stakeholder management

Strategic thinking

Change frameworks knowledge

Team leadership

Job description

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Transition Partners are working with a fantastic client who are expanding their internal Change & Transformation function.

They’re now searching for an experienced and driven Change Management Lead to join the business on a permanent basis.

Location: Hybrid – Remote with 2 days per month onsite in Nottingham

Salary: Up to £85,000

Working Pattern: Flexible / Hybrid

Consultancy experience is a MUST

• Do you have a proven track record of leading complex, people-centred change?
• Have you designed and implemented Target Operating Models (TOMs)?
• Are you an experienced leader who can manage and develop a team of Change professionals?

As a Change Management Lead, you’ll take strategic ownership of enterprise-wide change initiatives while heading up a growing team of Change Managers. This role is central to ensuring that the people-side of change is prioritised, with adoption, engagement, and cultural alignment at the heart of delivery.

You’ll work closely with senior stakeholders across the business to design change strategies that are embedded into transformation programmes, ensuring they land effectively and deliver tangible results.

Key Skills & Experience:

Consultancy background – this is essential

Proven experience designing and implementing Target Operating Models (TOMs)

Previous line management experience, leading and mentoring a team of Change professionals

Deep understanding of change frameworks such as Prosci, ADKAR, and Kotter

Strong strategic thinking and the ability to translate change goals into action

Skilled in stakeholder management and able to influence at C-suite level

Confident in developing engagement strategies, internal communications, and feedback loops

Commercially minded, outcome-driven, and passionate about continuous improvement

If you’re ready to take ownership of a high-impact Change function within a collaborative and forward-thinking environment, this is a fantastic opportunity to step into a true leadership role and shape the way change is delivered across the business.

Interested? Let’s talk!

Due to the volume of responses we receive, we may not be able to respond to every applicant. If your profile is a strong match, we’ll be in touch to discuss next steps.

We’ll process your CV and personal information to assess your suitability for the role. If we wish to consider you further, we’ll retain your information securely and may contact you about other relevant opportunities.