Change Management Specialist

Randstad Delivery; Peterborough; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading recruitment firm is seeking a dynamic Change Management Specialist in Peterborough for a 12-month contract. In this role, you will assist in implementing complex organisational change initiatives to drive business results. The ideal candidate will have a strategic mindset, effective communication skills, and a degree or equivalent experience. This position offers an hourly pay of up to £26, with a standard work week from Monday to Friday.

Responsibilities

• Conduct needs analysis and impact assessments for implementing change.
• Provide consultation and recommendations to manage organisational change.
• Influence and lead people to adopt change initiatives for business results.
• Carry out organisational change programs and ensure timely execution of plans.

Skills

Organisational Change Management

Data Gathering & Analysis

Conflict Management

Dealing with Disorder

Influencing

Relationship Management

Communicating for Impact

Planning and Organising

Education

Degree or equivalent experience

Job description

Overview

Change is inevitable, but positive transformation requires a skilled guide. Are you adept at navigating teams through complex transitions and driving business results? We are seeking a dynamic Change Management Specialist to join our team in Peterborough for a 12-month contract. In this role, you will be crucial in assisting with the implementation of complex organisational change initiatives, helping the organisation achieve greater performance.

Location

Peterborough

Contract

12 months (could be extended further)

Pay

Up to £26 per hour

Hours

Monday to Thursday 08:30 - 16:45, Friday 08:30 - 16:15

Travel

Could be potential to travel within the UK, sometimes European travel. 10-15% maximum.

Responsibilities

• Conducting needs analysis and impact assessments to determine the most effective approach for implementing change.
• Providing consultation and recommendations to stakeholders to effectively manage organisational change.
• Influencing and leading people to adopt the organisation's change initiatives to attain business results.
• Carrying out organisational change programs and activities, ensuring the consistent and timely execution of change implementation plans.

Ideal Candidate

A strategic thinker and a natural collaborator with a desired background of a degree or equivalent experience. You possess the following skills:

• Organisational Change Management: Knowledge of techniques to successfully effect change and the ability to manage a smooth transition from the current to the desired environment.
• Data Gathering & Analysis: You have a basic understanding of data gathering tools and techniques and can collect and synthesise data from various stakeholders and sources.
• Conflict Management: You possess a working knowledge of managing conflicts, using active listening and facilitating reconciliation to deal effectively with potential issues.
• Dealing with Disorder: You can comfortably adapt in the face of volatility, uncertainty, complexity, and ambiguity. You can carry out tasks without complete information and shift gears as new information becomes available.
• Influencing: You understand the key concepts of influencing and have the ability to impact decisions.
• Relationship Management: You know how to establish and maintain healthy working relationships with peers and clients, providing prompt responses and working to resolve major problems.
• Communicating for Impact: You have a working knowledge of effective listening and communicating, allowing you to adapt your message for different audiences and provide persuasive, well-reasoned arguments.
• Planning and Organising: You are skilled in planning and arranging tasks, breaking them into manageable steps, and monitoring progress continuously.

Randstad Business Support is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy.