Change Manager (Life Sciences - Regulated Environment)

North Highland; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 92,000 - 129,000; Full time

Job summary

North Highland is seeking a Change Manager to drive transformational initiatives within a highly regulated environment. You will lead complex change programmes, ensuring compliant transitions while engaging stakeholders and shaping how the organisation evolves.

Role requires 1–3 days onsite in London under an umbrella PAYE contract, with potential extension into 2027. You will collaborate with senior leadership to align change objectives with business goals.

Qualifications

• Extensive experience leading large-scale change programmes in regulated industries.
• Proven ability to develop change strategies and stakeholder plans.
• Strong track record of enabling governance and compliance in life sciences/pharma contexts.
• Experience coaching teams through organisational transitions and changes.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee change initiatives from concept to implementation.
• Develop comprehensive change strategies and stakeholder communications.
• Manage relationships and address resistance with transparent communication.
• Ensure activities comply with regulatory and governance frameworks.
• Monitor progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation.
• Coach teams through transitions and capture lessons learned.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to align change with business goals.

Skills

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Regulatory compliance

Strategic planning

Project leadership

Communication

Influencing/negotiation

Risk management

Organisational change

Job description

MAKE STRATEGY A REALITY | ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH | CHOOSE YOUR PATH

As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last.

We're seeking a Change Manager to help us take vision to value and create lasting impact for our Managed Services Life Science client.

Please note, this is an initial PAYE Umbrella contract until the end of the year with a view to extend into 2027 and will require 1-3 days working onsite in London.

SUMMARY

As a Change Manager, you will drive transformational initiatives within a highly regulated environment. In this role, you will lead complex organisational change programmes, ensuring seamless transitions while maintaining compliance and stakeholder engagement. Your expertise in change management and communication will be instrumental in shaping how our organisation evolves and adapts to new challenges.

YOU WILL:

• Lead and oversee change management initiatives from conception through to successful implementation
• Develop comprehensive change strategies and communication plans that engage stakeholders at all levels
• Manage stakeholder relationships and address resistance to change through transparent and empathetic communication
• Ensure all change activities comply with regulatory requirements and organisational governance frameworks
• Monitor change progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies
• Coach and support teams through periods of organisational transition
• Document and share lessons learned to build organisational change capability
• Work collaboratively with senior leadership to align change objectives with business goals

IDEALLY, WE'LD LIKE:

• Extensive experience managing large-scale change programmes in regulated industries, ideally in life sciences or pharma
• Demonstrated expertise in change communication and stakeholder engagement at senior levels
• Strong understanding of regulatory compliance requirements within pharmaceuticals or similar sectors
• Track record of successfully leading change initiatives in complex, matrix-based organisations
• Advanced project management and strategic planning capabilities
• Exceptional interpersonal and influencing skills
• Ability to think strategically whilst executing tactically
• Values-driven approach with strong commitment to ethical business practices

Applicants must be authorized to work in the United Kingdom, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position. This is a temporary employee (PAYE) opportunity working via an Umbrella company.

North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

We handle all information in accordance local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.