Change Manager (Public Sector)

MCS Group; Armagh; Hybrid; GBP 53,000 - 61,000; Full time

Job summary

A large public sector organisation is seeking a Change Manager to lead strategic initiatives and drive operational improvement. The successful candidate will develop change plans, assess readiness, and manage risks while promoting a culture of empowerment. A relevant qualification and significant experience in a business change role at management level are essential. This position offers a salary of £53-61k per annum and hybrid working options.

Benefits

37 days annual leave

Flexible working opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in developing and delivering large scale change plans.
• Proven project management experience.
• Relevant professional experience in a business change role at management level.

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic change delivery and implement a business change management plan.
• Assess and build change readiness through stakeholder engagement and training.
• Coordinate across workstreams to align policies and operational plans.
• Ensure governance and risk management of change initiatives.
• Communicate effectively with stakeholders to build trust.
• Manage staff performance and promote team morale.
• Uphold ethical standards and support legal obligations.

Skills

Project Management

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Business Analysis

Education

Relevant Professional Qualification

Job description

We're recruiting on behalf of a large public sector organisation in their search for a Change Manager.

An exciting opportunity to contribute to meaningful transformation within a respected public sector setting, leading strategic change initiatives that drive operational improvement and service excellence.

The role:

• Lead Strategic Change Delivery
  Develop and implement a business change management plan aligned with programme objectives, defining and communicating the desired future state.
• Assess and Build Change Readiness
  Analyse current change maturity, assess impact, and deliver readiness activities including stakeholder engagement, training, and change reinforcement.
• Coordinate Across Workstreams
  Collaborate with programme teams and subject matter experts to align policies, procedures, and operational plans that support effective transformation.
• Ensure Governance and Risk Management
  Set up controls for tracking progress, manage change-related risks, and ensure compliance with governance frameworks and statutory duties.
• Communicate and Engage Effectively
  Lead stakeholder communications, address concerns, and work closely with staff, users, and representative bodies to build engagement and trust.
• Lead and Support People Development
  Manage staff performance, promote a culture of empowerment and inclusion, and support continuous learning and team morale.
• Promote Professionalism and Responsibility
  Uphold ethical standards, support environmental and legal obligations, and foster transparency, accountability, and good record-keeping.

The Person

As the successful candidate you will have the following background and experience:

Essential:

• Relevant professional qualification and experience in a business change role at management level.
• Experience in developing and delivering large scale change plans to enhance capability during major organisational change.
• Proven project management experience.

What's in it for you?:

• Salary: £53-61k per annum.
• 37 days annual leave.
• Hybrid working.
• Flexible working opportunities.

To speak in absolute confidence about this opportunity please send an up to date CV via the link provided or contact Meghan Hamilton, Senior Recruitment Consultant on 02896935508 or on email at [e-mail].

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