Change Project Manager (Technical)

Cats; Chelwood Common; Hybrid; GBP 44,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

26 days leave

Pension and life assurance

Health and wellbeing support

Flexible working

Learning and development

Salary Finance

Eye care vouchers

Employee support

Job summary

Cats is hiring a Change Project Manager (Technical) to lead technology and change initiatives across the organisation. Two roles exist—one supporting Technical Operations in IT, the other supporting Technical Programmes in Change and PMO.

You will manage plans, risks and governance, and drive adoption with cross-functional teams while reporting to stakeholders. The role offers remote working with a 18-month fixed-term contract, 26 days leave plus holidays, pension and wellbeing support.

Qualifications

• Proven experience delivering complex technology, change or transformation projects.
• Strong project management skills with the ability to manage plans, risks, budgets and competing priorities.
• Proven experience managing the people impact and adoption of technology change.
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills with the confidence to influence at all levels.
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and building effective collaborative relationships.
• Proactive, organised and adaptable with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• A passion for delivering successful outcomes and driving continuous improvement.

Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of technology and change projects, ensuring successful outcomes are achieved on time and within budget
• Manage project plans, risks, issues, dependencies and governance, providing clear stakeholder reporting
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, partners and suppliers to align project delivery with organisational priorities
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to drive collaboration, accountability and effective project execution
• Lead stakeholder engagement and change management activities, including communications, training and adoption
• Track project progress, manage challenges and identify opportunities to improve delivery and outcomes

Skills

Project management

Change management

Stakeholder management

Cross-functional teamwork

Risk management

Budget control

Communication

Job description

Team: Change and PMO, IT

Location: Remote

Work pattern: Monday-Friday, 35 hours per week

Salary: Up to £49,149.84 per year

Contract: 18-month fixed-term contract

We are the UK’s largest cat welfare charity. All over the country, our passionate employees, volunteers and supporters are using their kindness and expertise to make life better for millions of cats and the people who care for them.

We have an exciting opportunity to join our team as a Change Project Manager, with two positions available. Both roles play a key part in leading and delivering successful change initiatives across the organisation, with one role supporting Technical Operations, within the IT Team and the other supporting Technical Programmes, within the Change and PMO team.

Responsibilities of the Change Project Manager (Technical):

• Lead the delivery of technology and change projects, ensuring successful outcomes are achieved on time and within budget
• Manage project plans, risks, issues, dependencies and governance, providing clear stakeholder reporting
• Build strong relationships with colleagues, partners and suppliers to align project delivery with organisational priorities
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to drive collaboration, accountability and effective project execution
• Lead stakeholder engagement and change management activities, including communications, - training and adoption
• Track project progress, manage challenges and identify opportunities to improve delivery and outcomes

What we’re looking for in our Change Project Manager (Technical):

• Proven experience delivering complex technology, change or transformation projects
• Strong project management skills, with the ability to manage plans, risks, budgets and competing priorities
• Proven experience managing the people impact and adoption of technology change
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills, with the confidence to influence at all levels
• Experience leading cross-functional teams and building effective collaborative relationships
• Proactive, organised and adaptable, with strong problem-solving and decision-making skills
• A passion for delivering successful outcomes and driving continuous improvement

What we can offer you:

• 26 days’ annual leave plus bank holidays, increasing with service
• A competitive contributory pension scheme and life assurance for peace of mind
• Health and wellbeing support to help you stay well while working remotely
• Flexible working options to support a healthy work–life balance
• Ongoing learning and development to help you build your skills and grow your career
• Financial wellbeing support, including access to Salary Finance
• Additional support such as eye care vouchers and confidential employee advice services
• Access to discounted pet insurance to help care for your pet’s health

Learn more about our full reward package here

Application closing date: 11th November 2026

Virtual interview date: w/c 7th December 2026

If successful, your recruitment journey will include:

1. Anonymised application form and CV
2. Video screening
3. Virtual interview

Please note, the process may change slightly dependent on application numbers. We will inform you of any relevant changes.

Please email [e-mail] if you require any adjustments to be made for you to complete your application or to participate in the recruitment journey.