Manager - Change Management

Veran Performance; City of Westminster; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading transformation consultancy in the UK seeks a Change Management Consultant to manage organizational transformations. You will lead change strategies, facilitate workshops, and build strong client relationships. We're looking for experts familiar with structured methodologies like Prosci, who can balance strategic thinking with detailed execution. The role offers a hybrid work model and a supportive culture. Benefits include enhanced leave policies, insurance, and continuous learning opportunities.

Benefits

25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays

Enhanced Family Leave Policy

Pension Scheme

Flexible Working Policy

Health Insurance

Training support

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Familiarity with structured change methodologies like Prosci.
• Ability to manage senior client relationships confidently.
• Strategic mindset balancing detail and big-picture thinking.
• Collaborative leadership style that builds trust.
• Strong problem-solving skills with root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Manage organisations through each stage of transformation.
• Lead development of tailored change strategies.
• Facilitate senior stakeholder workshops and meetings.
• Oversee delivery of change activities ensuring quality.
• Support the growth of the Veran brand through collaboration.

Skills

Knowledge of Prosci or other structured change methodologies

Understanding of HR and Finance functions

Managing senior client relationships

Strategic mindset

Collaborative and transparent leadership

Strong problem-solving skills

Ability to tailor messages to different audiences

Job description

Location : Hybrid model (office and remote). Our teams are based across the UK. We welcome applications from talented individuals regardless of location, provided they can attend in-person meetings when needed. Some roles may require occasional travel to client sites.

About Veran Performance Veran Performance is a transformation consultancy that specialises in enhancing back-office functions to provide better service to business users, boosting organisational productivity, and ultimately benefiting customers. Each organisation's transformation journey is unique, often involving technology elements such as ERP, automation, service enablement, or AI. Veran Performance stands out by being technology-agnostic, enabling our consultants to support clients in exploring a wide range of technology options as they transform their overall service.

Responsibilities

• Using Veran's change toolkit-based on Prosci's Change Methodology e.g. ADKAR-to manage organisations through each stage of transformation, from planning through to delivery and optimisation
• Managing all aspects of organisational change from changes in culture, organisational structures / processes and the adoption of new tools and technology
• Leading the planning of the change workstream, aligning with programme objectives, statements of work, and client transformation goals
• Leading the development of change strategies and approaches, tailored to the client and their transformation goals
• Overseeing the delivery of change activities, ensuring consistency and quality and stakeholder engagement
• Building and maintaining strong stakeholder relationships to drive strategic clarity and consistency across transformation efforts
• Ensuring the desired benefits of change are clearly defined, measurable, and embedded through change action planning, communications, and training
• Facilitating senior stakeholder workshops and meetings, ensuring outcomes are clear, actions are tracked, and decisions are made
• Managing change governance structures, ensuring risks, decisions and progress are tracked and communicated effectively
• Acting as the first point of escalation for client-side challenges, navigating sensitive situations with confidence and professionalism
• Coaching leaders and managers to embed change management practices and serve as role models for desired cultural shifts
• Collaborating closely with Veran colleagues to ensure successful outcomes for both the client and our team
• Managing others with transparency and integrity, creating a culture of trust and accountability
• Supporting the development of team members through coaching, feedback, and performance conversations
• Contributing to resource planning, team development, and internal capability building across the change community
• Collaborating across Veran communities to support broader delivery needs and cross-community initiatives
• Supporting the growth of the Veran brand through collaboration, thought leadership, and knowledge sharing, We prioritise continuous learning and development, providing ample opportunities for professional advancement. With our supportive culture, exciting projects, and a dedicated team, Veran Performance is truly a rewarding place to build a fulfilling career. We value and empower every team member to make a meaningful impact.

Qualifications

• You are familiar with Prosci or other structured change methodologies
• You bring an understanding of HR and Finance functions
• You are confident managing senior client relationships and acting as a trusted escalation point
• You have a strategic mindset with the ability to balance detail and big-picture thinking
• You have a collaborative and transparent leadership style that builds trust
• You simplify complexity, tell compelling stories and inspire action
• You can tailor your message to different audiences, including senior stakeholders, both in writing and in person
• You’re comfortable working at speed, managing multiple priorities and teams to deliver high-quality outcomes
• You have strong problem-solving skills, with the ability to identify root causes and lead resolutions
• You seek opportunities to learn, apply new insights and support others to do the same

Benefits

• 25 days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Enhanced Family Leave Policy
• Pension Scheme
• Carers Leave Policy
• Flexible Working Policy
• Health Insurance
• Life Assurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Travel Insurance
• Season Ticket Loan
• Training support, including paid time off to complete courses or qualifications
• EAP (Employee Assistance Program) with eldercare advice, 24 / 7 Doctor Line, 24 / 7 advice and information line, plus exclusive discounts and rewards from hundreds of leading retailers