People Change Manager

JR United Kingdom; Reading; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the UK seeks a People Change Manager to support the delivery of complex HR projects. The role involves leading smaller projects, collaborating with HR, and ensuring compliance with legal standards. Candidates should have substantial HR change management experience and be adept at engaging with stakeholders, particularly during transitional phases.

Qualifications

• Extensive HR change management experience essential.
• Experience managing HR projects and engaging with stakeholders.
• Proven ability to navigate workplace negotiations with Trade Unions.

Responsibilities

• Lead and support large HR projects ensuring timely delivery.
• Collaborate with HR for effective change rollouts.
• Provide expert HR advice during projects.

Skills

Employment Law/Policy

Change Management

Stakeholder Engagement

Process Design

Research and Recommendation of HR Solutions

Education

CIPD Qualification

Job description

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• Occasional local travel to offsite meetings

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1. Experience of Employment Law/Policy and implementing contractual change

2. Experience managing transformational change through line managers

3. Experience developing tools and templates, and acting as SME in organisational change

• Experience of Employment Law/Policy

• Experience managing transformational change through line managers

• Experience creating tools and templates

• Managing change through others

• Experience disseminating materials effectively

• Experience designing and implementing processes with line managers/employees

• Suitable for HR Business Partners, Employee Relations specialists, or policy experts

• TUPE experience would be advantageous

• CIPD qualification is preferred but not essential

Red Flags:

• Must have HR change management experience, NOT business change

People Change Manager

Support delivery of large or complex HR projects and lead smaller, less complex projects.

Key Accountabilities:

Ensure HR projects are delivered on time and within budget, leading smaller projects as appropriate.

Collaborate with HR to facilitate smooth change rollouts.

Research and recommend HR solutions aligned with the people plan.

Ensure HR initiatives comply with legal and regulatory standards to support improvements and change momentum.

Build stakeholder relationships to understand and incorporate the impact of changes, providing managers with necessary tools and information.

Maintain high standards in environment, safety, health, security, and quality, and foster team collaboration.

Key Responsibilities:

Provide expert advice and guidance on HR projects.

Act as the escalation point within your area of expertise.

Engage regularly with the business during projects, escalating concerns as needed.

Participate in negotiations with Trade Unions and build relationships with TU representatives.

Support project tracking and risk management.

Stay updated on legal changes and adapt services accordingly.

Represent the organisation externally when appropriate.