Talent Acquisition Proposition Change Lead (12 Month FTC) - People & Places

Lloyd's; Leeds; On-site; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading banking group in the UK is looking for a Change Management Lead to spearhead the development and delivery of transformational strategies. This role requires excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills to ensure successful adoption across the organization. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in change management within HR or Talent Acquisition settings and a track record of simplifying complex messages. The position offers benefits like a generous pension, performance-related bonuses, and a commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

Benefits

Generous pension contribution of up to 15%

Annual performance-related bonus

Share schemes including free shares

Discounted shopping benefits

30 days' holiday plus bank holidays

Generous parental leave policies

Qualifications

• Proven experience in change management and communications within HR or Talent Acquisition environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, able to simplify complex concepts.
• Familiarity with project delivery methodologies (Agile/Waterfall).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute change management plans for Talent Acquisition initiatives.
• Create and deliver clear, engaging communications about transformation.
• Build strong relationships across business units and act as a trusted advisor.
• Gather feedback to refine change and communication approaches.

Skills

Change management

Stakeholder management

Written communication

Verbal communication

Project delivery methodologies

Decision-making

Job description

Lead the design and delivery of change and communication strategies within LBG about the Talent Acquisition Transformation we are on, aligned to a refreshed candidate, hiring manager and recruiter proposition and experience. Act as a key influencer and storyteller to embed change and engage stakeholders effectively, so that everyone is aware of the purpose and gets onboard with the change and understands our brand. Simplifying cultural shifts so everyone feels part of the change and supports its success.

Change Leadership

• Develop and execute change management plans for TA initiatives, including technology implementations and process redesign.
• Partner with senior stakeholders to identify impacts, mitigate risks, and drive adoption.
• Monitor and report on change readiness and effectiveness.

Communications Strategy

• Create and deliver clear, engaging communications that articulate the vision, benefits, and progress of TA transformation.
• Manage multi-channel communication plans (intranet, Prosper, events, LinkedIn, other digital platforms).
• Ensure messaging aligns with Group People strategy and employer brand.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Build strong relationships across People & Places, Talent Acquisition, and business units.
• Act as a trusted advisor on change and comms best practice for TA leaders and project teams.

Continuous Improvement

• Gather feedback and insights to refine change and comms approaches.
• Champion innovation and simplification in communication methods and tools.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in change management and communications within HR or Talent Acquisition environments.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with ability to simplify complex concepts.
• Familiarity with project delivery methodologies (Agile/Waterfall).
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, matrixed environment.
• Decision-making.

At Lloyds Banking Group, we're driven by a clear purpose; to help Britain prosper. Across the Group, our colleagues are focused on making a difference to customers, businesses and communities. With us you'll have a key role to play in shaping the financial services of the future, whilst the scale and reach of our Group means you'll have many opportunities to learn, grow and develop.

We keep your data safe. So, we'll only ever ask you to provide confidential or sensitive information once you have formally been invited along to an interview or accepted a verbal offer to join us which is when we run our background checks. We'll always explain what we need and why, with any request coming from a trusted Lloyds Banking Group person. We're focused on creating a values-led culture and are committed to building a workforce which reflects the diversity of the customers and communities we serve. Together we're building a truly inclusive workplace where all of our colleagues have the opportunity to make a real difference.

Benefits

• A generous pension contribution of up to 15%
• An annual performance-related bonus
• Share schemes including free shares
• Benefits you can adapt to your lifestyle, such as discounted shopping
• 30 days' holiday, with bank holidays on top
• A range of wellbeing initiatives and generous parental leave policies

About working for us

Our focus is to ensure we're inclusive every day, building an organisation that reflects modern society and celebrates diversity in all its forms. We're committed to creating a consciously inclusive workplace where our colleagues can be themselves, thrive and perform at their best. We were one of the first major organisations to set goals on diversity in senior roles, create a menopause health package, and a dedicated Working with Cancer Initiative. As an inclusive employer, we offer Workplace Adjustments for colleagues with a disability (which may include long-term health and neurodivergent conditions) where it is reasonable to do so. This could include flexibility with regards to office attendance, location, and working pattern. If you'd like an adjustment to the recruitment process just let us know. If you're excited by the thought of becoming part of our team, get in touch. We'd love to hear from you.