Senior Change Management Consultant

Placements24; Queenstown; Hybrid; NZD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary & bonuses

Health & retirement benefits

Generous annual leave

Professional development opportunities

Relocation assistance

Diverse change management challenges

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Change Management Consultant to drive organizational transformation in Queenstown and surrounding regions. You will lead change management workstreams, tailor plans for clients, and collaborate to ensure adoption of new processes and technologies.

The role requires deep knowledge of ADKAR/Kotter methods, excellent communication, and the ability to influence stakeholders at all levels. Relocation and travel flexibility are valued by the firm.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related field. Master’s degree preferred.
• 7+ years of experience in change management or organizational development.
• Proven experience leading change initiatives within organizations.
• Strong understanding of change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter’s 8-Step).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement change management strategies and plans.
• Assess impact on individuals, teams, and the organization.
• Design and execute communication plans to engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Develop training materials and deliver training sessions.
• Identify and manage potential resistance and mitigation strategies.
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and engagement to build buy-in.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate change activities into plans.
• Measure and report effectiveness of interventions.
• Provide coaching to leadership and employees during change.
• Contribute to the firm’s change management capabilities.

Skills

Communication

Facilitation

Interpersonal skills

Stakeholder engagement

Travel readiness

Education

Bachelor's degree in Organizational Psychology / Business Administration / HR

Master’s degree preferred

Tools

Change management tools

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a leading management consultancy, is seeking an experienced Senior Change Management Consultant to join their practice in Queenstown, Eastern Cape. This role is pivotal in assisting organizations navigate complex change initiatives, ensuring smooth transitions and successful adoption of new processes, technologies, or organizational structures. The ideal candidate will possess a deep understanding of change management principles, communication strategies, and stakeholder engagement. You will lead change management workstreams, develop tailored plans, and collaborate closely with clients to mitigate resistance and maximize the benefits of change. This is a rewarding opportunity to drive significant organizational transformation and foster positive change within the Queenstown community and surrounding regions.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies and plans.
• Assess the impact of change on individuals, teams, and the organization.
• Design and execute communication plans to effectively engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Develop training materials and deliver training sessions to support change adoption.
• Identify and manage potential resistance to change, developing mitigation strategies.
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and engagement to build buy-in and support.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate change management activities into overall project plans.
• Measure and report on the effectiveness of change management interventions.
• Provide coaching and support to leadership and employees throughout the change process.
• Contribute to the development of the firm’s change management capabilities and best practices.

Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Master’s degree preferred.
• A minimum of 7 years of experience in change management consulting, organizational development, or a related field.
• Proven experience in leading and managing change initiatives within organizations.
• Strong understanding of change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter’s 8-Step Process).
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and influence stakeholders at all levels.
• Experience working with clients in the Queenstown, Eastern Cape area or similar regional economies is beneficial.
• Ability to travel to client sites as required.
• Proficiency in change management tools and software.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonuses.
• Comprehensive health insurance and retirement savings benefits.
• Generous annual leave and professional development opportunities.
• Exposure to diverse change management challenges across industries.
• A collaborative and supportive work environment.
• Opportunity to drive meaningful organizational transformation.
• Regular team activities and company events.
• Access to leading change management resources and training.
• Potential for career growth within the firm.
• Relocation assistance for qualified candidates.