Change Manager

North Highland Consulting; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); Sur place; USD 129 000 - 203 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

North Highland is seeking a Contract Change Manager in Philadelphia to support its Life Sciences Practice on a 6-month assignment, with 2-3 days onsite per week. You will guide organizations through transformation, develop change strategies, engage stakeholders, manage risks, and deliver tailored training.

This role emphasizes practical, pragmatic approaches to realize vision and create lasting impact, focusing on sustaining capabilities and resilience across the organization.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in change management delivery roles.
• Formal change management certification (Prosci, APMG or similar).
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills at all levels.
• Ability to lead multiple workstreams independently.

Responsabilités

• Lead design and delivery of change management programs across multiple phases of organizational transformation.
• Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies to build buy-in at all levels of the organization.
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to align change initiatives with business objectives.
• Manage risks associated with organizational change and develop mitigation strategies.
• Design and deliver training programs tailored to the specific needs of different employee groups.
• Conduct impact assessments to identify areas of potential disruption and develop contingency plans.
• Monitor change adoption and adjust strategies based on feedback and performance metrics.
• Communicate the case for change clearly and consistently across the organization.
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, sponsors, and implementation teams.

Connaissances

Change management

Stakeholder engagement

Training delivery

Risk management

Program governance

Communication

Cross-functional collaboration

Description du poste

United States, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia

MAKE STRATEGY A REALITY | ACCELERATE YOUR GROWTH | CHOOSE YOUR PATH

As the world's leading change and transformation consultancy, we're helping businesses move from strategy to reality by taking a pragmatic and practical approach to build solutions that last.
We're seeking a Contract Change Manager in Philadelphia to support our Life Sciences Practice tohelp us take vision to value and create lasting impact. 6-month assignment, 2-3 days a week onsite.

SUMMARY:

As a Change Manager, you will guide organizations through significant transformation and disruption. You will develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies that minimize disruption to day-to-day operations while supporting employees through organizational change. You will partner with stakeholders at all levels to coordinate engagement activities, manage risks, and deliver tailored training programs. Through clear communication and cross-team collaboration, you will help organizations navigate complex transitions and become more capable, productive, and resilient.

YOU WILL:

• Lead the design and delivery of change management programs across multiple phases of organizational transformation
  
• Develop and implement stakeholder engagement strategies to build buy-in at all levels of the organization
  
• Coordinate cross-functional teams to align change initiatives with business objectives
  
• Manage risks associated with organizational change and develop mitigation strategies
  
• Design and deliver training programs tailored to the specific needs of different employee groups
  
• Conduct impact assessments to identify areas of potential disruption and develop contingency plans
  
• Monitor change adoption and adjust strategies based on feedback and performance metrics
  
• Communicate the case for change clearly and consistently across the organization
  
• Build and maintain relationships with key stakeholders, sponsors, and implementation teams
  

IDEALLY, WE'D LIKE:

• At least 5 years of experience in change management delivery roles.
  
• A proven track record of successfully delivering large-scale transformation programs
  
• A formal change management certification (such as Prosci, APMG or a similar recognized qualification)
  
• Strong understanding of change management methodologies and frameworks
  
• Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills at all organizational levels
  
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple workstreams simultaneously
  
• Experience in delivering training and coaching to diverse audiences
  
• Demonstrated ability to influence and persuade without direct authority
  
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities
  
• Resilience, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm during periods of uncertainty
  
• Collaborative approach with a genuine commitment to supporting others through change
  

We strive to offer competitive compensation and benefits while maintaining flexibility for both the employee and North Highland. Total Rewards associated with this position include a basic benefits package for temporary employees and paid time off (PTO).
Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States, without the need for visa sponsorship by North Highland. Work visa sponsorship will not be provided, either now or in the future, for this position. This is a temporary employee (W2) opportunity.
North Highland is an equal opportunity employer, and we adhere to all applicable laws and regulations to ensure a fair and equitable workplace. All qualified applicants will receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, sex, gender identity, religion, national origin, age, sexual orientation, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We handle all information in accordance with local privacy standards and maintain strict confidentiality.