Leadership Development: Operations and Change Management Lead

EY; Raleigh (NC); Hybrid; USD 134,000 - 259,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as the Operations and Change Management Lead in Leadership Development. This role involves overseeing leadership projects, managing change initiatives, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance leadership culture. With a focus on strategic development, you will drive innovative solutions and ensure program effectiveness. Enjoy a hybrid work environment and competitive salary while shaping the future of leadership at EY.

Benefits

Flexible Work Environments

Comprehensive Benefits

Flexible Vacation Policies

Paid Holidays

Qualifications

• 10+ years of professional experience, with at least 5 in leadership development.
• Proven success in creating and executing leadership strategies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of leadership development projects.
• Lead change management initiatives and stakeholder communication.
• Manage resources, including budgets and vendor coordination.

Skills

Stakeholder Relationship Skills

Problem Solving

Project Management

Change Management

Communication

Leadership

Team Motivation

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in a Related Discipline

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Leadership Development: Operations and Change Management Lead

Location: Anywhere in Country

At EY, we’re committed to shaping your future with confidence. Join us to succeed in a globally connected, diverse environment and help build a better working world.

Leadership Development is crucial at EY. Our function focuses on building visionary leaders by igniting individual potential, fostering a strong leadership culture, and aligning initiatives with business goals. The team integrates learning programs, assessments, coaching, and mentoring to meet these objectives.

The Opportunity

As the Leadership Development: Operations and Change Management Lead, you will collaborate with stakeholders including Leadership Development Leads, EY Global, US Talent teams, and business leaders. Your role involves developing program and project management strategies, ensuring consistent messaging, and driving change initiatives to promote adoption of leadership programs. You will support team leads in strengthening EY’s leadership culture and deploying innovative development solutions that evolve over time.

Your Key Responsibilities

• Oversee planning, execution, and delivery of leadership development projects, ensuring timely completion within scope and budget.
• Support development of materials and project delivery across the leadership development team.
• Lead change management initiatives, including stakeholder communication, training, and support for smooth transitions.
• Ensure programs are adaptable to change and effectively implemented within timelines.
• Engage stakeholders to gather requirements, manage expectations, and align project goals.
• Identify risks and implement mitigation strategies.
• Establish metrics and measurement programs for program effectiveness and project success.
• Manage resources, including team assignments, budgets, vendor coordination, and resource allocation.
• Develop and execute communication plans to keep stakeholders informed.
• Support the development of leadership language and holistic offerings.
• Align leadership initiatives with organizational goals and employee aspirations.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to assess impact and identify improvement opportunities.
• Lead and develop the Leadership Development operations team and coordinate with L&D operations.
• Work across global teams and time zones, with some travel and flexible hours.

Skills and Attributes for Success

• Strong stakeholder relationship skills to understand development needs and develop plans.
• Experience with strategic recommendations and problem-solving.
• Proactive problem anticipation and root cause analysis.
• Decision-making aligned with business objectives and needs analysis.
• Creative thinking to develop strategies and leverage resources.
• Effective project and change management techniques.
• Leadership, adaptability, and team motivation skills.
• People management with a focus on culture and values.
• Capability to manage complex projects and initiatives.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and influencing skills.
• Deep understanding of leadership and talent development strategies.
• Proficiency in MS Office, especially PowerPoint, Excel, Teams, and data storytelling.
• Teamwork and leadership qualities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in a related discipline.
• 10+ years of professional experience, with at least 5 in leadership development.
• Proven success in creating and executing leadership strategies with measurable results.
• Ability to influence and collaborate with senior stakeholders.

What We Offer

We provide future-focused skills development, flexible work environments, and a diverse, inclusive culture. Compensation includes a competitive salary range ($134,200 to $258,300, with higher ranges in certain locations), comprehensive benefits, and flexible vacation policies. Most roles are hybrid, with expectations for in-person collaboration 40-60% of the time. We support your well-being with paid holidays, breaks, and leave options.

Ready to shape your future with confidence? Apply today. EY accepts applications on an ongoing basis. For California residents, additional information is available.

EY upholds high ethical standards and promotes diversity and inclusion. We are committed to providing accommodations for individuals with disabilities and veterans.