Senior Management Consultant - Change Management

Placements24; Redmond (WA); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 73,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive remuneration package

Medical and retirement contributions

Advanced training and professionalCert

Stimulating work environment

Hybrid work model offering flexibility

Exposure to diverse industries

Generous leave provisions

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Senior Management Consultant specializing in Change Management in Welkom, Free State, with a hybrid work arrangement combining remote flexibility and in-office collaboration.

You will guide organizations through transitions, develop change strategies, engage stakeholders at all levels, and mitigate resistance to ensure long-term success and alignment with business objectives.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, HR, or related field.
• Minimum 6 years in change management consulting or similar internal role.
• Proven experience delivering large-scale change initiatives.
• Expertise in ADKAR or Lewin's Model and stakeholder engagement.
• Excellent facilitation and communication skills; ability to influence.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement change management strategies tailored to client needs.
• Conduct readiness assessments and identify adoption barriers.
• Develop and execute stakeholder communication plans.
• Facilitate workshops and training to build change capacity.
• Develop KPIs to measure change initiative effectiveness.
• Coach client leaders and project teams on best practices.
• Analyze organizational culture to inform interventions.
• Manage resistance through proactive engagement and problem-solving.
• Contribute to development of the client's change management practice.

Skills

Change management

ADKAR

Lewin's Change Model

Stakeholder engagement

Facilitation

Communication

Influence without authority

Hybrid work navigation

Education

Master's degree in Organizational Psychology

Master's degree in Business Administration

Master's degree in Human Resources

Tools

Change management software

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a prominent management consultancy, is seeking a skilled Senior Management Consultant with a specialization in Change Management. This role is based in Welkom, Free State, and offers a hybrid working arrangement, blending remote flexibility with in-office collaboration. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in guiding organizations through periods of significant transition, ensuring smooth adoption of new strategies, technologies, and processes. You will be responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive change management strategies, engaging stakeholders at all levels, and mitigating resistance. This is an opportunity to leverage your expertise to drive positive and sustainable organizational change. The role requires a deep understanding of human behavior during change, excellent communication skills, and the ability to build trust and influence outcomes. You will work closely with client leadership to align change initiatives with business objectives and ensure long-term success. This position is vital in helping clients navigate complex organizational shifts and achieve their strategic goals effectively and efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement effective change management strategies tailored to client needs.
• Conduct change readiness assessments and identify potential risks and barriers to adoption.
• Develop and execute communication plans to engage diverse stakeholder groups.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions to build capacity for change within client organizations.
• Develop and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the effectiveness of change initiatives.
• Coach and advise client leaders and project teams on change management best practices.
• Analyze organizational culture and dynamics to inform change interventions.
• Manage resistance to change through proactive engagement and problem-solving.
• Contribute to the development of our client's change management practice.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• A minimum of 6 years of experience in change management consulting or a related internal role.
• Proven experience in developing and executing successful large-scale change initiatives.
• Strong understanding of change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Lewin's Model).
• Excellent facilitation, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Demonstrated ability to analyze complex organizational issues and develop practical solutions.
• Experience in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote and in-office work effectively.
• Ability to influence without direct authority and build strong working relationships.
• Proficiency in relevant change management software and tools.

Benefits

• Competitive remuneration package.
• Access to a comprehensive benefits plan including medical and retirement contributions.
• Opportunities for advanced training and professional certifications in change management.
• A stimulating work environment that encourages innovation and continuous improvement.
• Hybrid work model offering flexibility and work-life balance.
• Exposure to a wide range of industries and challenging projects.
• Generous leave provisions.