Management Consultant - Change Management & Organisational Design

Placements24; Stellenbosch; Hybrid; ZAR 1,000,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Hybrid work model

Professional development opportunities

Work with a respected consultancy

People-centric culture

Supportive team environment

Diversity of transformation projects

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a Management Consultant specializing in Change Management and Organisational Design in Paarl, Western Cape. The role supports clients through transformative initiatives with a hybrid on-site and remote work pattern, focusing on people, processes, and structures to enable sustainable change.

The ideal candidate will drive organizational design changes, implement new strategies, and foster a culture of continuous improvement and employee engagement across client

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in change management, organizational development, or consulting.
• Proven track record leading and implementing change initiatives in complex organizations.
• Strong understanding of organizational design principles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in change management tools and frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Process).
• Ability to analyze organizational structures and diagnose areas for improvement.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and on-site duties effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and rapport with clients.

Responsibilities

• Assess organizational readiness for change and identify potential risks and barriers.
• Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies and plans.
• Design and reconfigure organizational structures, roles, and responsibilities to align with strategic objectives.
• Develop communication strategies to engage stakeholders and build buy-in for change initiatives.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on change management principles and practices.
• Assess and develop talent strategies to support organizational transformation.
• Monitor the progress of change initiatives and provide ongoing support and adjustments.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate change management into broader transformation efforts.
• Advise clients on best practices in organizational design and change leadership.

Skills

Communication

Facilitation

Stakeholder management

Change management

Organizational design

Hybrid work experience

Education

Master's degree in Organizational Psychology

Master's degree in Business Administration

Master's degree in Human Resources

Tools

ADKAR

Kotter's 8-Step Process

Job description

About the Role

Our client, a premier management consultancy, is looking for a dedicated Management Consultant specializing in Change Management and Organisational Design. This role, based in Paarl, Western Cape, is essential for guiding organizations through periods of significant transformation, ensuring smooth transitions and effective adoption of new structures and processes. The position utilizes a hybrid work model, balancing the benefits of remote work with the necessity of on-site client interaction and team collaboration. The ideal candidate will possess a strong understanding of human capital dynamics, organizational behavior, and the methodologies required to manage complex change initiatives. You will partner with clients to redesign their organizational structures, implement new strategies, and foster a culture of continuous improvement, driving sustainable success and employee engagement.

Key Responsibilities

• Assess organizational readiness for change and identify potential risks and barriers.
• Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies and plans.
• Design and reconfigure organizational structures, roles, and responsibilities to align with strategic objectives.
• Develop communication strategies to engage stakeholders and build buy-in for change initiatives.
• Facilitate workshops and training sessions on change management principles and practices.
• Assess and develop talent strategies to support organizational transformation.
• Monitor the progress of change initiatives and provide ongoing support and adjustments.
• Collaborate with project teams to integrate change management into broader transformation efforts.
• Advise clients on best practices in organizational design and change leadership.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business Administration, Human Resources, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in change management, organizational development, or consulting.
• Proven track record in successfully leading and implementing change initiatives in complex organizations.
• Strong understanding of organizational design principles and methodologies.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in change management tools and frameworks (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter's 8-Step Process).
• Ability to analyze organizational structures and diagnose areas for improvement.
• Experience working in a hybrid environment, balancing remote and on-site duties effectively.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to build trust and rapport with clients.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Hybrid work arrangement promoting work-life balance and collaboration.
• Exposure to diverse organizational challenges and transformation projects.
• Opportunities for professional development and certifications in change management.
• Work within a respected consultancy known for its people-centric approach.
• Supportive team culture focused on shared success and learning.
• Chance to make a tangible impact on client organizations' effectiveness and employee experience.