Principal Consultant - Change Management

Placements24; Sandton; Hybrid; ZAR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Executive bonus opportunities

Health insurance

Retirement planning

Professional growth opportunities

Specialized training

Job summary

Placements24 is seeking a seasoned Principal Consultant in Change Management in Sandton. You will guide large transformations, drive employee adoption, and shape organizational culture through comprehensive programs and strategic stakeholder engagement.

The role requires a Master's in a related field and 10+ years of senior experience, with expertise in ADKAR/Kotter methodologies and executive-level facilitation. A leadership posture is essential for client success.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in change management consulting or a senior internal change leadership role.
• Proven expertise in various change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter).
• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging at executive levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple complex change initiatives simultaneously.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated change management strategies for complex organizational transformations.
• Conduct change readiness assessments and stakeholder analyses to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Design and implement effective communication plans, training programs, and support mechanisms for impacted employees.
• Facilitate workshops and coaching sessions for leadership and employee groups to drive adoption and buy-in.
• Measure the impact of change initiatives and provide ongoing recommendations for optimization.

Skills

Change management leadership

Stakeholder management

Facilitation

Executive engagement

Communication planning

Training program design

Workshop facilitation

Measurement & analytics

Education

Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business, or related field

Job description

Our client seeks a seasoned Principal Consultant specializing in Change Management to join their practice in Sandton . This critical role focuses on guiding organizations through significant transformations, ensuring smooth transitions, and maximizing employee adoption of new strategies, processes, or technologies. You will be responsible for designing and implementing comprehensive change management programs, stakeholder engagement strategies, and communication plans. This is a leadership position offering the opportunity to shape organizational culture and drive successful change initiatives for prominent clients.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and execute integrated change management strategies for complex organizational transformations.
• Conduct change readiness assessments and stakeholder analyses to identify potential risks and opportunities.
• Design and implement effective communication plans, training programs, and support mechanisms for impacted employees.
• Facilitate workshops and coaching sessions for leadership and employee groups to drive adoption and buy-in.
• Measure the impact of change initiatives and provide ongoing recommendations for optimization.

Requirements

• Master's degree in Organizational Psychology, Business, or a related field.
• 10+ years of experience in change management consulting or a senior internal change leadership role.
• Proven expertise in various change management methodologies (e.g., ADKAR, Kotter).
• Strong facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills, with experience engaging at executive levels.
• Demonstrated ability to lead teams and manage multiple complex change initiatives simultaneously.

Benefits

• Executive compensation package with substantial bonus opportunities.
• Significant leadership role with direct impact on client success.
• Continuous opportunities for professional growth and specialized training.
• Collaborative and intellectually stimulating work environment.
• Comprehensive benefits including top-tier health insurance and retirement planning.