Organisation and People Change Manager - #2186349

Barden is delighted to partner with a global organisation as they look to hire a Change Manager for the final phase of a major finance transformation. This is a nine month contract in Leeds focused entirely on the people side of the change.

You will help finance teams through a period of real change, from handing over knowledge to adopting new ways of working. The plans are in place, so you will step in to deliver, working closely with the change lead and the wider programme.

“We need someone who can stand their own ground and bring people with us through a difficult period. Our aim is to give everyone affected the best possible experience.” - Business Change Lead

ABOUT THE ROLE

• Lead the training and knowledge transfer plans for your workstreams.
• Help people through the change, and build trust with those who are unsure or resistant.
• Support teams moving to a new, more standardised way of working.
• Work with senior stakeholders and teams on the ground.
• Track adoption, risks, and issues, and step in where support is needed.
• Join a small change team with real influence on how the programme lands.

ABOUT THE PERSON

• Experience of delivering people-side change from start to finish on large, complex programmes.
• Background in operating model, organisation design, or new ways of working.
• Confident running workshops and working with senior stakeholders.
• Prosci, ADKAR, or a similar method, ideally certified.
• Finance experience is helpful but not essential.
• Down to earth and direct, with the confidence to stand your ground.

OTHER DETAILS

• Location: Leeds with flexible office days.
• Nine month fixed term contract, full time.
• Benefits apply for the full contract, including health insurance and pension.
• Performance bonus, pro-rated and paid at the end of the contract.

Interested? Please apply through the link or contact Jane Olden ([email protected]) for a confidential conversation.