HR Change Manager - 2 Year

at Dechra Pharmaceuticals PLC UK Skilled Worker Employer  
Pharmaceutical Manufacturing
About the job

We are seeking an experienced and engaging HR Change Manager to lead the people-related change activity required to support organisational transformation. This role will work closely with HR, business and project stakeholders to plan and deliver effective change programmes. Key Responsibilities

  • Lead the people change and adoption activities for HR transformation programmes and organisational change initiatives.
  • Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies, plans and communication approaches.
  • Assess the impact of proposed changes on employees, teams, processes, systems and organisational structures.
  • Work with project teams and senior stakeholders to define change objectives, milestones, dependencies and measures of success.
  • Engage with HR and business leaders to understand concerns, build commitment and support effective decision-making.
  • Develop clear and engaging communications, including briefings, presentations, newsletters, FAQs and implementation updates.
  • Plan and coordinate training, learning and support activities to enable successful adoption of new processes and systems.
  • Identify potential risks, resistance and barriers to change, and develop appropriate mitigation and engagement plans.
  • Facilitate workshops, stakeholder sessions and change impact assessments across different areas of the organisation.
  • Work with project managers, HR subject matter experts and technology teams to ensure change activity is integrated with programme delivery.
  • Monitor adoption, readiness and business impacts, using feedback and data to improve change implementation.
  • Maintain accurate change documentation, reporting, action logs and governance materials.
  • Support the embedding and continuous improvement of new HR processes, systems and ways of working after implementation. Skills and Experience
  • Significant experience in change management, transformation, organisational development or a related HR project role.
  • Experience leading people change activity within HR transformation, digital transformation or business change programmes.
  • Strong understanding of change management principles, methodologies and best practice.
  • Experience developing change impact assessments, stakeholder engagement plans, communications and training programmes.
  • Excellent stakeholder management skills, with the ability to influence and build effective relationships at all levels.
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to present complex information clearly.
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities, work to deadlines and coordinate activity across complex transformation programmes.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to use data and feedback to assess change readiness and adoption.
  • Experience working collaboratively with HR, technology, project management and business teams.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office, particularly PowerPoint, Excel and Teams.
  • Experience with HR information systems, digital HR platforms or enterprise technology implementations is desirable.
  • Formal change management, project management or organisational development qualifications are desirable. What We Offer
  • A collaborative and inclusive working environment focused on meaningful transformation.
  • Opportunities to lead high-profile HR change and business transformation initiatives.
  • Professional development, training and support for continued career growth.
  • Competitive salary and benefits package. If you are an experienced HR change professional with a structured approach, strong stakeholder management skills and a passion for enabling successful transformation, we would welcome your application.

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