Change Manager - integration

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A University based in London is seeking a Change Manager - integration to start as soon as possible on an interesting 1 year fixed term contract basis - 3 days on site in London and you will be immediately available or at very short notice (no more than 1 month notice period) to start the role.

You will work as part of the Change team which is a central resource to help the university deliver change more effectively, creating a positive impact on the student and staff experience and will play a pivotal role in the successful integration of the university and another educational institution.

Examples of the type of work you will be involved with:

• Project and Change Management
• Process Improvement
• Strategic organisational change and design
• Consultancy, training, coaching and capability development

The Change Manager will be responsible for leading and delivering key change milestones in the post-merger integration plan. The role focuses on the people side of change in relation to changes to business processes, systems, technology, job roles, and organisational structures.

1. You will lead a range of change activities relating to the University's integration as the university works through all elements of review including, scoping; identification of potential opportunities; design of new ways of working, planning and implementation. Depending on the scope and size of the project to coordinate and / or project manage delivery.

1. To work closely with stakeholders across the University to ensure stakeholder requirements are captured; facilitate discussion around potential areas for improvement ensuring solutions support successful integration, demonstrate value for money and effectiveness for staff and students.
2. To work collaboratively with a wide range of stakeholders, building effective working relationships across City St George's to maximise employee engagement with integration activities.
3. Provide support and coaching for line managers to assess and redesign internal processes and ways of working. This involves understanding, influencing and coaching a range of colleagues at all levels.

1. Collaborate with Project Managers and Project and Business Analysts to integrate change management activities with business analysis activities and the overall integration plan.

1. To identify, analyse and interpret relevant data and management information data, to assist in demonstrating potential areas for improvement and measurable benefits.
2. Monitor, review and evaluate changes and ensure that outcomes and benefits are realised.

1. Present analysis and recommendations, both orally and in writing as required. Communicate both data driven, and conceptual information effectively to a variety of audiences, including the clear demonstration of outcomes and benefits.

Ideally you will have experience of change management with mergers / have worked in the higher education sector though this is not essential.

This is a busy and exciting role which will enable you to gain experience in an organisation going through a merger.

If interested, please apply today only if available at short notice.