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Dechra

HR Change Manager - Transformation

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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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