Change Manager, EMEA - 9-month FTC ( Maternity cover)

We are seeking an experienced and decisive Change Manager to join our organisation on 9 month fixed-term contract . This is an excellent opportunity to lead transformational change initiatives across our EMEA region, driving organisational alignment and ensuring successful adoption of strategic programmes. The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional stakeholder management capabilities, coupled with a visionary approach to change leadership and a proven ability to motivate teams through periods of organisational transition.
Develop and execute comprehensive change management strategies aligned with organisational objectives across the EMEA region
Lead stakeholder engagement activities, identifying key influencers and managing resistance to change through collaborative dialogue
Design and deliver change communication plans and training sessions, ensuring consistent messaging and building change capability across multiple countries and business units
Conduct thorough change impact assessments and create detailed transition plans for complex organisational initiatives
Coach and mentor project teams and business leaders on change management best practices, collaborating with cross-functional teams including HR, IT, Operations, and senior leadership
Monitor change adoption metrics, analyse programme effectiveness, and adjust strategies based on real-time feedback
Provide executive reporting on change programme progress, risks, and mitigation strategies
**Required:**
Proven experience in change management roles within complex, multi-country environments
Demonstrated expertise in change management methodologies such as ADKAR, or similar frameworks
Strong stakeholder engagement and influence skills, with ability to manage resistance and build coalitions
Excellent communication and presentation abilities, with experience presenting to senior leadership
Proficiency in programme and project management principles
Experience conducting change impact assessments and developing transition roadmaps
People management skills with proven ability to coach and develop teams
Knowledge of EMEA region or experience managing multi-country change initiatives
Organised approach to managing complex, concurrent workstreams
**Desirable:**
Formal certification in change management (APMG, Prosci, or equivalent)
Experience leading large-scale organisational transformations
Familiarity with change management software and modelling tools
Background in organisational development or human resources
Experience across multiple industry sectors
Coaching or mentoring qualifications

Employment type
Full-time

Work arrangement
Hybrid