People & Culture Change Lead

Catalyst Support

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Job summary

As the people and culture change lead you will place a pivotal role in driving transformational change within the charity, aligning change initiatives with their strategic goals.

Main duties of the job

Location Woking / Hybrid

The role will involve leading the change management lifecycle, from planning and stakeholder engagement to implementation as well as culture change. You will utilise your expertise in change management methodologies and strategic thinking to facilitate smooth transitions for the workforce during times of change.

If you are passionate about driving change and want to make a positive impact within the charity your expertise can help to shape a resilient and engaged workforce.

About us

We are a non-profit organisation working with people to support their health and wellbeing. Established for over 30 years, we have provided services alongside a variety of statutory and voluntary, community and social enterprise (VCSE) colleagues in Surrey and its boarders. We believe change is achievable when offered by a flexible, respectful, inclusive and a non-judgemental approach.

Date posted

06 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£35,500 to £39,220 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

B0580-24-0039

Job locations

Moorcroft Centre for the Community

Old School Place

Woking

GU22 9PB


Job description

Job responsibilities

End-to-End Change Management:

  • Lead on change management, ensuring effective delivery of any change and supporting culture change.
  • Conduct Change Impact Assessment and develop strategies to support stakeholder engagement.

Manage any TUPE transfers and related processes.

Strategic Change Planning and Alignment:

Collaborate with senior leaders to align change initiatives with the organisation's strategic roadmap.

Stakeholder Management and Engagement:

  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to gain buy-in and address needs throughout the change lifecycle.

Serve as a trusted advisor on HR change matters, providing expert advice and guidance to the wider P&C team, SLT, and colleagues.

Change Communication and Reporting:

  • Create and implement comprehensive communication plans to keep stakeholders informed about change progress and impacts.

Prepare and present regular reports on change status and performance to internal stakeholders.

Organisational Compliance and Risk Mitigation:

  • Develop policies, procedures, toolkits, and training related to change management.

Ensure compliance with organisational policies and relevant regulations while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.

Continuous Improvement and Change Optimization:

  • Conduct post-implementation reviews to identify lessons learned and refine future change management approaches.

Promote leading practices in change management within the HR team to foster a culture of agility and continuous learning.

Job description

Job responsibilities

End-to-End Change Management:

  • Lead on change management, ensuring effective delivery of any change and supporting culture change.
  • Conduct Change Impact Assessment and develop strategies to support stakeholder engagement.

Manage any TUPE transfers and related processes.

Strategic Change Planning and Alignment:

Collaborate with senior leaders to align change initiatives with the organisation's strategic roadmap.

Stakeholder Management and Engagement:

  • Develop and maintain relationships with key stakeholders to gain buy-in and address needs throughout the change lifecycle.

Serve as a trusted advisor on HR change matters, providing expert advice and guidance to the wider P&C team, SLT, and colleagues.

Change Communication and Reporting:

  • Create and implement comprehensive communication plans to keep stakeholders informed about change progress and impacts.

Prepare and present regular reports on change status and performance to internal stakeholders.

Organisational Compliance and Risk Mitigation:

  • Develop policies, procedures, toolkits, and training related to change management.

Ensure compliance with organisational policies and relevant regulations while proactively identifying and mitigating risks.

Continuous Improvement and Change Optimization:

  • Conduct post-implementation reviews to identify lessons learned and refine future change management approaches.

Promote leading practices in change management within the HR team to foster a culture of agility and continuous learning.

Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • CIPD level 5 or 7 or equivalent qualification or experience
  • Experience managing change initiatives with a track record of delivering results
  • Experience with TUPE process
  • Ability to design and deliver change communication plans as well as develop training programs to support employees through transition
  • Understanding of project management principles, including planning, risk management and stakeholder engagement to manage timelines

Qualifications

Essential

  • CIPD Level 5/7 in Human Resources (or equivalent qualification or experience)

Desirable

  • Project management certification/qualification (desirable not essential)
  • Professional certification/qualification in Change Management (desirable not essential)
Person Specification

Experience

Essential

  • CIPD level 5 or 7 or equivalent qualification or experience
  • Experience managing change initiatives with a track record of delivering results
  • Experience with TUPE process
  • Ability to design and deliver change communication plans as well as develop training programs to support employees through transition
  • Understanding of project management principles, including planning, risk management and stakeholder engagement to manage timelines

Qualifications

Essential

  • CIPD Level 5/7 in Human Resources (or equivalent qualification or experience)

Desirable

  • Project management certification/qualification (desirable not essential)
  • Professional certification/qualification in Change Management (desirable not essential)

Disclosure and Barring Service Check

This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.

Employer details

Employer name

Catalyst Support

Address

Moorcroft Centre for the Community

Old School Place

Woking

GU22 9PB


Employer's website

https://www.catalystsupport.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

Employer details

Employer name

Catalyst Support

Address

Moorcroft Centre for the Community

Old School Place

Woking

GU22 9PB


Employer's website

https://www.catalystsupport.org.uk/ (Opens in a new tab)

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Date posted

06 November 2024

Pay scheme

Other

Salary

£35,500 to £39,220 a year

Contract

Fixed term

Duration

12 months

Working pattern

Full-time, Flexible working

Reference number

B0580-24-0039

Job locations

Moorcroft Centre for the Community

Old School Place

Woking

GU22 9PB


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