Global Transformation Change Management Lead

Role Profile: PEX Change Management & Transformation Director

Reports to: Global PEX Transformation VP

Work Level : 3X

Job Summary:

We are looking for a dynamic and experienced change management professional to join our global transformation team as a global transformation change management lead. This role will play a critical role in supporting the delivery of our global transformation programmes and projects by ensuring effective planning, execution, and adoption of changes across the organization. You will work closely with cross-functional teams, senior leaders, and employees at all levels to ensure successful implementation of new ways of working, processes, systems, and tools. Your expertise in designing and implementing impactful change strategies will help us achieve our business objectives while minimizing disruption and maximizing value creation.

Job Responsibilities:

1. Develop and implement comprehensive change management plans for large-scale organizational transformations, including communication strategies, training programs, stakeholder engagement initiatives, and post-implementation support.
2. Collaborate with project managers, business leaders, and other key stakeholders to identify potential risks and develop mitigation strategies to address resistance to change and ensure smooth transitions.
3. Conduct thorough assessments of organizational readiness for change and provide recommendations on how to increase preparedness and build resilience within the organization.
4. Design and facilitate interactive workshops and sessions to educate and prepare employees for upcoming changes, using a variety of formats such as webinars, town halls, focus groups, and one-on-one meetings.
5. Create and maintain detailed documentation related to change initiatives, including project timelines, status updates, communication materials, and training resources.
6. Provide guidance and coaching to change agents and other key stakeholders on how to effectively communicate and manage the human side of change.
7. Measure the success of change efforts through surveys, feedback mechanisms, and other evaluation methods to determine the effectiveness of change strategies and identify areas for improvement.
8. Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in change management and apply them to improve the efficiency and outcomes of organizational transformations.
9. Manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
10. Contribute to the development and refinement of change management methodologies and approaches based on lessons learned and industry benchmarks.

Job Qualifications

Essential:

• Experienced Director with diverse experience in HR/PEX
• Senior exec level stakeholder management
• Proven track record of delivering successful organizational transformations and managing complex change initiatives.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, and ability to tailor messages to different audiences.
• Strong interpersonal skills and emotional intelligence to effectively interact with individuals at all levels of the organization.
• Ability to analyze data, identify patterns, and make evidence-based decisions.
• Highly organized and able to handle multiple projects simultaneously while meeting tight deadlines.
• Adaptable and flexible in a rapidly changing environment.
• Proficient in project management software and collaboration tools.
• Knowledge of organizational development principles and adult learning theories.
• Experience with project management certification (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).

Desirable:

• Experience with agile methodologies and digital transformation projects.
• Familiarity with organizational culture assessment tools and frameworks.
• Understanding of the use of technology in change management.
• Knowledge of employee engagement and motivation techniques.

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What We Offer

Whilst the role is advertised on a full-time basis, we would be happy to discuss possible flexible working options and what this may look like for you. We strive to achieve a family-friendly and inclusive workplace and to, above all, create possibilities for all.

Diversity at Unilever is about inclusion, embracing differences, creating possibilities and growing together for better business performance. We embrace diversity in our workforce. This means giving full and fair consideration to all applicants and continuing development of all employees regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, race, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, marriage and civil partnership, and pregnancy and maternity. We are also more than happy to provide reasonable adjustments during our application and interview process to enable you to be present your best self. To find out more, including about our Employee Resource Groups, please click here Equity, Diversity & Inclusion (unilever.com)

Location

In June 2020 we announced our plan to consolidate a number of Unilever’s offices across the South East of England into a new Unilever campus in Kingston-upon-Thames in or around early 2025. However, on the 08 August 2024 we announced to our existing staff our proposal to retain our central Head Office in London, 100 Victoria Embankment (“100VE”) until our lease expires in 2027. As a result of this new proposal, we will be consulting with our existing staff, and new joiners who join during this period of consultation at 100VE, on the proposal made in August 2024. During consultation we will clarify the future location of each team and function. This means your role will either be based in 100VE until 2027 or in Kingston-Upon-Thames from early 2025. As we are yet to commence consultation on the proposal you agree, until such a time when consultation has concluded, your normal place of work as set out in the enclosed Statement of Terms & Conditions will be 100VE. You agree that on the conclusion of the consultation your place of work will be 100VE or 100VE until early 2025 and then Kingston-upon-Thames ("the locations") and you will be notified of which of the locations will be your place of work after that consultation ends.

Relocation to the UK

Please be aware if you are applying for this role from outside the UK, if successful, your application will be treated as a self-initiated Change Location Outside of Country (CLOC) transfer. This means any relocation costs must be self-funded with the potential to reclaim some specific pre-approved expenses up to £5,000. Please speak to your Talent Partner if you have any questions.