Organizational Change Management Lead - Basingstoke - ref. b99507615
Role Overview:
We are looking for an PROSCI certified Organisational Change Management Lead to support our global teams in navigating diverse change initiatives.
You will ensure that organisational projects and initiatives meet their objectives by increasing employee adoption and usage.
Your focus will be on the people side of change, including changes to business processes, systems, technology, job roles, and organizational structures.
You will have experience leading diverse change initiatives and supporting company strategic priorities in a global business environment.
You will report to the Global Organisational Development & Talent Management Director.
This position is offered as a hybrid set up in the UK, based in our Basingstoke office twice per week with the ability to travel to our other key locations in the US and UK.
You Will:
- Develop and Implement Change Management Strategies: You will create strategies to support the adoption of changes required by a project or initiative.
- Support Communication Efforts: You will design, develop, deliver, and manage key communications.
- Assess Change Impact: You will conduct impact analyses, assess change readiness, and identify key stakeholders.
- Support Training Efforts: You'll provide input, document requirements, and support the design and delivery of training programs.
- Manage Resistance: You'll develop plans to anticipate and minimize resistance from employees and stakeholders.
- Coach and Support Leaders: You will act as a coach for senior leaders and executives to help them fulfill their role as change sponsors.
- Collaborate with Project Teams: You'll work with project managers and teams to integrate change management activities into their project plans.
- You'll naturally uphold the Genus core values, mission and vision.
- You may take on other work responsibilities outside of normal business hours.
- You may perform other projects and responsibilities as assigned.
Requirements:
- Certification in change management with PROSCI is required.
- Change Management Expertise: Strong understanding of change management principles, methodologies, and tools.
- Communication Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Analytical Skills: Ability to conduct impact analyses and assess change readiness.
- Leadership and Coaching: Experience in coaching and supporting leaders and teams through change.
- Project Management: Ability to integrate change management activities into project plans. Ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously.
- Bachelor’s degree in communication, Marketing, Business Administration, Psychology or related field.
- 5+ Years of proven experience in large scale/transformational project change management
- Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced, global environment.
- Familiarity with digital communication tools and technologies.
- Authorized to work in the UK without sponsorship
Business Overview:
Genus is an agricultural biotechnology pioneer. We are a global FTSE 250 company, headquartered in the UK, and listed on the London Stock Exchange. Genus PLC has a presence in over 70 countries and a global workforce of over 3,000 employees and growing.We are a worldwide leader in porcine and bovine animal genetics, partnering with farmers to transform how we nourish the world – a mission that is important to a sustainable future.
Our vision is clear: Pioneering animal genetic improvement to sustainably nourish the world.
Our Values- Collaborate as One Team
- Create Value for Customers
- Innovate with Purpose
- Never stop improving
DEI
Genus is a place where you can be yourself and be part of a growing global team. We have a culture of respect, openness and fairness for all. Whatever your background, your role or your area of work, you will have the chance to thrive in an environment that inspires, challenges and supports you to succeed.
Benefits Overview:
- Performance related bonus
- 25 days holidays + Bank Holidays
- NFU Pension (7.5% employer contribution)
- Health Cash back scheme
- Employee Assistance Program
- Employee share plan
- Hybrid working 2 days in the office 3 days at home
- Flexible Working Policy (Where appropriate/practicable)
- Enhanced maternity leave 12 weeks at full pay followed by 4 weeks at 50% followed by SMP
- Comprehensive L&D program including career development programs, access to Genus University and Mango (languages)
Equal Employment Opportunities:
Genus is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with anti-discrimination law, it is the purpose of this policy to effectuate these principles and mandates. Genus prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type and affords equal employment opportunities to employees and applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.Genus conforms to the spirit as well as to the letter of all applicable laws and regulations.
Recruitment Fraud Warning:
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