Change Management Consultant

Medica • Minnetonka, MN

4d • Hybrid

About The Position

Medica is a nonprofit health plan with more than a million members that serves
communities in Minnesota, Nebraska, Wisconsin, Missouri, and beyond. We deliver
personalized health care experiences and partner closely with providers to
ensure members are genuinely cared for.

We're a team that owns our work with accountability, makes data-driven
decisions, embraces continuous learning, and celebrates collaboration — because
success is a team sport. It's our mission to be there in the moments that matter
most for our members and employees. Join us in creating a community of connected
care, where coordinated, quality service is the norm, and every member feels
valued.

We’re seeking a proactive, hands-on Change Consultant to support large-scale,
enterprise-wide transformation initiatives. This role is ideal for someone who
excels at building trust quickly, navigating ambiguity, and driving meaningful
change across teams and departments. You’ll execute structured change management
programs, partner with leaders and project teams, and bring clarity,
consistency, and accountability to complex, multi-year initiatives.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience in related field, plus 5 years of work experience beyond degree
• Someone who thrives on planning, executing, adjusting, and iterating with purpose
• A relationship-builder who can earn credibility quickly and partner effectively across diverse groups
• A balanced change practitioner who is both strategic and hands-on
• Strong communication, facilitation, and influence skills
• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to bring structure where needed
• Someone who wants to establish themselves and stay engaged through multi-year initiatives

Nice To Haves

• Use tools like Smartsheet dashboards, reporting, or analytics to visualize progress and support data-driven storytelling

Responsibilities

• Drive Change Across Strategic Initiatives
• Serve as a dedicated change consultant embedded in major transformation programs
• Lead change management activities including impact assessments, stakeholder analysis, readiness planning, and risk identification
• Develop and execute communication, training, and reinforcement strategies that support adoption and long-term sustainability
• Assess risks, diagnose barriers, and translate insights into actionable steps that move teams forward
• Partner closely with initiative leads, project managers, HRBPs, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment, momentum, and accountability
• Build Credibility, Influence, and Cross-Functional Alignment
• Establish strong, trusting relationships quickly—even with stakeholders new to structured change management
• Facilitate productive discussions, influence decision-making, and present with clarity and confidence to all levels
• Act as a generalist able to flex across business areas, projects, and operating styles
• Help teams understand the “why,” align on expectations, and stay accountable throughout multi-year programs
• Support Program Management and Insights
• Create repeatable approaches, structured processes, and practical playbooks that standardize change management work
• Track progress, identify gaps, and help teams stay organized and accountable
• (Preferred but not required) Use tools like Smartsheet dashboards, reporting, or analytics to visualize progress and support data-driven storytelling

Benefits

• competitive medical, dental, vision, PTO, Holidays, paid volunteer time off, 401K contributions, caregiver services and many other benefits to support our employees

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level