2027 Change Management Lead Role (Hybrid)

Nimble Consulting • Hybrid role 30% in person e.g. Oakland or San Ramon, CA

1d • Hybrid

About The Position

Nimble Consulting is a specialized management consulting firm focused on digital transformation, helping clients design, deliver, and sustain transformational change. With expertise in both Organizational and Digital Transformation, the firm leans heavily towards technology and innovation, with demonstrated success in garnering support and driving adoption of change across various end users. They are a Bay Area boutique firm known for people and change, seeking technology-forward Change Practitioners, Training leads, and other functional leads proficient in tools like Mural & Miro, JIRA, Mentimeter, and the Microsoft Suite.

This role is for a dynamic and experienced Change Management Lead to join the team. In this hybrid role, the individual will play a pivotal part in driving change initiatives and ensuring successful adoption across the organization. Expertise in change management will be crucial in guiding teams through transformation and fostering a culture of adaptability.

Requirements

• Proven experience as a Change Management Lead or similar role, preferably in a dynamic and fast-paced environment.
• Minimum 8 years of experience as a Change Lead, 3 of which serving as an external contractor
• Change management experience with large-scale ERP/technology rollouts.
• Able to use remote access and client tools effectively within the first few weeks (Citrix, VPN)
• Application of change management principles, methodologies, and tools across represented (union) coworkers.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and engage stakeholders at all levels.
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a hybrid work environment, balancing remote and in-office presence.
• Must be able to provide 2 different client references as a Change Lead as part of the interview process

Nice To Haves

• Preference to Utility sector experience.
• Certifications in change management (e.g., Prosci, CCMP) are highly desirable.
• A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, or related field is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct organizational assessments as needed
• Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies and plans for various projects and initiatives.
• Collaborate with project managers and stakeholders to integrate change management activities into project plans.
• Conduct impact analyses, assess change readiness, and identify key stakeholders.
• Design and deliver training programs to equip employees with the tools and skills needed to navigate changes.
• Facilitate communications and transparent dialogue among teams to ensure smooth transitions.
• Recommend adoption metrics based on the change impact analyses and ways to measure effectively
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change management strategies, adjusting plans as necessary to achieve desired outcomes.
• Provide coaching and support to leaders and managers to help reinforce the impact of change initiatives.
• Quickly understand Nimble and client team scopes and progress.
• Support leaders in identifying and connecting technology users for workshops by function and process touchpoints.
• Help to connect the dots between users of the technologies by business function, and process touch points.
• Develop and implement change management strategies for new processes and technologies.
• Create concise communications, presentations, surveys, and updates for stakeholders and leadership.
• Update SharePoint, use digital collaboration tools, and manage tasks in JIRA and Mentimeter.
• Co-facilitate workshops, introducing innovation as needed.
• Design and Deliver Roadshows or “summits” on key changes to come
• Establish, track, and report change metrics to leadership.
• Conduct surveys, monitor meetings, and manage change management metrics.
• Coach and support leaders to guide their teams through change.

Benefits

• A collaborative and inclusive work environment that values employee well-being and a team-based environment.
• Opportunities to lead impactful projects that drive meaningful organizational change.
• Competitive rates and a supportive company (you are not a lone wolf)
• Continuous learning opportunities to support your professional journey.

What This Job Offers

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