Management Consultant, Change Management Specialist
Listed on 2026-01-19
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Business Analyst, Business Management, Corporate Strategy
Management Consultant, Change Management Specialist
Our consultancy is looking for a highly motivated and talented Change Management Specialist. We are looking for peak performers who have a passion for business, a joy in solving problems and a work ethic that doesn't rest until the job is done.
We seek a highly motivated Change Management Specialist to join our team and serve as the CM lead on key projects. This role will work closely with Project Managers, business leaders, and stakeholders to ensure smooth adoption of changes, drive user engagement, and mitigate resistance to organizational transformations. The position of Change Manager will be responsible for supporting multiple projects within FHLBC.
The ideal candidate will have 5-7 years of proven success managing change in complex environments, demonstrating the ability to lead and influence across the organization without direct authority. A strong understanding of change management methodologies is required.
This individual will not be responsible for project management but will focus solely on the people side of change—developing and executing change management strategies, communication plans, and training initiatives to support successful project implementation.
Key Responsibilities:- Design and implement comprehensive change management plans to support initiatives throughout the bank.
- Identify key stakeholder needs, concerns and expectations related to change initiatives
- Conduct impact analyses and recommend appropriate change interventions and engagement strategies.
- Design and implement comprehensive change management plans to support initiatives throughout the bank.
- Coordinate with communication teams to develop and execute communication plans, ensuring timely and effective stakeholder updates.
- Provide guidance and coaching to managers and supervisors, empowering them to drive successful change adoption.
- Monitor, assess, and report on the effectiveness of change management activities and change management framework, recommending adjustments as necessary.
- Proactively identify and address potential risks and resistance related to change efforts.
- Develop communication materials, training, and support resources as needed.
- Collaborate closely with project teams and affected stakeholders to ensure understanding of change impacts and alignment on change management activities.
- Strong written and presentation communicator with presence and impact
- Able to simplify complex ideas for broad audiences
- Adaptable and comfortable with ambiguity
- Self-motivated critical thinker who confidently asks questions and shares opinions
- Excellent at building relationships with diverse stakeholders
- Works independently and delivers high-quality results
- Prosci Change Management Certification or similar credential.
- Experience supporting Agile, Waterfall, and Hybrid delivery models.
- Understanding of enterprise-level project governance, RACI models, and compliance requirements.
- Prior experience working with FHLBanks or financial institutions.
- Familiarity with Service Now PPM or similar project portfolio management tools.
This position is hybrid and will require employee to be onsite in downtown Chicago 2-3 days a week. The position is full time and will include a base salary and full benefits, including health, dental, vision, life, disability, vacation, and 401(k) with company match.
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