Manager, Change Management & Communications (Contract)

Overview

We are seeking a Manager, Change Management & Communications for a contract role to support a large-scale business transformation initiative within a fast-paced enterprise environment. This is an execution-focused role ideal for a hands-on change management practitioner who can turn plans into action. You will support the development and execution of change management activities, communications, stakeholder engagement, and project plans to drive successful adoption of business and technology changes. This position is not a strategy or organizational design role; it requires effective execution of change management plans, development of high-quality communications and presentations, stakeholder coordination, and deliverable management.

Role Details:

• Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred)
• Duration: Approximately 3–4 months, with potential for extension
• Hours: Full-time contract (40 hours/week)
• Time Zone: Must be available during U.S. Eastern business hours

Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute change management plans supporting business transformation initiatives.
• Create and maintain stakeholder engagement, communications, and adoption plans.
• Develop change-related deliverables, including presentations, stakeholder updates, leadership communications, end-user resources, FAQs, toolkits, and supporting materials.
• Prepare executive-ready PowerPoint presentations and communications for leadership and project stakeholders.
• Coordinate communication review, approval, and feedback processes across multiple stakeholder groups.
• Support stakeholder engagement, readiness, adoption, and feedback activities throughout the project lifecycle.
• Maintain change management project plans, schedules, trackers, and related documentation.
• Coordinate and support webinars, workshops, stakeholder meetings, and other change-related activities.
• Partner closely with project teams, business stakeholders, and leadership to ensure change activities align with project objectives and timelines.
• Monitor progress, identify risks or gaps, and adjust plans as project needs evolve.
• Leverage Microsoft Copilot and other productivity tools to accelerate content development and administrative tasks.

Requirements:

Qualifications:

• 4–6+ years of experience in organizational change management, change communications, change enablement, or related transformation roles.
• Experience developing and executing change management plans within a corporate environment.
• Experience creating communications, presentations, stakeholder engagement materials, and other change-related deliverables.
• Strong PowerPoint skills with the ability to create polished, executive-facing presentations.
• Experience supporting stakeholder engagement, readiness, adoption, and communications activities.
• Experience developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, trackers, and related documentation.
• Excellent written communication, editing, and content development skills.
• Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously.
• Experience using Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar AI-enabled productivity tools is preferred.

Ideal Candidate:

• A practical, execution-oriented change management professional who understands corporate change dynamics and can contribute quickly within an established framework.
• Proficient in developing communications, building presentations, managing plans, coordinating stakeholders, and producing high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight.
• Thrives in fast-paced environments, demonstrates sound judgment, and is comfortable navigating ambiguity while maintaining momentum.

Success Factors:

• Efficient and highly organized.
• Resilient in fast-moving environments.
• Strong judgment and decision-making skills.
• Excellent collaborator and team player.
• Comfortable balancing multiple priorities and deadlines.
• Able to move seamlessly between planning and execution.