HR Change Manager

Job Description:

Interim HR Change Manager & Interim Senior HR Change Manager
(2 VACANCIES )
£35,608 - £50,000
Hybrid working
8:30am – 5:00pm
6-month fixed-term contract

SF Recruitment are supporting an education provider at a crucial stage in its transformation journey. With extensive structural and efficiency changes underway, they seek experienced HR Change professionals to lead a high-profile transformation programme.

This role is ideal for someone who thrives in complex environments and is passionate about shaping organisational change.

You will take ownership of a business-wide change agenda, leading both strategy and execution.

The senior role will manage a small HR team consisting of an HR change Manager and an HR Administrator, you will ensure change initiatives are delivered effectively, compliantly, and with pace.

• Lead end-to-end restructuring and organisational design projects
• Develop and implement change and workforce transformation strategies
• Identify and deliver cost-efficiency initiatives, including redeployment, voluntary redundancy, and structural realignment
• Act as a trusted advisor to senior leadership throughout change cycles
• Oversee consultation processes, ensuring full compliance with employment law
• Drive accountability, manage timelines, and deliver measurable outcomes across the programme
• Support and coach managers through complex people changes

This is a highly visible role with significant stakeholder engagement, requiring a strong leadership presence and the ability to influence at senior levels.

We are seeking a confident change specialist who demonstrates:

• Proven experience delivering large-scale restructures and workforce change programmes
• A strong background in cost-reduction or operational efficiency initiatives
• Experience working within large, matrixed, or complex organisations
• The ability to balance strategic insight with hands-on delivery
• Excellent stakeholder management and influencing skills
• Resilience and confidence in fast-paced environments
• CIPD Level 7 qualification

If you are an HR Change professional who enjoys driving transformation and making a tangible impact, this role represents an excellent opportunity to advance your career.