Change Management Consultant

Change Management Consultant

Hybrid – Local to Chicago / Part-time role (20 hrs./week)

Lake Shore Associates (LSA) seeks a Change Management (CM) Consultant adept in spearheading global change management initiatives spanning diverse capabilities to expedite transformative endeavors. We prioritize candidates boasting a robust track record in crafting and executing change management using the Prosci and ADKAR framework. You will Identify impacts, develop personas, and build a plan from the current to the future state.

The Skills You Bring

· Manage and implement core CM activities (change planning, stakeholder engagement, change impact, organizational readiness, process documentation, communications, and training materials).

· Facilitate change management tasks and the creation of deliverables.

· Assess the impact of change on organizations, using assessments of awareness, performance, and readiness for change.

· Align key organizational stakeholders to the change.

· Partner with organizational leadership, communication, learning, and business support teams with integrated change management activities for all target audiences.

· Identify potential resistance areas of the affected audiences and create mitigation plans and activities to reduce project risks.

· Prepare comprehensive change and transition plans.

· Define and measure success metrics and monitor change progress.

The Expertise You Have

· A minimum of three years’ experience in Change Management consulting is necessary.

· Experience managing change on a global scale, working across business entities in multiple countries.

· Proven experience deploying and executing industry-standard Change Management. Methodologies such as Prosci, Adkar, etc. certification preferred.

· Experience with the Planview and Accolade tools is a plus.

· Excellent writing and oral communication/presentation skills.

· Experience with the following industries/knowledge areas is desired: Product Management, Stage Gate Processes, Supply Chain, and Food and Beverage.

· Bachelor’s degree required.

The Value You Deliver

· Fostering and sustaining prosperous relationships with clients, vendors, and internal collaborators.

· Success in this role hinges on the capacity to lead, self-motivate, and effectively communicate structure and momentum to projects.

· Crafting and delivering clear and cohesive messages to corporate executives.

Company Overview

For more than 15 years, Lake Shore Associates has been dedicated to our clients, fostering partnerships with a diverse array of companies, from mid-sized enterprises to global leaders. Our commitment to excellence, proficiency, and purpose doesn't just yield tangible results; it establishes a resilient leadership model, ready for replication. Our team is characterized by drive, collaboration, and adaptability. As a women-owned management consultancy, Lake Shore Associates takes pride in earning the trust of our clients through enduring partnerships and the delivery of tangible value.

Must be authorized to work lawfully in the United States.

Last updated on Feb 4, 2025