Change and Communications Consultant

Change and Communications Consultant 

Location: Remote Working 

Duration: 12 Months 

Hours: 40

We are only accepting applications from the UK & Ireland at the moment. 

Imagine your next project working with the finance Solutions & Technology (FST) where you will be working in the position of a Change & Communications Consultant. The Change, Communications, & Training (CCT) is responsible for supporting the development and execution of the change management and communications strategy for the SigniFX and Treasury Management System (TMS) initiatives, which are part of the SigniFi Program, a key global transformation project underway being lead in partnership with the Finance Solutions & Training (FS&T) organisation. 

roles and responsibilities

This role works directly with the FS&T Change & Communications Project Lead, Regional CCT Leads and the Innovative Medicine Business Unit Finance and Treasury Teams. This role is critical in supporting alignment with the overarching change management strategy and plan for a valued segment of a global multi-year transformation journey for Finance and beyond.

The primary focus will be to support the implementation of the Finance roadmap plans through successful minimum viable product (MVP) deployment cycles within SigniFX and TMS process areas in order to maximise employee engagement and minimise employee resistance. This individual will engage closely with key stakeholders within the deploying teams to support stakeholder and change impact assessments and the development and execution of the change strategy to enable sustainment of new ways of working in Finance. 

To be successful, this team member will model best practices in change leadership and be able to influence and build trust among key stakeholders at all levels. This individual will help coordinate and maintain an integrated and global view of the FS&T, SigniFX and TMS change & communications plans by providing the project team inputs. This role allows J&J to disseminate cohesive language to maintain transparency and maximise employee engagement.

This involves:

• Understand, identify, and document stakeholder assessments and change impacts for the SigniFX and TMS workstreams and provide critical input into the training curriculum 

• Develop and execute change management, communications and stakeholder engagement plan and activities for each MVP release for SigniFX and TMS

• Work closely with the FS&T Change & Communications Project Lead, Regional CCT Leads, and the deployment teams to ensure consistency of messaging and content as related to SigniFX and TMS across regions

• Work closely with Technology and Process Project Leads to understand communication and change management needs

how to succeed

• BA/BS required, preferably in a field related to Finance, Economics, Change Management and/or Communications. Graduate degree preferred.

• Minimum of 8 years of change management and communications experience within a large-scale, transformational business environment is required

• Thorough understanding of change delivery methodologies and tools is required

• Experience in performing business readiness activities, including stakeholder management and communication planning and delivery, preferably for a Finance function

• Excellent at building strong relationships with peers and with other stakeholders to influence others and move toward a common vision is required

• High-level knowledge of large-scale FX and SAP systems, specifically how the adoption of such may affect employees at all levels

• Strong writing and oral communication skills, and comfort in presenting to audiences of varying stakeholders

• Ability to thrive in ambiguous situations with flexibility and adaptability

• Team-oriented attitude and ability to work collaboratively with and through others 

Benefits

This role offers a very competitive hourly rate. This contract will run for a minimum of 12 months and has a strong chance of an extension.  

you are welcome here

Johnson & Johnson is working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives, and experiences are valued and each and every one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are.

about Johnson & Johnson

Caring for the world, one person at a time has inspired and united the people of Johnson & Johnson for over 130 years. As a skilled contractor, you’ll play a key part in the thinking, strategy, dynamism - and impact - of this iconic global healthcare company as they touch the lives of nearly a billion people every day. Contribute to the next healthcare breakthrough with your next project at Johnson & Johnson. 

application process

We are looking to process the first round of applications within the next 2 working days.

We do not accept applications via email. The pay rate for this role will depend on how you are paid. PAYE, Limited & Umbrella options are available. 

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

For more than 130 years, diversity, equity & inclusion (DEI) have been part of our cultural fabric at Johnson & Johnson and woven into how we do business every day. Our commitment to respect the dignity and diversity of all is embedded in our Credo.

We know that the success of our business depends on having the best talent in a workforce that reflects the diverse markets we serve around the world and an inclusive culture that values different perspectives and life experiences. That is why we are working to create an inclusive environment where diverse backgrounds, perspectives and experiences are valued and each one of our people feels that they belong and can reach their potential. No matter who they are. Diversity, Equity & Inclusion at Johnson & Johnson means “You Belong”.