Business Change Manager (London Area)

Business Change Manager

The Company:

At Amber Labs, we are a cutting-edge UK and European technology consultancy that prioritises empowering autonomy, promoting experimentation, and facilitating rapid learning to provide exceptional value to our clients. Our company culture is centred around collaboration, where all colleagues, regardless of their role, work together to minimise risk and shorten delivery times. Our team consists of highly-skilled cross-functional consultants, analysts, and support staff.

Role Overview:

We are seeking a Business Change Manager with current SC clearance to lead the planning, delivery, and embedding of change across complex transformation programmes within government or defence environments. The successful candidate will ensure that business change initiatives are effectively managed, stakeholders are engaged, and benefits are realised.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and execute change management strategies and plans to support programme delivery
• Conduct stakeholder analysis and create targeted communication and engagement plans
• Identify and manage resistance to change, providing coaching and support where needed
• Conduct impact assessments and define change interventions across people, process, and technology
• Work with project and programme teams to ensure change is integrated into project lifecycle
• Monitor and report on the progress and effectiveness of change activities
• Facilitate workshops, focus groups, and training sessions
• Support benefits realisation and ensure sustainable change adoption

Essential Skills & Experience:

• Current SC (Security Check) Clearance
• Proven experience as a Business Change Manager within large-scale transformation programmes
• Strong understanding of change management frameworks (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR, Kotter)
• Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills across all levels
• Experience working within UK Government or Defence sectors
• Ability to work across multiple workstreams and manage competing priorities
• Skilled in change impact assessments, communications, training, and readiness assessments

Desirable:

• Change management certification (e.g., Prosci, APMG Change Management)
• Knowledge of Agile delivery environments
• Experience in business transformation, digital change, or service redesign projects
• Familiarity with GDS (Government Digital Service) principles and standards

Benefits:

• Competitive salary and performance-based bonus structure.
• Join a rapidly expanding start-up where personal growth is a part of our DNA.
• Benefit from a flexible work environment focused on deliverable outcomes.
• Receive private medical insurance through Aviva.
• Enjoy the benefits of a company pension plan through Nest.
• 25 days of annual leave plus UK bank holidays.
• Access Perkbox, a global employee rewards platform offering discounts, perks, and wellness resources.
• Participate in a generous employee referral program.
• A highly collaborative and collegial environment with opportunities for career advancement.
• Be encouraged to take bold steps and embrace a mindset of experimentation.
• Choose your preferred device, PC or Mac.

Diversity & Inclusion:

Here at Amber Labs, we are dedicated to fostering an inclusive and equitable workplace for all. Our commitment to diversity, equality, and inclusion includes:

• Valuing the unique experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds of all employees and creating an environment where everyone feels welcomed, respected, and valued.

• Prohibiting all forms of harassment, bullying, discrimination, and victimisation and promoting a culture of dignity and respect for all.

• Educating all new hires on our Diversity and Inclusion policies and ensuring they are aware of their rights and responsibilities to create a safe and inclusive workplace.

• By taking these steps, we are dedicated to building a workplace that reflects and celebrates the diversity of our employees and communities.

This role at Amber Labs is a 12 Month salary based FTC position, and all employees are required to hold current SC . Please be advised that, at this time, we are unable to consider candidates who require sponsorship or hold a visa of any type.

What Happens Next?

Our Talent Acquisition Team will be in touch to advise you on the next steps. We have a two-stage interview process for most of our consultants. In certain cases, we may include a third and final stage, which is a conversation with the company Partners. This will only be considered if deemed necessary.