Change Manager

Welcome to Linaker

For 30 years Linaker has specialised in the creation and maintenance of tailor-made business environments. Having shaped workspaces for a wide range of businesses across the country, Linaker’s heritage lies in our ability to design and regulate unique spaces that truly work.

Linaker was founded upon three core values: trust, reliability and care. We are not just a service provider, rather an essential part of our clients’ architecture and, ultimately, an extension of your business, a part of one team.

The last couple of years has seen Linaker grow exponentially and 2025 is no exception. Our client base continues to grow month on month and as a result we are now looking for a talented Change Manager to join us on our upward journey.

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Change Manager to lead, shape, and drive the successful adoption of organisational change across our growing business. This newly created role is critical to our future success, ensuring that employees are supported, engaged, and aligned as we implement strategic initiatives, process improvements, and structural changes.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement comprehensive change management strategies aligned with business goals and growth plans.
• Support employees through transitions by providing communication, training, coaching, and resources to minimise disruption and maximise adoption.
• Work collaboratively with leaders, managers, and teams to embed change in day-to-day operations that enhance margins and operational performance.
• Identify, monitor, and address resistance to change, developing tailored action plans to ensure engagement and buy-in across all levels.
• Assess change readiness, conduct impact assessments, and manage change-related risks.
• Measure and report on change adoption, employee feedback, and outcomes using clearly defined KPIs.
• Lead change workshops, training sessions, and feedback forums.
• Using AI and data insights to identify opportunities for intelligent Process Automation.
• Champion a culture of agility and continuous improvement throughout the organisation.
• Collaborate closely with the Managing Director, Board and SLT to align change efforts with broader strategic initiatives.

Qualifications and Experience

• 5 + years proven experience in a dedicated change management role within a similar-sized or larger organisation.
• Degree level education (or equivalent)
• Familiarity with change management principles, methodologies, and tools (e.g., Prosci, ADKAR, Kotter).
• Knowledge of HR process and practices.
• Ability to scope and specify systems and services.
• Strong stakeholder management and communication skills.
• Experience leading organisational change within operational and engineering environments is highly desirable.
• Demonstrated ability to influence and engage individuals at all levels.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and translate into actionable insights.
• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, growing business environment.

Package & Benefits

• Competitive Starting Salary on Offer with annual pay reviews.
• 25 Days holiday plus Bank Holidays.
• Health care, life insurance and medical insurance available after a qualifying period.
• Employee assistant programme.
• Auto enrolment in the company pension scheme.
• Annual events and competitions.