Change Manager x2 Uk Visa Sponsorship

Job Description

Location
Brighton, UK

Hours
Full-time (up to a maximum of 1.0 FTE, 37.5 hours per week). Flexible working arrangements will be considered based on business needs.

Salary
Grade 7, starting from £38,249 to £45,413 per annum (pro-rata for part-time positions).

Contract Type
Fixed-Term Contract (2 years)

We reserve the right to close this vacancy before the specified closing date if sufficient applications are received. Therefore, we encourage early submission of applications.

About the Role

We have an exciting opportunity for two Change Managers to join the Change Practice within the Sussex Projects team. In this role, you will lead change management efforts on a variety of projects and strategic initiatives in a complex and dynamic environment. You will collaborate with other Change Practice and Sussex Projects team members, using the established Change Practice framework to guide the development of plans.

About You

You are an optimistic and solution-focused individual with strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills. You are genuinely curious about people and their perspectives.

As a change management practitioner, you have proven experience in guiding people through change, balancing individual needs with those of teams, departments, and the broader organisation. You have successfully delivered various projects in organisational settings and are eager to continue learning and developing. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy problem-solving, and are adept at identifying challenges and finding creative solutions.

While experience in a Higher Education environment is beneficial, it is not essential.

About Our Division

Since its inception in 2022, Sussex Projects has undergone a significant transformation. Originally part of IT Services, it is now a standalone division, uniting a community of portfolio, programme, project, and change professionals to centralise the University’s project portfolio management and enhance maturity and delivery performance.

The team has introduced an annual strategic planning process for capital expenditure and implemented new methodologies, processes, systems, reporting, and governance structures. An external 2024 maturity assessment revealed that Sussex Projects now exceeds sector benchmarks for project management.

The Change Practice team was formed in December 2022, with a bespoke change management framework designed to meet the unique needs of Sussex and its projects. Sussex Projects fosters an active, engaged community of practice that promotes continuous improvement, innovation, and shared learning.

Why Work Here

Our university is located next to the picturesque South Downs, offering you access to a 150-acre campus. We are easily accessible via public transport, with Falmer train station just a five-minute walk away, and several bus stops on campus. We also have dedicated cycling paths and offer a cycle-to-work scheme to encourage environmentally-friendly commuting.

Sussex is a prestigious, internationally recognized research university. Our success is driven by the people who work here, and whether you are part of our Faculty, a Professional Services team, or a student, it’s our people who make us great. We want you to be part of that.

Further Key Information

For informal inquiries, please contact David Foster at df275@sussex.ac.uk.

The University of Sussex values diversity and is committed to equality. We welcome applicants from all backgrounds.

Please note that work undertaken for the University must be performed in the UK.

Visa Sponsorship Queries: This role may be eligible for visa sponsorship. Please refer to our Skilled Worker Visa page for more details.

Closing Date: April 22, 2025, 5:59 PM
Expected Interview Date: To be confirmed
Expected Start Date: May 2025
Contract Duration: Fixed-Term for 2 years