University of Warwick
People Change Implementation Manager (Maternity Cover) (111918-0726)
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About The Role
Informal Queries
For informal queries about the role, please contact Katharine Redding Cox (Head of People Strategy & Change) at Katharine.Redding-Cox@warwick.ac.uk.
The People Change Implementation Manager is responsible for assessing the scope and complexity of people change programmes and delivering change activity to support the smooth transition for people initiatives.
The role holder has day to day project management oversight for the delivery of a number of people change projects. It is also responsible for the completion of job evaluation activity for the University.
About You
You’ll have experience with delivering the people elements of change projects and programmes, specifically leading consultations and other legal processes e.g. TUPE. You are also trained in the Hay methodology of job evaluation and have experience of leading job evaluation, preferably within the Higher Education sector.
Proficient with Microsoft, you’re able to translate ideas into tangible options and can build business cases for change, before leading the change through to conclusion. You’re also able to build a culture of continuous improvement and are familiar with the legal processes of consultation. Analytical skills are also important for data led decision making, with a people focused angle.
You’ll be able to see the bigger picture and think creatively to understand issues and options to resolve them, utilising your broader knowledge and experience from extensive research and contacts.
For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.
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It’s an exciting time to join us at Warwick, as we implement a new People Strategy and our team plays a critical role in leading successful people change activity across the organisation, end to end.
Alongside specific people change projects, we will spend time developing our organisational capability and capacity to operate as a centre of excellence and expertise as part of the People Strategy implementation, so if you’re interested in continuous personal development and the chance to build this capability in the organisation, then this is the place.
About The University
We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**
Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.
World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026
Research Excellence Framework 2021
How to Apply
Closing Deadline
Sunday 30th August 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)*
To Apply
To apply, please click APPLY below and submit an application form by the closing deadline.
You will be asked to include a CV and Cover Letter. These documents should:
- Outline employment and education history (including your most recent employment).
- Demonstrate how you meet the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description using clear examples.
Please ensure your application clearly evidences the essential criteria, as the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application if these are not demonstrated.**
Interview Date
To be confirmed
Start Date
30th November 2026
Applications must be submitted through the warwick-careers.tal.net portal before the closing deadline. We recommend completing your application form in good time, as the advert will automatically close at the deadline.
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What we Offer
We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including
- An attractive pension scheme.
- 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure.
- Generous parental/adoption leave policy.
- Onsite childcare facilities.
- Excellent learning and development opportunities.
We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements.
Where possible, we offer hybrid working arrangements that combine office-based and remote working. Opportunities for hybrid working will depend on the requirements of the role, business needs of the department and can be discussed during the recruitment process.
For more information, see here.
We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.
Our Commitment to Inclusion
To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments | University of Warwick
Job Description
JD People Change Implementation Manager (Maternity Cover) (111918).pdf – 142KB
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