Change Managers help organizations navigate transitions—from technology implementations and process redesigns to large-scale business transformations. They develop change strategies, prepare employees and leaders for new ways of working, and track whether changes are adopted successfully. Explore vetted Change Manager opportunities paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.
Change Managers assess how an initiative affects people, teams, and business operations. They build communication and training plans, coordinate stakeholders, identify resistance or adoption risks, and work with project and executive teams to guide the transition. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on organizational change management, technology adoption, operational improvement, or enterprise transformation.
Employers often seek experience leading organizational or technology change, strong communication and facilitation skills, and the ability to influence stakeholders across functions. Useful capabilities include change impact assessment, project coordination, employee engagement, training design, data-informed measurement, and comfort working through ambiguity. Some positions prefer a bachelor’s degree, industry experience, or a change management certification; requirements vary by employer and scope.
Change Manager titles and responsibilities vary across industries and organizations. Review each listing for its focus, seniority, required experience, and compensation. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates find opportunities to lead meaningful transformation.
Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager
$108K - $130K *
Champion cybersecurity governance and risk management while ensuring compliance across enterprise technology environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security controls and driv...
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Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager
$110K - $130K *
Reimagine cybersecurity governance by leading risk management, compliance, and audit readiness initiatives. Collaborate across teams to enhance security controls and ensure alignment with regulatory s...
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Governance, Risk, and Compliance (GRC) Manager
$108K - $130K *
Lead cybersecurity governance and risk management initiatives, ensuring compliance and audit readiness across enterprise technology environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance security controls an...
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$114K - $234K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of business program management, driving strategy and execution across functional areas. Collaborate with leaders to enhance partnerships, ensuring scalable and imp...
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$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team as a Project Manager, leading complex initiatives from planning to execution. Leverage your expertise to coordinate cross-functional teams, manage risks, and ensure project success...
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$125K - $150K *
Drive the successful execution of complex projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives while leading cross-functional teams through the entire project lifecycle, from planning to deployment...
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$125K - $150K *
Lead complex projects from inception to completion, ensuring alignment with business goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage risks, and deliver results on time and within budget while f...
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$125K - $150K *
Drive successful project execution by leading complex initiatives, ensuring alignment across teams, and delivering on time and within budget. Leverage strong leadership and communication skills to fos...
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$125K - $150K *
Champion project success by leading complex initiatives, ensuring timely delivery, and fostering collaboration across teams. Utilize strong leadership and communication skills to drive results and ali...
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Secure Design Manager, Deloitte Global Technology
$85K - $156K *
Empower secure design initiatives by leading the delivery of SSDLC processes, enhancing cybersecurity across business applications and technology projects while managing stakeholder relationships and...
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Distribution Transformation - Change Management Lead
$152K - $200K *
Shape the future of retail banking by leading enterprise-wide change initiatives. Drive the adoption of innovative operational models while fostering cultural transformation. Influence key stakeholder...
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Distribution Transformation - Change Management Lead
$152K - $200K *
Pioneer transformative initiatives in retail banking by leading change management strategies. Drive the adoption of innovative operating models, influence culture, and ensure sustainable organizationa...
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Distribution Transformation - Change Management Lead
$152K - $200K *
Reimagine retail banking by leading enterprise change initiatives that drive impactful behavioral shifts, influence organizational transformation, and establish frameworks for sustainable adoption acr...
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Distribution Transformation - Change Management Lead
$152K - $200K *
Champion enterprise-wide transformation by leading change management initiatives that enhance retail banking operations, drive adoption, and foster a culture of continuous improvement across diverse t...
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Distribution Transformation - Change Management Lead
$152K - $200K *
Join a team that's driving enterprise transformation through strategic change management, influencing behavior, and ensuring successful adoption of new distribution models. Lead impactful initiatives...
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Distribution Transformation - Change Management Lead
$152K - $200K *
Pioneer enterprise transformation as a strategic leader, driving adoption of innovative operating models within retail banking. Engage stakeholders, shape organizational readiness, and influence lasti...
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Program Manager - Ways of Working Transformation, VP II - State Street Investment Management
$110K - $188K *
Transform organizational change by leading cross-functional initiatives, connecting workstreams, and driving a new Way of Working. Leverage Agile methodologies to ensure transparency and alignment acr...
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Governance Risk & Control Manager
$130K - $155K *
Lead the charge in managing risk and controls within a dynamic finance environment. Oversee a team while ensuring compliance and governance across financial systems, driving innovation and efficiency...
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Governance Risk & Control Manager
$150K - $180K *
Elevate the Finance Governance Center of Excellence by leading a team of risk and controls professionals. Drive compliance and risk management initiatives while fostering a culture of continuous impro...
3 weeks ago
Project Manager II (Grant and Capital Management)
$82K - $92K *
Unlock potential by managing SaaS implementation projects for public-sector clients. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure timely delivery of grants management solutions while enhancing project meth...
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Manager, Quality Engineering, Change Control/Document Review
$116K - $141K *
Lead quality engineering initiatives by managing change control processes, ensuring compliance, and driving continuous improvement across cross-functional teams. Serve as a subject matter expert to en...
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Consulting Manager, Organizational Change Management
$81K - $126K *
Lead the charge in organizational change management initiatives, driving successful transformation and adoption of new models, processes, and technologies within large-scale programs while collaborati...
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$115K - $165K *
Lead and manage the controls engineering department, driving innovation and efficiency in control systems. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align departmental goals with organizational strat...
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Consulting Manager, Organizational Change Management
$81K - $126K *
Manage organizational change initiatives within enterprise transformations, leading teams to foster adoption of new operating models. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to drive measurable busi...
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Consulting Manager, Organizational Change Management
$81K - $126K *
Lead the charge in driving change management initiatives across large-scale transformation programs, ensuring successful adoption of new operating models and processes while collaborating with cross-f...
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What does a Change Manager do?
A Change Manager plans and supports the people side of organizational change. They assess impacts, engage stakeholders, develop communications and training, address adoption challenges, and measure whether changes are taking hold.
What qualifications are typically required for Change Manager jobs?
Requirements vary, but employers commonly value experience with organizational change, project or transformation work, stakeholder engagement, communication, and training. Some roles prefer a relevant degree or change management certification.
What skills are important for a Change Manager?
Important skills include clear communication, facilitation, stakeholder management, change impact assessment, planning, problem-solving, and the ability to measure adoption and respond to feedback.
What industries hire Change Managers?
Change Managers work across industries, including technology, financial services, healthcare, consulting, manufacturing, and government. Demand often accompanies system implementations, mergers, restructuring, and operational transformation.
How can I find Change Manager jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Change Manager listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Compare each role’s responsibilities, experience requirements, location, and compensation details.