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.
$150K - $180K *
Drive the execution of comprehensive security programs, overseeing multiple teams to enhance vulnerability management, incident response, and cross-functional partnerships, while aligning with strateg...
4 weeks ago
Project Manager (D&S Canada) - Acquisition and Updates
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing diverse defense and aerospace projects, ensuring successful execution through effective resource allocation, stakeholder engagement, and compliance with governance processe...
2 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the deployment of network infrastructure across diverse facilities, ensuring seamless integration and project execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance connectivity and drive...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Elevate your career by managing the deployment of cutting-edge network infrastructure across diverse facilities. This role combines technical expertise with project management to enhance connectivity...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Lead the charge in implementing and deploying network infrastructure across diverse facilities. This role combines technical expertise with project management to enhance connectivity and services glob...
2 weeks ago
$145K - $175K *
Optimize network infrastructure deployment across diverse facilities. Lead projects from design to execution, ensuring technical excellence and collaboration with cross-functional teams to enhance con...
2 weeks ago
Manager, Production Operations
$88K - $105K *
Drive performance and growth in Production Operations by leading a high-performing team focused on safety, quality, and continuous improvement. Balance daily operations with long-term strategic planni...
Reposted today
$80K - $121K *
Champion legal operations excellence by driving process improvements, metrics establishment, and AI integration to enhance workflow efficiencies and support the Legal team in dynamic, fast-paced envir...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
$86K *
Drive the full event lifecycle for multiple national events, leading a team of coordinators and managing complex logistics, budgets, and partnerships to ensure successful execution and continuous impr...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Champion digital integration projects, driving transformation in rail systems. Lead cross-functional teams, manage deliverables, and ensure seamless transitions from project to operations, enhancing c...
Reposted 2 days ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in managing proposal efforts, ensuring compliance and responsiveness to customer needs, while providing strategic direction and oversight for proposal teams across multiple business se...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Accelerate business growth by leading proposal management efforts, ensuring compliance and responsiveness while guiding teams towards developing compelling proposals across various sectors. Drive exce...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Manager, Production Operations
$80K - $95K *
Drive your career with a strategic role in Production Operations, ensuring optimal performance through leadership, resource management, and continuous improvement, while cultivating a high-performing...
Reposted today
Implementation Project Manager
$90K - $110K *
Drive seamless client implementations by managing complex, multi-service projects. Collaborate with internal teams and stakeholders to ensure successful delivery and exceptional client experiences thr...
3 weeks ago
$95K - $115K *
Engage in dynamic project management, overseeing multiple initiatives while fostering strategic customer relationships and ensuring timely delivery, quality, and budget adherence across complex techno...
4 weeks ago
Project Manager - Design & Build
$88K - $105K *
Advance your career by leading complex design and construction projects. Oversee budgets, schedules, and performance while collaborating with clients and teams to transform ambitious designs into exce...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Project Manager - FCSWG, AIP/NDS
$118K - $128K *
Drive program success by leading planning, execution, and coordination within the Fire Control organization, integrating Earned Value Management and stakeholder collaboration to achieve objectives and...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Champion a robust DevOps culture, leading a dynamic team while enhancing cloud infrastructure and processes for reliability, security, and cost efficiency. Drive innovation and accountability through...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Commercial Manager (Cost Management)
$125K - $175K *
Drive project success by managing tender processes, overseeing costs, and resolving disputes. Collaborate with teams to ensure transparency and effective communication, while thriving in a dynamic env...
1 week ago
$95K - $115K *
Oversee project delivery and profitability while managing budgets, timelines, and team coordination. Ensure compliance with safety and quality standards, driving successful outcomes in line with custo...
Reposted 1 week ago
Communications Manager, Policy
$265K - $295K *
Lead the charge in shaping external communications for AI security and governance initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to articulate complex topics clearly and effectively, while man...
3 weeks ago
Communications Manager, Policy
$265K - $295K *
Innovate in policy communications by shaping external narratives on AI security, governance, and responsible scaling. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to articulate complex topics clearly, ensu...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $165K *
Transform the landscape of energy management by leading impactful projects that enhance operational efficiency and drive innovation across diverse industries. You will mentor teams and manage client r...
Reposted yesterday
Sr Principal Change Management Project Manager
$101K - $176K *
Manage and lead organizational change initiatives within the Manufacturing Strategy & Integration team, ensuring effective deployment and execution of change management strategies across multiple proj...
Yesterday
Sr Principal Change Management Project Manager
$101K - $176K *
Lead transformative change initiatives within the Manufacturing Strategy & Integration organization, driving effective change management practices across multiple projects to enhance organizational pe...
Yesterday
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.