Project Manager: Change Management

Do you enjoy mobilizing internal and external resources to achieve organization objectives?

Do you enjoy collaborating cross-functionally to deliver on project success?

About the role

The Project Manager: Change Management, will report directly to the Senior Program Manager and work in close partnership with the program leadership team. This pivotal role involves engaging with key stakeholders across Publishing, Operations, and Product teams to drive improvements in submission quality and editorial workflows, ultimately enhancing the experience for Publishers, Authors, Editors, and Reviewers.

Key Responsibilities

• Design and implement customised Change Management strategies across Publishing Business Units, ensuring full alignment with the overarching program vision and objectives;
• Integrate Change Management methodologies within Publishing Business Units to facilitate the successful adoption of strategic initiatives;
• Empower Publishers by providing the tools, training, and resources necessary to ensure a seamless transition during full-scale program deployment;
• Partner with the Senior Program Manager to lead and develop the Change Champions network, cultivating a culture of support, transparency, and advocacy throughout the organisation;
• Steer the execution of the rollout roadmap, enhancing the skills and effectiveness of Change Champions to serve as influential advocates for the program;
• Champion the benefits of new initiatives to foster strong stakeholder engagement and secure broad-based buy-in;
• Develop and implement comprehensive strategies to prepare the organisation for full-scale adoption, ensuring readiness and active participation across all Publisher teams.

Requirements

• A PhD or a University degree in a relevant scientific field;
• Experience in Scientific Publishing;
• Project management experience;
• Exceptional communication and negotiation skills;
• In-depth knowledge of the publishing process and current technological developments within the industry;
• Proven networking abilities and strong business management acumen.

Work in a way that works for you

We promote a healthy work/life balance across the organisation. We offer an appealing working prospect for our people. With numerous wellbeing initiatives, shared parental leave, study assistance and sabbaticals, we will help you meet your immediate responsibilities and your long-term goals.

• Working flexible hours - flexing the times when you work in the day to help you fit everything in and work when you are the most productive

Working for you

We know that your wellbeing and happiness are key to a long and successful career, as this role is global, benefits may vary according to your location. These are some of the benefits we are delighted to offer:

• Health care plans and benefits
• Modern Family Benefits, including maternity, paternity, adoption and surrogacy
• Life assurance and accident policies
• Comprehensive pension and retirement plans
• Access to learning and development resources
• Your recruiter will advise you on the benefits package for your location

About the Business

A global leader in information and analytics, we help researchers and healthcare professionals advance science and improve health outcomes for the benefit of society. Building on our publishing heritage, we combine quality information and vast data sets with analytics to support visionary science and research, health education and interactive learning, as well as exceptional healthcare and clinical practice. At Elsevier, your work contributes to the world's grand challenges and a more sustainable future. We harness innovative technologies to support science and healthcare to partner for a better world.