Change & Communications Manager (Contract) | Remote - open to candidates based in the US

Change & Communications Manager (Contract)
Location: Remote (U.S.-based preferred)
Duration: Approximately 3–4 months, with potential for extension
Hours: Full-time contract (40 hours/week)
Time Zone: Must be available during U.S. Eastern business hours
Position Type: Contract

Overview
We are seeking a Change & Communications Manager to support a large-scale business transformation initiative within a fast-paced enterprise environment in a contract role. This role is ideal for a hands-on change management practitioner who enjoys turning plans into action. The successful candidate will support the development and execution of change management activities, communications, stakeholder engagement efforts, and project plans that help drive successful adoption of business and technology changes.

This is not a change strategy or organizational design role. We are seeking someone who can effectively execute change management plans, develop high-quality communications and presentations, coordinate stakeholders, manage deliverables, and help keep a complex transformation moving forward.

Responsibilities
Develop and execute change management plans that support business transformation initiatives

Create and maintain stakeholder engagement, communications, and adoption plans

Develop communications and change-related deliverables, including presentations, stakeholder updates, leadership communications, end-user resources, FAQs, toolkits, and supporting materials

Prepare executive-ready PowerPoint presentations and communications for leadership and project stakeholders

Coordinate communication review, approval, and feedback processes across multiple stakeholder groups

Support stakeholder engagement, readiness, adoption, and feedback activities throughout the project lifecycle

Maintain change management project plans, schedules, trackers, and related documentation

Coordinate and support webinars, workshops, stakeholder meetings, and other change-related activities

Partner closely with project teams, business stakeholders, and leadership to ensure change activities remain aligned with project objectives and timelines

Monitor progress, identify risks or gaps, and adjust plans as project needs evolve

Leverage Microsoft Copilot and other productivity tools to accelerate content development and administrative tasks

Qualifications
4–6+ years of experience in organizational change management, change communications, change enablement, or related transformation roles

Experience developing and executing change management plans within a corporate environment

Experience creating communications, presentations, stakeholder engagement materials, and other change-related deliverables

Strong PowerPoint skills with the ability to create polished, executive-facing presentations

Experience supporting stakeholder engagement, readiness, adoption, and communications activities

Experience developing and maintaining project plans, schedules, trackers, and related documentation

Excellent written communication, editing, and content development skills

Strong organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities simultaneously

Experience using Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, or similar AI-enabled productivity tools preferred

Ideal Candidate
The successful candidate is a practical, execution-oriented change management professional who understands how change works within a corporate environment and can quickly contribute within an established framework.
They are comfortable developing communications, building presentations, managing plans, coordinating stakeholders, and producing high-quality deliverables with minimal oversight. They thrive in fast-paced environments, demonstrate sound judgment, and are comfortable navigating ambiguity while maintaining momentum.

Success Factors
Efficient and highly organized

Resilient in fast-moving environments

Strong judgment and decision-making skills

Excellent collaborator and team player

Comfortable balancing multiple priorities and deadlines

Able to move seamlessly between planning and execution