HR Change Consultant

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Position: Change Management Consultant (Contract)
Duration: Estimated 6-10 Months
Location: Ability to go on-site in Palo Alto, CA twice a week.

Robert Half is supporting one of our Healthcare clients who is seeking an interim Change Management Consultant to help the Human Resource team for an estimated 6-10 month project. We are looking for a Certified Change Professional to partner with their Human Resource and IT team to help with their on-going change management initiatives. This role is primarily focused on leading change initiatives, identifying risks and issues, status reporting, stakeholder analysis, and change impact assessments. The successful candidate will have a strong background in Change Management and leading OCM activites.

Responsibilities:

• Lead change initiatives within the organization, focusing on strategy and planning
• Collaborate effectively with project managers, project team members, leaders, and other stakeholders
• Function efficiently within a matrix organization, providing support to various groups and teams
• Engage actively in producing deliverables, not limited to consultation or advice-giving
• Carry out Organizational Change Management (OCM) activities including stakeholder analysis, change impact assessment, readiness evaluation, and the identification and management of change-related risks and issues
• Support large-scale organizational changes and/or spearhead small to mid-size organizational change endeavors such as process improvements, policy implementations, organizational design alterations, and culture/behavioral transformations
• Facilitate meetings to foster shared understanding and align groups towards common objectives
• Collaborate with senior and mid-level leadership to drive change efforts effectively
• Maintain a hands-on approach, being willing to work on-site for critical meetings, client engagements, and other essential tasks.
• Minimum of 7 years of experience in a similar Change Management Consulting or HR Project Management role
• Change Management Certification
• Proven skills in Benefit Functions including plan design, administration, and compliance
• Excellent Communication skills, both written and verbal
• Demonstrated experience in Change Management, driving and managing change initiatives
• Proficiency in Diversity Management, creating inclusive work environments
• Experience in Stakeholder Communications, effectively liaising with all levels of the organization
• Ability to Identify Risks, anticipate problems, and provide solutions
• Bachelor's degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field is preferred
• Professional HR certification, such as PHR, SPHR, SHRM-CP, or SHRM-SCP is a plus
• Proficiency in HRIS and other HR related software applications
• Ability to work in a fast-paced environment, managing multiple projects simultaneously
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Demonstrated leadership skills and ability to influence others
• High level of discretion and confidentiality.

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All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.

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