A place to drive change

Location: Based in Bradford or Peterborough Hybrid with travel as required and onsite presence during key launch periods.

Salary: 65295 per annum

2 year fixed term contract 35 hours per week Monday Friday 9am to 5pm.

Wereon abold transformationjourney re-thinking how we workhow weleadand how we deliver for our purpose is simplebut powerful:to providefamilies with affordablesustainableand safe homes and to do that we know our culturecapabilityand ways of working matter just as much as our systems and processes.

This is a place where changeisntdonetopeopleitsshapedwiththem.

Werebuilding a thriving inclusive workplace where ideas are welcomed curiosity is encouraged and people feel supported to do their best work. Ifyoureexcited by change motivated by impact and passionate about peopletheresnever been a better time to join us.

Help shape a purposedriven organisation and make a real difference for customers and communities.

As aChange Manageryoullplay a key role in shaping and delivering Accents transformation agendafocusing as much onpeoplebehavioursand adoptionas on plans and milestones.

Reporting to theDirector of Organisational Development & Culture and working closely with theBusinessTransformationteamyoulllead the change approach for complex cross-functional colleagues understandwhychange matters feel confident inwhatit means for them and be supported to embed new ways of working.

Thisisnta role where success is measured by delivery building trust creatingmomentumand ensuring change genuinely lands and sticks.

Youll:

• Lead and shape change approaches across major transformation programmes to build readiness drive adoption and embed new ways of working.
• Work across the full change journey from organisationwide shifts to individual behaviour change.
• Bring people with you listening engaging and adapting where needed.

• Create the conditions for collaborationlearningand confidence

• Act as a coach and critical friend to colleagues across the organisation
• Communicate with clarity and empathy even when navigating ambiguity.

Ultimately youllhelp turn ambition into reality-in a way that feels humancredibleand sustainable.

Why this role matters:

• Purposedriven transformation: Your work will directly improve outcomes for customers and communities.
• A passionate energetic culture: Youll join a business committed to embedding customerfirst thinking.
• A dynamic Change Champion Network: Work with some of our most passionate colleagues who are ready to drive change forward.

Shape the future: As behaviours tools and capabilities evolve your work will directly influence how we operate for years to come.

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Salary

The spot salary for this post is 65295 per annum for applicants who fully meet the requirements of the developing some of the skills or experience you can start at a salary 5% or 10% below the spot rate with clear support and progression opportunities to reach the full amount.

About you

Yourean experienced change professional who understands thatreal transformation is about people not just plans.

Youllbring:

Experience delivering major organisational change programmes - including change that impacts ways of working where you have managed the people and behavioural aspects not just technical delivery.

A strong understanding of thefull change lifecycle-from concept through to embed

Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills youll be skilled at building relationships positively challenging senior leaders and guiding individuals through change with confidence and credibility.

Experience supporting digital or process change with a focus on adoption and behaviour change

The ability to translate complex ideas into clear meaningful messages for both technical and non-technical audiences

Experience managing resistance and navigating ambiguity - able to anticipate address and overcome resistance to change while providing clarity and stability in uncertain or evolving situations.

Analytical and problemsolving skills - able to use insight data and feedback to shape actions inform decisions and track adoption and outcome

Experience in the housing sector is helpful but not essentialwhat matters most is your ability toconnect influence and make change feel possible.

With experience of managing large-scale cross-functional projects ideally within the housing sector youll have expertise in project management methodologies. You should also have experience in managing the full project lifecycle within digital implementation and business process improvement projects. You can implement change management including delivering training and driving adoption with an ability to present complex information to technical and non-technical audiences.

Interviews

We want your candidate experience to reflect who we are -a place to grow a place to thrive a place to be you.

Stage 1: A Place to Connect
A call with the hiring more about the role and team andwellget to know you your experience goals and what you bring.
Planned date:18^th Februaryvia Teams.

Stage 2: A Place to Show Your Strengths
Youll deliver a presentation to the panel which will be followed by a behavioural and scenario-based interviewfocused on how you apply your knowledge to real-life asked to complete aCongruityQuestionnaire in advance.
Planned date:6^th Marchat ourBradford office.

We aim to make the process clear supportive and genuinely valuable a place where you feel informed and confident at every step.

A place to build a future

Wevegot big ambitions andwerelooking for people who want to grow with us. Hereyoullhave the chance to learn new skills shape your career and thrive in a collaborative environment where your ideas matter.

And because we believegreat workdeserves great rewardshereswhat you can look forward to:
Generous time off 28 days holiday plus bank holidays an extra day for your birthday and theoptionto buy more.
Health & wellbeing support Cash health plan Health MOTs online GP access gym discounts and a dedicated volunteering day for a cause you care about.
Financialperks Car leasing options salary sacrifice schemes and exclusive discounts through our benefits platform to help your money go further.
Future-focused benefits Access to both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pension schemes through salary sacrifice plus life assurance at three times your salary for peace of mind.
Family-friendly policies Enhanced parental leave flexible working options and support for work-life balance.
Career development From Stepping into Management and Management Essentials training to our Leadership Academy apprenticeships and more wellhelp you grow and succeed.

This is more than a jobitsa place where you canmake an impact feel valued and be rewarded for what you do.

WereCommitted to Inclusion

We believe diversity makes us stronger andwerecommitted to creating a place where everyone feels valued respected and able to thrive.

Our recruitment process is designed to be accessible and inclusive and if you need any reasonable adjustments at any stage just let us know wellmake it happen.

Because thisisntjust a workplaceitsa place to belong.

Pleasedontdelay insubmittingyour application. Where roles are urgent or we receive a high volume of applications we may interview and conclude the process prior to any closing dateindicated.

If you have any queries about the role please email:

Please note candidates must have current eligibility to live and work in the UK Accent do not currently hold a sponsorship license.

Ifyourelooking for a place you can make a positive difference to society to ourorganisationand to your future apply now.

Recruitment Agencies: We work exclusively with partners on our preferred supplier list (PSL) and do not accept unsolicited CVs or speculative approaches from agencies for this role.