People Communications & Engagement Associate Analyst
Chicago, IL - USA
Job Summary
The Change Management Associate Analyst is a member of Sidleys Organizational Effectiveness team and supports the successful adoption of strategic initiatives business process improvements and technology transformations across the Firm. Working closely with members of the Change team project team and other stakeholders this position supports change management execution that drives organizational readiness user adoption and sustainable business outcomes while minimizing disruption.
Duties and Responsibilities:
With direction from a Manager or Senior Manager this role drives change management activities for medium- to large-scale strategic operational and technology initiatives.
Prepare and execute change management plans including stakeholder engagement communications training and adoption strategies.
Conduct organizational change impact and readiness assessments to identify risks barriers and opportunities for successful adoption.
Partner with project leaders to build alignment and strengthen leadership.
Co-develop and deliver communication plans presentations messaging and other materials that promote awareness and engagement throughout the change lifecycle.
Collaborate with Learning & Development to design and support role-based training learning resources and user enablement activities.
Monitor adoption readiness and engagement metrics; analyze results and provide recommendations to improve outcomes.
Prepare executive dashboards status reports and presentations that communicate progress risks and organizational impacts.
Contribute to the development and continuous improvement of the Firms change management methodology tools templates and best practices.
Stay informed on emerging change management organizational effectiveness and digital adoption practices to enhance Firm capabilities.
Education and/or Experience:
Required:
Bachelors degree in Business Administration Organizational Development Communications Human Resources Psychology or a related discipline required.
A minimum of 2 years of progressive experience supporting organizational change management business transformation organizational development consulting or strategic project initiatives.
Excellent writing and grammar skills
Superior knowledge of the MS Office Suite
Preferred:
Experience supporting enterprise-wide technology implementations including cloud platforms collaboration tools knowledge management ERP CRM document management or other business applications.
Experience working in a global professional services organization law firm accounting firm or management consulting environment strongly preferred.
Prosci Change Management Certification .
Change Management Institute (CMI) ACMP CCMP or similar certification .
PMP Agile Scrum Lean or Six Sigma certifications are a plus.
Other Skills and Abilities:
The following will also be required of the successful candidate:
Strong organizational skills
Strong attention to detail
Good judgment
Strong interpersonal communication skills
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Able to work harmoniously and effectively with others
Able to preserve confidentiality and exercise discretion
Able to work under pressure
Able to manage multiple projects with competing deadlines and priorities
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The target salary range for this role is:
$62600 to $79800 if located in IllinoisSalaries vary by location and are based on numerous factors including but not limited to the relevant market skills experience and education of the selected candidate. Our compensation package also includes bonus eligibility and a comprehensive benefits program. Benefits information can be found at perform this job successfully an individual must be able to perform the Duties and Responsibilities above satisfactorily and meet the requirements. The requirements listed above are representative of the minimum knowledge skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations will be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the job. If you need such an accommodation please email (current employees should contact Human Resources).
Sidley Austin LLP is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
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