The pathway
How you actually get there, here
How you become one varies far more by country than what one does. This is the UK route. Most people take one of these ways in; the right one depends on where you're starting from.
- 1
Project Coordinator / Business Analyst
2-3 yearsSkills to master
- Project planning and tracking, requirements gathering, process mapping, stakeholder communication, data analysis.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully managed small project workstreams or significant project tasks.
- Demonstrated ability to translate business needs into clear requirements.
- Received positive feedback on communication and analytical skills from project managers.
- 2
Team Lead / Operations Supervisor (with change exposure)
3-4 yearsSkills to master
- Leading small teams through change, process improvement, problem-solving, basic stakeholder management, training delivery.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully led a team through a significant process or system change.
- Identified and implemented improvements within your operational area.
- Proven ability to train and coach team members on new ways of working.
- 3
Junior Change Analyst / Consultant
1-2 yearsSkills to master
- Change impact assessment, communication drafting, training support, data collection, understanding change methodologies.
You're ready to move on when
- Actively contributed to multiple change management projects.
- Demonstrated understanding of change management frameworks (e.g., ADKAR).
- Received positive feedback on quality of deliverables and proactive attitude.