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
Change Management Analyst (L2)
2-3 yearsSkills to master
- Independent execution of comms plans, survey design and analysis, basic stakeholder engagement, meticulous organisation of change deliverables.
You're ready to move on when
- Consistently delivering assigned workstreams on time and to a high standard.
- Proactively identifying issues and proposing solutions, not just executing tasks.
- Receiving positive feedback on your ability to manage routine stakeholder interactions.
- Demonstrating a solid understanding of the ADKAR model and its practical application.
- 2
HR Business Partner / Specialist
3-5 yearsSkills to master
- Deep understanding of employee relations, talent management, and organisational development. Strong influencing skills within business units. Experience managing HR-related change.
You're ready to move on when
- Proven track record of successfully implementing HR initiatives that required significant behavioural change.
- Strong relationships with business leaders and a reputation for being a trusted advisor on people matters.
- Demonstrable ability to translate HR strategy into actionable plans for employees.
- A keen interest in the broader business transformation agenda beyond just HR.
- 3
Project Coordinator / Manager (with change exposure)
3-4 yearsSkills to master
- Strong project planning and execution, risk management, stakeholder communication, and an understanding of the project lifecycle. Experience in projects with significant people impact.
You're ready to move on when
- Successfully managing project schedules, budgets, and deliverables while also considering the human element.
- Proactively identifying and mitigating project risks related to user adoption or resistance.
- A clear desire to specialise in the 'people side' of projects, rather than just the technical delivery.
- Demonstrating an ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences.