Change Analyst

Dentons is currently recruiting a Interim Global Finance Senior Change Analyst; to support the implementation the Global Finance Transformation (GFT) Program. This position will report to the Global Finance Transformation Program Manager and Global Program Director, and work closely with Global process and implementation teams and Regional change teams as well as engagement with key stakeholders, to ensure successful adoption of the new ways of working and the implementation of a new practice management system of 3E.

The finance transformation program is a truly global program designed to transform Dentons' finance function into the business partnering function of the future. It will support the business by offering real business insight, efficient and effective processes while maintaining the necessary compliance and controls.

Why Dentons is different

The legal profession is changing rapidly and Dentons is leading the way in advancing change for the benefit of clients. We are driven to challenge the status quo, delivering consistent and uncompromising quality and value to our clients in new and innovative ways. With over 17, 000 individuals in more than 179 offices the opportunity is huge.

Dentons continues to receive external awards and recognition, including for our continued international expansion over the last 12 months; for ground-breaking innovation through the development of Nextlaw Labs and Nextlaw Global Referral Network; and for success in advising clients across multiple regions. Dentons is also a leader on the Acritas Global Elite Brand Index and a BTI Client Service 30 Award winner.

Against such rapid growth and change, this role offers the successful individuals the chance to play a lead role and make their mark in driving the successful implementation of this global program.

Key Responsibilities

• Supporting the Global Finance Transformation leadership to develop and execute the global change, communication & engagement plans
• Manage the delivery of the change and communication collateral to support Regional implementation plans
• Change Management delivery on early benefit projects
• Management of the Change Analysts team and closely liaise with the Training Team and Communications Analyst
• Development of a global change management toolkit to support regions in delivery of their regional change activities in-line with the global change management approach
• Managing the relationship with regional change management teams to deliver a globally consistent change management approach
• Development of engaging communications collateral including management of a global SharePoint intranet site

Key deliverables

• Delivery of change management plans and collateral for currently identified early benefit projects which provide improved reporting (Elite Data Insights & Finance & Planning Analytics), plus any other projects identified in due course as early benefit
• Creation and management of the GFT Program Business Engagement Framework
• Launching the Global GFT Program SharePoint intranet site and keeping it current by updating it with relevant material for all projects within the GFT Program
• Working in collaboration with Global Process Leads to define the scope of, and develop creative collateral for, the 'A day in the life of' business engagement activity for the 3E program of work
• Working with the Global Finance Transformation Leadership to develop the Change Management Toolkit for regional delivery
• Creation and maintenance of the Global Change Impact Assessment for the 3E program of work

About You

• Experienced in successfully delivering business change
• Business international level of English both written and oral
• Able to work in a global environment, accommodating different cultures and time zones
• A highly collaborative team player with a can-do attitude
• Excellent communication, influencing, and stakeholder management skills
• Particularly strong written communication skills
• Ability to understand complex financial & technical processes and translate them into user friendly language
• Be able to thrive when multi-tasking and working under pressure
• Responds to challenges and issues as they arise, taking ownership for delivery
• Experienced user of MS Office suite, ideally including MS SharePoint & MS Teams

Essential Experience Or Qualifications

• 3 years in delivering change management or a change management qualification e.g Prosci
• Experience of the legal industry
• Multinational finance operations or finance transformation programs, ideally implementing Elite 3E finance systems
• Creative communications experience using multi-media formats

Applications from current residents in the following countries will be considered:

South Africa, Canada, Poland, Ireland

Disclaimer: Please ensure when applying for this role you are legally eligible to work/live in your location. Visa sponsorship or relocation costs will not be provided.

Diversity & Inclusion

Essential to our success as a global law firm is our ability to attract and retain the best talent from a diverse range of backgrounds.

Equal Opportunities

Dentons is committed to providing equal opportunities for all.

Reward and Recognition

Remuneration and benefits package will reflect the successful candidates experience and country where hired.

Applications from individuals directly, should be sent to Global Recruitment Team: bianca.moodley@dentons.com