At a Glance
- Tasks: Lead change adoption for learner analytics and drive impactful strategies across the University.
- Company: Join Birmingham City University, a supportive and inclusive environment.
- Benefits: Enjoy hybrid working, generous leave, competitive pay, and career development opportunities.
- Other info: Be part of a diverse team committed to equality and inclusion.
- Why this job: Shape the future of education with innovative change management strategies.
- Qualifications: Experience in leading technology-driven change and excellent communication skills required.
The predicted salary is between 50000 - 65000 £ per year.
We are seeking a Change Adoption Manager to join our Change and Improvement Team on a 12-month fixed‑term contract, supporting the delivery of high-quality services across the University. In this role, you will play a central role in embedding one of our most ambitious strategic initiatives, ensuring that investment in learner analytics delivers real, lasting impact across the institution. Working closely with senior stakeholders, project teams and the wider University, you will lead the design and delivery of change adoption strategies across major projects. You’ll play a critical role in ensuring that new ways of working are successfully adopted, maximising the value of investment in digital and analytics capabilities. This is a hybrid role, based at our City Centre campus, with 2-3 days per week on site.
Key Responsibilities
- Leading change adoption activity across the learner analytics programme (and potentially other strategic projects)
- Developing and embedding stakeholder, communication and adoption plans
- Identifying and managing resistance to change
- Coaching project teams and leaders in effective change approaches
- Acting as a subject matter expert in change management
- Supporting a consistent, University-wide approach to change
Proven experience leading complex, technology-enabled organisational change. A strong track record of delivering measurable adoption and business outcomes. Experience working in complex, matrix environments and influencing senior stakeholders. Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills. Experience of data, digital or analytics-driven transformation and/or the Higher Education sector is desirable.
If you are excited by the opportunity to help shape the future of our Change and Improvement Team, we would love to hear from you. For an informal discussion about the role, please contact Simon Baker at simon.baker@bcu.ac.uk. Interviews for this role are planned to take place on 22 July 2026. Ideally, we are looking for someone to start as soon as possible.
Why work for us
- Work–life balance – Generous leave and hybrid working (role dependent).
- Career development – Opportunities to grow, develop and progress your career.
- Reward and wellbeing – Competitive pay, pension, wellbeing support and staff benefits.
- Inclusive culture – A supportive, diverse environment where everyone belongs.
Eligibility
This role may be eligible for sponsorship under the Skilled Worker visa route, subject to meeting the relevant criteria. For further information, please visit: https://www.gov.uk/skilled-worker-visa
Equality, Diversity & Inclusion
We are committed to equality, diversity and inclusion and to an environment that supports lawful free speech and academic freedom. We will continuously review and improve our policies, practices, and procedures to ensure that we are promoting these in all aspects of our operations. We believe that by working together, combining our many different backgrounds and life experiences, we will empower each other to reach our full potential.
Disability Confident Employer
Birmingham City University is proud to be a Disability Confident Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. Disabled applicants who meet the essential criteria for the role will be guaranteed an interview.
Contact Details:
BIRMINGHAM CITY UNIVERSITY Recruitment Team
