Change Management Analyst

About the jobWe’re Hiring: Junior Change Management AnalystLocation - Adelaide, SAWe are looking for an experienced Junior Change Management Analyst to join our team. The ideal candidate will bring strong expertise, problem-solving skills, and a collaborative mindset to help us build and maintain scalable data solutions.Your new roleReporting to the Change Manager, you’ll support the delivery of organisational change across two high-impact projects as well as other initiatives. This is a hands-on role where you’ll partner closely with a senior leader to help shape and execute change strategies, communications, and stakeholder engagement activities.You’ll contribute to short-term wins like finalising performance development plans, consulting on hybrid work arrangements, and supporting ICT strategy administration. Longer term, you’ll gain exposure to impact assessments, communications planning, and leadership development initiatives. This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with foundational change experience who’s ready to step up and grow.What you'll need to succeed2–5 years’ experience in change management or project environments, ideally with exposure to ADKAR or similar frameworks.Understanding of change artefacts such as impact assessments, communications plans, and stakeholder engagement strategies.A proactive, curious mindset—someone who asks questions, gives things a go, and wants to learn.Strong interpersonal skills and natural empathy—able to build rapport and communicate effectively across diverse teams.Comfortable working in hybrid environments (2 days from home, 3 in office).Ability to support leadership groups and contribute to a growing change community of practice.What you'll get in returnA diverse and developmental role with exposure to strategic change initiatives.Direct mentorship from a senior leader and touchpoints with leadership development consultants.Hybrid working arrangement and a supportive team culture.Potential pathway to a permanent ASO7-level position after the initial 6-month contract.A chance to make a meaningful impact in State Government.About Us:Hays is the market leader in the UK and Asia Pacific and one of the market leaders in Continental Europe and Latin America. The c.12,800 people we employ around the world partner with clients and candidates to power the world of work. Every day our expert consultants help thousands of candidates find their next role, and they also help clients reshape workforces and deal with talent shortages. In the year to 30 June 2021, we placed 77,000 people in permanent jobs and 244,000 people into temporary roles.