Oracle Change Manager

About The Role

We are looking to offer an Oracle Change Manager the opportunity to join our expanding Oracle Delivery team based in Stevenage .

About the team

The Oracle delivery team is part of an internal centralised IT team that operates at a group level and provides IT services to subsidiary companies that comprise M Group Services. The Oracle team is responsible for the delivery of multiple Oracle Cloud related projects, some are new delivery of New Oracle Cloud Projects as well as ongoing continuous improvement. The team does not provide Business as Usual (BAU) support and focus on new projects / delivery, however we do work closely with our internal BAU team to ensure hand over smooth hand over from project to BAU.

The team is growing in line with a pipeline of projects to further enhance and expand M Group Services Enterprise Application of which Oracle Cloud is a large element. The team is currently small made up of 3 resources and will continue to expand as new projects become active

About the role

As the Change Manager you will be responsible for planning, managing, and executing the adoption of Oracle Cloud modules within our organisation. This includes overseeing the organisational change management (OCM) strategies and driving the successful implementation and user adoption of the new systems and business processes.

The role requires a deep understanding of both Oracle Cloud solutions, moder best practice processes and the challenges associated with integrating these solutions in an acquisition-heavy environment, as well as rolling out new Oracle features to existing teams. A key goal for the change manager is to achieve faster adoption of sustainable change and that impact employees who will ultimately be the receivers of the change.

We offer a flexible working environment where hybrid working has been embedded. You would be required to attend the office two to three days per week.

About M Group Services

M Group Services is a trusted employer to more than 10,500 people in the UK and Ireland. Operating across 21 businesses in 240 locations, we provide specialist infrastructure services in the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors.

As a business we believe communication is key. We work in an environment where growth and development are promoted within the business, our employees feel they are trusted to get on with their work as well as finding this work interesting and challenging.

Where we are able, we work flexibly, believing that empowered colleagues are happier and more productive. We want to support our people as much as possible, therefore if you require a more flexible working arrangement, we would be happy to discuss this with you!

As the Oracle Change Manager, you’ll get the opportunity to:

Develop and implement comprehensive OCM strategies to support the adoption of Oracle Cloud modules.

Conduct impact analyses, assess change readiness, and identify key stakeholders.

Design and execute communication plans to keep stakeholders informed and engaged throughout the adoption process.

Engage with senior leadership, IT teams, and business units to ensure alignment on project goals and expectations.

Work with a network of change managers at a local level to plan and deliver change

Develop and deliver training programs tailored to different user groups to ensure smooth transition and effective use of Oracle Cloud modules.

Establish metrics to measure the success of change management initiatives and user adoption rates.

Regularly report on progress, challenges, and areas for improvement to senior management.

Create and manage detailed change management plans, including timelines, milestones, and resource allocation.

Working with Project and Programmer Managers to ensure that change is an embedded part of the project approach and deliverables.

Create and complete change management assessments, including identifying persistent resistance.

What you’ll bring?

Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Information Technology, or a related field.

Proven experience in change management, particularly within the context of adopting Oracle Cloud solutions.

Strong understanding of organisational change management (OCM) methodologies and best practices.

Experience working in a services organisation, preferably one that grows through acquisition.

Excellent communication, interpersonal, and stakeholder management skills.

Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple projects simultaneously.

Proficiency in project management tools and techniques.

What’s in it for you?

25 days' annual leave plus statutory holidays

Discretionary annual bonus

Contributory Pension scheme

Life Assurance

Access to our Employee Assistance Programme

Cycle to work scheme

Access to a wide range of discounts and special offers through our online rewards platform

Private health care

Company car/car allowance and fuel card

#MGS Notes/Brief for Recruitment Team: About The Company

M Group Services delivers a range of essential infrastructure services within the water, energy, transport and telecommunications sectors in the UK & Ireland. We have built and maintained relationships with our clients over a number of years and have a strong culture that continuously focuses on safety, operational delivery, efficiency and customer service. We are committed to profitable growth both organically and through acquisitions. M Group Services, a trusted employer to over 10,000 skilled specialists working from 240 locations, operates a divisional structure aligned with its end markets.

At M Group Services we recognise and value the benefits from our workforce diversity. We work hard to build and maintain inclusive environments and develop a culture where our people feel included and valued.