Lead Change Management

The future looks like you

With over 1,300 stores in 17 European countries and more than 25,000 employees, C&A is one of Europe’s leading fashion retailers. Every day, C&A welcomes millions of visitors to its stores in Europe and to its online shop. C&A offers quality and long-lasting fashion at affordable prices for
the many. We are building on more than 180 years of experience in the fashion industry and continuously modernize the company to become an omnichannel fashion retailer.

At C&A we are driven by our values and we believe that affordable and high-quality fashion is not contradictory to caring for people & the planet, we are always forward thinking and acting to develop our business and innovate the industry. This is your chance to join the C&A team as [Job Title]!

Your responsibilities

A Change Management Lead facilitates organizational transitions by developing and implementing strategies to ensure smooth change processes. By engage stakeholders, provide training, and monitor progress to minimize disruption and ensure successful adoption. Their role is crucial in achieving effective and sustainable change within C&A.

• Lead and drive change initiatives, ensuring alignment with business objectives and stakeholder engagement.
• Develop and implement change management strategies and plans to support organizational goals and initiatives, both within single departments and company-wide
• Conduct impact assessments, skills gap analyses, and readiness evaluations to identify potential challenges and risks.
• Design and deliver training programs and communication plans to support change initiatives.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless integration of change initiatives.
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of change management activities and make necessary adjustments.
• Provide coaching and support to leaders and employees to facilitate successful change adoption.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills
• Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities.
• Strong project management skills.
• Confident in influencing and building relationships at all levels of the organization
• High level of emotional intelligence and resilience.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and change management software

What you bring

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Organizational Development, or a related field. A Master’s degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in change management, with at least 3 years in a leadership role.
• Proven track record of successfully managing large-scale change initiatives.
• Deep understanding of change management principles, methodologies, and tools.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills.
• Certification in change management (e.g., Prosci, CCMP) is a plus

What we offer

This is an opportunity for you to join us on a truly exciting transformation journey, where you’ll be able to leave footprints that last and contribute significantly to our vision. As well as knowing that you played a key part in the evolution of one of Europe’s most recognisable retail brands, you will also enjoy:

● Countless learning and development opportunities via our C&A academy
● Access to Partner Discount Scheme
● An employee discount of 20% in C&A stores
● 30 days' vacation plus additional 3 days off
● Corporate pension scheme
● Mental health and wellness program
● An exciting job in an international and inspirational working environment
● A positive working atmosphere and a talented team with an open feedback culture.

C&A fosters equal opportunity for people of all backgrounds and identities. We are led by a gender-balanced board committed to build a diverse and inclusive organization where everyone can become their best self.
We do not discriminate based on age, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, religion or belief, parental and family status, or any other protected characteristic. We welcome applications from women, men and non-binary candidates of all ethnicities and socio-economic backgrounds. We encourage people belonging to underrepresented groups to apply.
Even if you don't check every box, but see yourself contributing, please apply and help us build an inclusive community.