Acuity Knowledge Partners - Director / Head - Change Management

Acuity Knowledge Partners :

Acuity Knowledge Partners (Acuity) is a leading provider of bespoke research, analytics and technology solutions to the financial services sector, including asset managers, corporate and investment banks, private equity and venture capital firms, hedge funds and consulting firms.

Its global network of over 6,000 analysts and industry experts, combined with proprietary technology, supports more than 500 financial institutions and consulting companies to operate more efficiently and unlock their human capital, driving revenue higher and transforming operations.

Acuity is headquartered in London and operates from 10 locations worldwide.

The company fosters a diverse, equitable and inclusive work environment, nurturing talent, regardless of race, gender, ethnicity or sexual orientation.

Acuity was established as a separate business from Moody's Corporation in 2019, following its acquisition by Equistone Partners Europe (Equistone).

In January 2023, funds advised by global private equity firm Permira acquired a majority stake in the business from Equistone, which remains invested as a minority shareholder.

Experience Level-15+.

Department-IT.

Location-Gurgaon.

Role Purpose :

Acuity Knowledge Partners is embarking on a global enterprise transformation spanning core business functions, finance, sales, delivery, HR, and enablement.

To ensure successful adoption and value realisation, we seek a seasoned, enterprise-grade Head of Change Management to design and lead a holistic change management strategy that aligns people, processes, and technology.

This role requires a strategic leader with deep expertise in organisational change, cultural alignment, and stakeholder management.

The ideal candidate will bring global corporate experience, strong executive presence, and world-class credentials (including Prosci certification) to drive sustainable change.

Key Responsibilities :

Strategic Leadership :

• Define and own the global change management strategy, aligned with the enterprise Target Operating Model (TOM).
• Partner with C-suite and senior leaders to embed change management into all transformation initiatives.
• Shape the change narrative and cultural journey for a multi-year transformation program.

Change Planning & Execution :

Stakeholder Engagement & Communications :

Capability Building :

Measurement & Continuous Improvement :

Required Experience & Qualifications :

Personal Attributes :

Preferred Qualifications :

Certifications in Change Management (PROSCI, ACMP, or equivalent).

Experience in HR, Finance, and Sales transformation programs.

Knowledge of behavioural science and digital workplace adoption strategies.

Background in Agile Change Management and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Success in Role :

Seamless adoption of enterprise transformation initiatives across all functions.

Clear and consistent enterprise-wide change narrative.

High levels of employee engagement and reduced change resistance.

Demonstrated improvement in operational effectiveness, agility, and scalability.

Recognition of Acuity as a change-mature, future-ready organisation.

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