Change Management Lead - Reg Reporting

Job Title: Change Management Lead Location: Duration: 12-Month Contract with Possible Extension / Conversion

Our client is seeking a highly organized and experienced Change Management Lead to manage and execute change management activities within a complex financial services environment. This critical role will be responsible for planning, executing, and overseeing change management activities related to both the implementation of new regulations and business-as-usual (BAU) remediation activities .

The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of regulatory reporting requirements, capital markets practices, and regulatory change , along with proven experience managing complex change initiatives in a fast-paced environment.

Manage regulatory reporting projects , ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and regulatory requirements. Lead key elements of upcoming regulatory initiatives, including impact assessments, gap analyses, implementation plans, and remediation activities . Develop and implement change management strategies for non-financial regulatory reporting , including communication, stakeholder engagement, and training. Lead project teams consisting of Project Managers and Business Analysts , providing guidance, direction, and mentorship. Work closely with multiple business functions, including Operations, Middle Office, Front Office, Technology, Compliance, Legal, and Finance , to execute policy, process, and technology changes. Partner with senior management and key stakeholders to ensure organizational alignment and buy-in throughout the change lifecycle. Liaise with Business Execution and Transformation teams on program oversight, risk monitoring, financial and administrative reporting, and overall program progress. Support program and project governance, including facilitating steering committees, working groups, and governance forums . Identify, track, and manage key project risks, resolving or escalating issues as appropriate to prevent delays and cost overruns. Ensure project and workstream deliverables meet requirements, quality standards, timelines, budgets, and established governance expectations. Help minimize regulatory, operational, and reputational risk through effective program execution. Support senior management in representing the organization in industry working groups and managing relationships with relevant external stakeholders.

8–10+ years of financial services experience .

Experience in regulatory change, regulatory reporting, transformation, or program/project management .

Strong knowledge of capital markets products , including cash securities, exchange-traded derivatives, and/or OTC derivatives.

Experience with one or more non-financial regulatory reporting frameworks , such as:

Demonstrated experience successfully implementing projects, operational process changes, and process improvements .

Experience leading initiatives across multiple functional areas, including Business Management, Middle Office, Compliance, Legal, Technology, and Operations .

Experience gathering, defining, and documenting business and technology requirements, test plans, project plans, and other project management artifacts .

Strong stakeholder management and consulting skills, with the ability to facilitate discussions, resolve conflicting requirements, and build strong internal relationships.

Experience leading and/or mentoring Project Managers and Business Analysts .

Management consulting experience is a plus.

Excellent organizational, project, and program management skills.

Ability to proactively manage changing priorities. Ability to lead planning sessions and drive effective decision-making. Comfortable working under pressure and managing tight deadlines. Strong understanding of project planning, monitoring, resource management, and delivery controls. Ability to develop and present management-level presentations and reporting. Ability to understand technical implications related to system design and implementation. Ability to work independently, manage multiple priorities, and take ownership of initiatives. Strong Microsoft Office skills, including Excel, PowerPoint, Visio, and Project .

Bachelor's/University degree required.