Operations and Change Manager

Posted 6 days 5 hours ago by The Mathematical Association

Permanent
Not Specified
Other
Not Specified, United Kingdom
Job Description

The MA, alongside a number of partners, are working to expand and develop how we support mathematics education. Central to this is the joint development of a new association that will bring together people from across the whole mathematics education community.

To help us achieve this, we are looking for an experienced and empathetic Operations & Change Manager to lead the successful integration of two office locations and staff teams within our association. This is a key short-term role, supporting both the practical and people aspects of the merger, ensuring minimal disruption to services and a smooth transition for staff and stakeholders.

The ideal candidate will have a strong background in change management or organisational development, ideally within the voluntary or public sector, and a passion for values-led leadership.

Key Responsibilities

Project Management & Planning

  • Develop and deliver a clear, time-bound transition plan for the merger of two offices and their staff teams, which total around 10 staff.

  • Coordinate the logistical aspects of the merger, including workspace planning, IT/data transfers, supplier liaison and operational systems.

  • Ensure day-to-day services continue to run smoothly throughout the transition.

Staff Integration & Communication

  • Work closely with the CEO to support team alignment, role clarity, and internal communications.

  • Offer interim line management, support and/or supervision to a small staff team

  • Facilitate team-building and change management initiatives to support culture integration.

Stakeholder Engagement

  • Provide regular updates to the CEO and trustees.

  • Engage with key internal and external stakeholders to ensure buy-in and transparency.

  • Maintain clear and open communication channels across both merging offices.

Reporting & Handover

  • Track and report progress against key milestones.

  • Identify risks and mitigation strategies as the merger progresses.

  • Provide a full handover and final report, including lessons learned and recommendations for long-term sustainability.

Person Specification

Essential

  • Proven experience managing organisational change projects or mergers, ideally in the charity or non-profit sector.

  • Excellent project management and problem-solving skills.

  • Strong interpersonal and leadership skills, with the ability to support teams through change.

  • High emotional intelligence and the ability to manage sensitive conversations with care.

  • Confident communicator with experience of engaging with a range of audiences, including reporting to senior leaders or boards.

  • Effective line manager with the ability to support, motivate and empower team members.

  • Knowledge of UK employment practices and charity operations.

  • Strong IT skills including an understanding of Office 365 and the ability to produce plans and reports.

  • Able to use own initiative, prioritise, make decisions and plan work to meet deadlines.

  • Access to own transport and full clean UK driving licence.

Desirable

  • Experience in office relocation or integration of services.

  • Familiarity with safeguarding, data protection, or regulatory requirements in the charity sector.

What We Offer

  • A collaborative and supportive working environment

  • Flexible working arrangements where possible

  • The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the future of a new association

  • 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 4 occasional days (pro rata)