Operations and Change Manager

Mathematical Association

Length of contract
6 month

Salary
£39000 - £40000 per year

About the Organisation

MA, alongside a number of partners, is 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.

About the role

To help us achieve this, we are looking for an experienced and empathetic Operations and 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.

Responsibilities

Project Management and 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 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.

Skills, Competencies & Experience

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 a full, clean UK driving licence.

Desirable:

• Experience in office relocation and integration of services.
• Familiarity with safeguarding, data protection, or regulatory requirements in the charity sector.

Compensation & Benefits

• 24 days annual leave plus 8 bank holidays and 4 occasional days (pro rata)
• A collaborative and supportive working environment
• The opportunity to make a tangible impact on the future of a new association

Working locations

• Remotely working in Derby, UK

How to apply

• Apply online
• Please submit your CV and a short covering letter outlining how your experience aligns with the role.

Interviews

• Interviews: w/c 8th September 2025

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