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Join Takeda as a Change Management Lead R&D Implementation Office, Director where you will provide leadership for the design, implementation, delivery and measurement of the Future Fit Development Model Change Management journey and lead all change management strategies and activities ensuring alignment with desired organizational goals. Provide proven change management best practices to help Takeda navigate a complex change journey for R&D. You will also partner with leaders and functions across R&D to support the evolution of the new way of working and ensure that key stakeholders are ready to be part of the change and support the R&D Implementation Office in managing priorities and key stakeholder groups during change enablement journey. Ensure connectivity with workstreams and partnered functions to enable consistency and learnings across the broader program. As part of the Strategy and Operations Implementation Office, you will report to the Head of Strategy and Operations Implementation Office and work with a wide variety of teams across the R&D organization. How you will contribute: Provide change management strategy and solutions to support complex business process changes Define and implement global Change Management processes and tools for Future Fit Contribute to the design of change management standards Coordinate with peers in workstreams to ensure a consistent, high quality approach to change management throughout Future Fit (FF) and R&D Establish and maintain processes for evaluating effectiveness of change management efforts. Review change management and training plans to ensure adequacy. May engage and collaborate with third party vendors to develop and deliver change management solutions. Assess and verify that change management plans have the desired impact and adjust as needed. Share status of change journey with R&D IO and beyond to ensure awareness of progress Mentor staff in the design, development and execution of change management efforts. Partner with Communications, Workstreams and other R&D functions to ensure connection and consistency in the change management journey. Minimum Requirements/Qualifications: Advanced degree in life sciences and pharmaceutical fields. At least 10 years' experience leading complex in a multi-disciplinary, global environment More than 8 years of relevant management experience Demonstrated ability to positively influence outcomes, key project decisions, and strategic problem-solving Proven ability to communicate clearly and present key information objectively to all levels of the organization including executive management What Takeda can offer you: Comprehensive Healthcare: Medical, Dental, and Vision Financial Planning & Stability: 401(k) with company match and Annual Retirement Contribution Plan Health & Wellness programs including onsite flu shots and health screenings Generous time off for vacation and the option to purchase additional vacation days Community Outreach Programs and company match of charitable contributions Family Planning Support Flexible Work Paths Tuition reimbursement More about us: At Takeda, we are transforming patient care through the development of novel specialty pharmaceuticals and best in class patient support programs. Takeda is a patient-focused company that will inspire and empower you to grow through life-changing work. Certified as a Global Top Employer, Takeda offers stimulating careers, encourages innovation, and strives for excellence in everything we do. We foster an inclusive, collaborative workplace, in which our teams are united by an unwavering commitment to deliver Better Health and a Brighter Future to people around the world. In accordance with the CO Equal Pay Act, Colorado Applicants Are Not Permitted to Apply. #RM-LI EEO Statement Takeda is proud in its commitment to creating a diverse workforce and providing equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, parental status, national origin, age, disability, citizenship status, genetic information or characteristics, marital status, status as a Vietnam era veteran, special disabled veteran, or other protected veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws, and any other characteristic protected by law. Locations Boston, MAWorker Type EmployeeWorker Sub-Type RegularTime Type Full time