Northrop Grumman
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UK CITIZENSHIP REQUIRED FOR THIS POSITION: Yes
RELOCATION ASSISTANCE: No relocation assistance available
TRAVEL: Yes, 10% of the Time
Principal Business Change Consultant
Location: Cheltenham (onsite)
Salary: £56,000 - £84,000
Clearance: You must currently hold the highest level of UK Government security clearance
What’s your possible?
At Northrop Grumman UK , you are part of a team driving innovation where it matters most, solving tomorrow’s challenges and shaping the technology solutions of the future. We call it Defining Possible .
This mindset goes beyond our customer solutions. It underpins how we develop careers, support communities, and empower our people to make a meaningful impact.
This is more than just a job. It’s a mission.
As a Business Change Consultant , you'll play a pivotal role in helping our Defence and Security customers successfully deliver transformation programmes that matter. Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, you'll ensure that people are prepared, engaged, and equipped to adopt new ways of working, enabling programmes to achieve their objectives and deliver lasting benefits.
Embedded within customer organisations, you'll lead business change activities across complex programmes and enterprise-wide initiatives, helping stakeholders navigate change while driving adoption, engagement, and measurable outcomes.
This is a unique opportunity to combine your expertise in organisational change, stakeholder engagement, and Defence transformation within a business that supports some of the UK's most critical national security programmes.
+ Lead and deliver complex business change initiatives across Defence and Security programmes.
+ Develop and implement change management strategies that drive adoption, engagement, and sustainable outcomes.
+ Identify impacted stakeholders, assess organisational impacts, and create tailored change interventions.
+ Work closely with programme teams, engineering functions, and operational leaders to embed effective change practices throughout the project lifecycle.
+ Establish feedback mechanisms, monitor change effectiveness, and provide data-driven insights to stakeholders.
+ Contribute to the continuous improvement of business change methodologies, tools, and ways of working across customer environments and Northrop Grumman UK teams.
What We're Looking For
Essential Experience & Skills
+ Proven experience delivering business change within the Defence and Security sector.
+ Demonstrable success implementing structured business change methodologies across complex programmes or transformation initiatives.
+ Experience working within multidisciplinary environments including software, systems, engineering, safety, and security teams.
+ Strong stakeholder management skills with the ability to engage and influence audiences at all levels.
+ Excellent analytical, problem-solving, communication, and presentation skills.
+ Strong organisational skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities in dynamic environments.
Desirable Experience & Qualifications
+ Project management experience supporting transformation or change programmes.
+ Experience using tools such as Jira, Confluence, GitLab, Power BI, Tableau, SQL, or requirements management platforms.
+ Professional certifications such as Prosci Change Management, Six Sigma, Design for Six Sigma, BCS Business Analysis qualifications, or IIBA certifications.
+ Experience supporting business transformation across engineering and corporate functions.
We understand that talented people don't always meet every requirement. If you're excited about this opportunity and believe you can make a difference, we'd encourage you to apply even if your experience doesn't align with every point listed above.
At Northrop Grumman UK, we recognise that our people are our greatest strength. That's why we offer a comprehensive benefits package including:
+ Flexible working options, including hybrid arrangements and compressed fortnights with every other Friday off
+ Private healthcare, dental cover, life assurance, and competitive pension scheme
+ Flexible benefits package including critical illness cover and health cash plans
+ Holiday buy and sell scheme
+ Career development and learning programmes
+ Annual performance incentive programme
+ Employee assistance and wellbeing support
Why Join Us?
A Mission to Believe In
Every day, our people contribute to building a more secure and connected world. Whether supporting Defence, national security, or critical technology programmes, your work will have real-world impact. You'll also have opportunities to engage with employee networks, STEM outreach activities, and community initiatives.
A Place to Belong and Thrive
We believe diverse perspectives drive innovation. We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where every individual feels respected, valued, and empowered to contribute.
Your Career, Your Way
From professional development and mentoring to exposure across complex programmes and emerging technologies, we'll help you build a career that aligns with your ambitions and strengths.
Ready to apply?
Yes – Submit your application online.
Possibly – Reach out to our team for more information at talentenquiries@uk.ngc.com
No – Explore other opportunities with Northrop Grumman UK. We're continuing to grow across the UK and are always looking for talented people to help us define possible.
Northrop Grumman is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce, and encourages individuals from all backgrounds and all abilities to apply and consider becoming a part of our diverse and inclusive workforce.
Job Category: Technical Support
£56,000 – £84,000 / year
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