Project and Change Lead (Finance Transformation)

SGS is the world’s leading Testing, Inspection and Certification company. We operate a network of over 2,500 laboratories and business facilities across 115 countries, supported by a team of over 100,000 dedicated professionals. With more than 145 years of service excellence, we combine the precision and accuracy that define Swiss companies to help organizations achieve the highest standards of quality, compliance and sustainability.
Our brand promise – “when you need to be sure” – underscores our commitment to trust, integrity and reliability, enabling businesses to thrive with confidence. We proudly deliver our expert services through the SGS name and a portfolio of trusted specialized brands, including Applied Technical Services, Brightsight, Bluesign and Nutrasource.
As a Project and Change Lead, you will combine hands-on project delivery and practical change management to support execution of a large-scale Finance transformation program.
You will be part of a global Finance transformation program (~200 projects, 70% finance-driven), driving the delivery and adoption of multiple initiatives. You will ensure that projects are not only completed, but successfully embedded into the business and delivering real impact.
Acting as the key link between program structure, stakeholders, and impacted teams, you will bring structure, clarity, and execution focus across a complex and fast-moving portfolio.
This is a practitioner role - you will focus on doing, coordinating, and delivering, not only designing frameworks.
Responsibilities
Project Delivery & Coordination
Drive execution of multiple initiatives across the Finance transformation program
Build and maintain plans, milestones, dependencies, and reporting
Ensure alignment and connectivity across projects and workstreams
Track progress, risks, and outcomes, and proactively drive resolutions
Apply appropriate delivery methodologies (Agile, Waterfall, Hybrid) depending on project type
Ensure deliverables move from completion to adoption and value realization
Change Management & Adoption
Conduct change impact assessments and stakeholder analysis
Translate program objectives into clear, actionable communication
Define and execute communication and engagement plans
Support and mobilize local stakeholders and change champions
Monitor adoption, identify gaps, and intervene to improve outcomes
Ensure impacted teams understand what is changing, why, and how it affects them
Stakeholder & Business Engagement
Partner with regional finance leaders (e.g., CFOs), SMEs, and operations teams
Coordinate across functions and geographies to ensure consistent execution
Facilitate alignment, decision-making, and issue resolution
Act as a bridge between technical teams, program leadership, and business stakeholders
Governance & Reporting
Provide clear, actionable updates to program leadership
Manage risks, dependencies, and escalation topics
Contribute to pragmatic improvements in project and change frameworks
Ensure transparency and consistency across reporting structures
Bachelor’s degree required (Master’s or MBA is a plus)
~5 years of experience in:Project Management, OR
Transformation / Program Coordination, OR
Change Management with strong delivery exposure
Experience in multinational, matrix organizations preferred
Exposure to finance transformation or operational change programs is a strong advantage
Skills
Strong project management fundamentals (planning, coordination, reporting)
Practical change management experience (impact assessment, communication, stakeholder engagement)
Ability to manage multiple initiatives of different types simultaneously
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Ability to translate complex topics into simple, actionable messages
Profile
Hands-on and execution-focused — delivers, not just designs
Pragmatic — focuses on what works in practice, not theory
Owner mindset — takes responsibility and drives work end-to-end
Fast learner — quickly understands, adapts, and applies
Business-oriented — understands operational impact and value delivery
Comfortable working in complex, fast-changing environments
Nice to Have
Experience as a change champion, project coordinator, or transformation contributor
Exposure to global transitions / operating model changes
Ability to operate across different delivery methodologies
Additional Information
Reporting line: Program Director
Location: Remote in Poland or hybrid in Katowice
Travel: up to 30%
Why SGS?
Join a globally recognized and stable company, a leader in the Testing, Inspection, and Certification (TIC) industry.
Enjoy a flexible schedule and a remote work model.
Access continuous learning opportunities through SGS University and Campus.
Collaborate in a multinational environment with colleagues from various continents.
Apply Now:
At SGS, we are committed to fostering an open, friendly, and supportive culture that thrives on teamwork. We value diversity and provide endless opportunities to learn, grow your expertise, and fulfill your potential. Apply now to join our motivated and dynamic team!