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Change Management Lead roles are a strong fit for F-1 OPT students with degrees in organizational behavior, business administration, or industrial-organizational psychology. Most positions require full-time authorization, which OPT provides for up to 12 months, with a 24-month STEM extension available for qualifying degree holders.
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Get Access To All JobsINTRODUCTION
The Analyst, Global Talent and Change Management is a key contributor on Skechers’ Global Talent and Change Management team – a function at the center of how our organization adapts and performs at scale. Reporting to the Lead, Global Talent and Change Management, this role partners across HR and the business to design, execute, and continuously improve the systems and experiences that shape how Skechers develops talent, manages performance, and navigates change.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS
- Help to design and develop talent management frameworks, tools, and materials – including facilitator guides and program resources – ensuring content is regionally relevant, scalable, and aligned to business objectives
- Coordinate talent intake processes by partnering with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) and HRIS to gather business needs, define scope, and align on timelines and deliverables for talent initiatives across client groups
- Contribute to the development and execution of change management strategies for HR and business transformation initiatives
- Draft stakeholder communications, support readiness assessments, and track adoption to ensure changes land effectively and sustainably
- Design and develop compelling information decks, visual presentations, and communication materials that effectively convey talent and organizational effectiveness (OE) initiatives to diverse audiences across the business
- Assist in the development of organizational design materials such as org charts, role mapping, and workforce planning resources
- Support the end-to-end execution of the annual performance review cycle
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide ad hoc support for internal HR projects and initiatives as needed
- Stay current on HR trends and best practices related to talent management, organizational development, and change management
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- No
Job Requirements
- Prior experience supporting or executing talent management processes, including performance reviews and talent planning is required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft clear, audience-appropriate messages and materials
- Ability to work independently with a high degree of organization, follow-through, and attention to detail
- Comfortable managing competing priorities and working effectively during high-volume periods
- Collaborative team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- 2-5 years of experience in Human Resources or a related field; equivalent internship or academic experience will be considered or experience in the business leveraging talent related tools and resources
- Experience with Workday considered a plus
- Experience working with global teams is preferred
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel. The employee is occasionally required to sit for long periods of time.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000
About Skechers
Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.
INTRODUCTION
The Analyst, Global Talent and Change Management is a key contributor on Skechers’ Global Talent and Change Management team – a function at the center of how our organization adapts and performs at scale. Reporting to the Lead, Global Talent and Change Management, this role partners across HR and the business to design, execute, and continuously improve the systems and experiences that shape how Skechers develops talent, manages performance, and navigates change.
ESSENTIAL JOB RESULTS
- Help to design and develop talent management frameworks, tools, and materials – including facilitator guides and program resources – ensuring content is regionally relevant, scalable, and aligned to business objectives
- Coordinate talent intake processes by partnering with HR Business Partners (HRBPs) and HRIS to gather business needs, define scope, and align on timelines and deliverables for talent initiatives across client groups
- Contribute to the development and execution of change management strategies for HR and business transformation initiatives
- Draft stakeholder communications, support readiness assessments, and track adoption to ensure changes land effectively and sustainably
- Design and develop compelling information decks, visual presentations, and communication materials that effectively convey talent and organizational effectiveness (OE) initiatives to diverse audiences across the business
- Assist in the development of organizational design materials such as org charts, role mapping, and workforce planning resources
- Support the end-to-end execution of the annual performance review cycle
ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Provide ad hoc support for internal HR projects and initiatives as needed
- Stay current on HR trends and best practices related to talent management, organizational development, and change management
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES
- No
Job Requirements
- Prior experience supporting or executing talent management processes, including performance reviews and talent planning is required
- Strong written and verbal communication skills with the ability to craft clear, audience-appropriate messages and materials
- Ability to work independently with a high degree of organization, follow-through, and attention to detail
- Comfortable managing competing priorities and working effectively during high-volume periods
- Collaborative team player with a positive attitude and a willingness to learn
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to accuracy
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE
- Bachelor’s degree in Human Resources, Business Administration, or a related field
- 2-5 years of experience in Human Resources or a related field; equivalent internship or academic experience will be considered or experience in the business leveraging talent related tools and resources
- Experience with Workday considered a plus
- Experience working with global teams is preferred
QUALIFICATIONS
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.
PHYSICAL DEMANDS
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; use hands to finger, handle, or feel, and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to walk; sit, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, kneel. The employee is occasionally required to sit for long periods of time.
COMPENSATION
- Salary Range: $90,000 - $115,000
About Skechers
Skechers, a global Fortune 500® company, develops and markets a diverse range of lifestyle and performance footwear, apparel, and accessories. Serving over 180 countries and territories, Skechers connects customers to products through department and specialty stores, e-commerce and digital stores, and through our more than 5,300 Skechers retail locations.
Equal Employment Opportunity
Skechers is committed to providing a safe, inclusive, and respectful work environment. Skechers provides equal employment opportunities for all employees and applicants for employment without regard race, color, religion, gender, gender identification and expression, national origin, marital status, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, or any other protected characteristic established by local, state or federal law.
Reasonable Accommodation
Applicants for employment who require a reasonable accommodation to apply for a job should request appropriate accommodation by emailing benefits@skechers.com.
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each job responsibility satisfactorily. The skills, abilities and physical demands described are representative of those duties that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities, who are otherwise qualified for the job position, to perform the essential functions.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding OPT Sponsorship in Change Management Lead
Lead with your OPT authorization upfront
State your OPT status and exact authorization end date in your cover letter and recruiter conversations. Employers evaluating Change Management Leads want certainty around start dates and work eligibility before investing in a lengthy hiring process.
Target employers with established change programs
Large organizations with dedicated change management offices, such as consulting firms and Fortune 500 companies, are far more likely to sponsor H-1B visas than startups. Their HR infrastructure is built for it, and they hire Change Management Leads regularly.
Earn a recognized change management certification
Prosci ADKAR and CCMP certifications signal professional credibility to hiring managers. For OPT students, certifications can offset limited domestic work experience and make you a stronger H-1B sponsorship candidate by demonstrating specialized, in-demand expertise.
Frame your degree as a specialty occupation match
H-1B eligibility requires the role to qualify as a specialty occupation. Connect your organizational behavior, psychology, or business degree directly to the Change Management Lead job description to strengthen the case for future sponsorship with your employer.
Build a portfolio of documented change initiatives
Employers and immigration attorneys both respond to evidence. Document change programs you led, including scope, stakeholder groups affected, and measurable outcomes. A concrete portfolio makes your specialty occupation argument harder to challenge during H-1B filing.
Negotiate a sponsorship timeline before accepting an offer
Ask directly whether the company sponsors H-1B visas and at what stage of employment. Getting clarity before you accept protects your immigration planning and ensures your OPT runway aligns with when the employer would file your H-1B petition.
Change Management Lead OPT: Frequently Asked Questions
Do Change Management Lead roles typically qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Change Management Lead positions generally qualify as H-1B specialty occupations when the role requires a bachelor's degree or higher in a specific field such as organizational behavior, business administration, or industrial-organizational psychology. The key factor is whether the job description explicitly requires a relevant degree rather than treating it as a preference. Employers with formal change management offices are most likely to support sponsorship.
Can I work as a Change Management Lead on OPT?
Yes, F-1 OPT authorizes full-time employment in any role directly related to your field of study. A Change Management Lead position typically qualifies if your degree is in business, organizational behavior, management, or a related field. Students with STEM-designated degrees in areas like industrial-organizational psychology may also qualify for the 24-month OPT extension, extending your work authorization to 36 months total.
Where can I find Change Management Lead jobs that are open to OPT candidates?
Migrate Mate lists Change Management Lead roles from employers who are open to hiring OPT students and international candidates. Filtering by OPT-friendly employers saves significant time compared to applying broadly and discovering sponsorship limitations late in the process. Browsing Migrate Mate gives you a focused pool of opportunities where your work authorization status is already understood by the employer.
Does my degree field affect whether I qualify to work as a Change Management Lead on OPT?
Yes, OPT requires that your employment be directly related to your major field of study. A Change Management Lead role most commonly aligns with degrees in business administration, organizational behavior, management, human resources, or industrial-organizational psychology. If your degree is in a less directly related field, you will need to articulate the connection clearly to your Designated School Official and potentially to future H-1B sponsors.
What should I know about the STEM OPT extension for Change Management Lead roles?
The 24-month STEM OPT extension is available only to students whose degree is on the STEM Designated Degree Program List. Organizational behavior and industrial-organizational psychology programs are sometimes STEM-designated, but business administration degrees often are not. Confirm your program's STEM status with your DSO before counting on the extension. The extension also requires your employer to be enrolled in E-Verify and to submit a formal training plan.