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Requisition ID: 40473
A Career in Beer and Beyond:
At Molson Coors, we take on big challenges and defy the status quo. Building on a proud legacy and an incredible portfolio of brands, we’re boldly shaping the future of the beverage industry. And that takes remarkable people: curious thinkers, tenacious problem-solvers, and people willing to take smart risks and fail forward.
We seek, value and respect everyone’s unique perspectives and experiences knowing that we are stronger together. We collaborate as a team and celebrate each other’s successes.
Crafted Highlights:
In the role of IT Organizational Change Management Partner, based in Milwaukee, Wisconsin, you will be part of the Organizational Change Management Team within our Information Technology organization. You will provide change management leadership and own the development and execution of change strategies for IT projects and IT-supported initiatives across Molson Coors. In this role, you will translate complex and evolving project information into sustainable, relevant and meaningful change strategies, plans and deliverables that prepare people for change and drive adoption.
This position reports to the Manager, IT Organizational Change Management and works closely with leaders and employees at all levels across the organization. You will serve as a trusted thought partner to project teams and business leaders, using sound judgment to move change management work forward even when information is incomplete or the path is not yet clearly defined. You’ll take initiative to gather information, ask thoughtful questions and engage the right people to develop recommendations and solutions.
You will coach leaders to effectively fulfill their roles as change sponsors and equip managers to guide their teams through change. You will partner directly with impacted employees and end users to understand barriers, build readiness and drive successful adoption, using defined outcome metrics to evaluate effectiveness and sustainment.
The Responsibilities:
- Assess change impacts and readiness: Conduct impact and readiness assessments; identify impacted stakeholders, processes and teams; and translate findings into clear priorities and recommended actions.
- Own the change strategy: Develop and drive change strategies that support business outcomes and adoption. Navigate ambiguity with curiosity and sound judgment, making informed recommendations even when information is incomplete or priorities are evolving.
- Be a self-starter who builds trust and influence: Take initiative to gather information, ask thoughtful questions and engage people at all levels to solve problems and develop solutions. Build trusted relationships, constructively challenge assumptions and influence alignment around a path forward.
- Drive change management execution: Translate strategy into action using Molson Coors change management methodologies and tools to drive and measure stakeholder engagement, leadership alignment, readiness, adoption and sustainment.
- Lead communication and engagement: Develop and deliver audience-focused communications and engagement activities that help people understand what is changing, why it matters and what they need to do.
- Enable learning and adoption: Partner with project teams, subject matter experts and impacted stakeholders to identify learning needs and develop training and knowledge solutions that prepare employees to successfully adopt new ways of working.
- Measure, adapt and sustain change: Use outcome measures, feedback and insights to identify gaps and adjust change approaches while modeling Molson Coors values through curiosity, accountability and collaboration.
The Other Qualifications:
- You have a bachelor’s degree OR equivalent experience (4+ years) in the field of Change Management or relevant discipline (e.g., Psychology, Project Management, Communication, Training & Development).
- You have at least 3 years experience in Change Management, IT Project Management, and/or Training & Development or related process improvement and business management experience.
- You have familiarity with project management approaches including Agile and Waterfall, along with the tools and phases of the project lifecycle and experience supporting large-scale organizational change.
- You are open to travel, as the role requires traveling up to 25% of the time.
- You have exceptional written and verbal communication skills and can tailor your approach to effectively engage audiences at all levels of the organization, including field-based teams and external partners.
- You build trust and strong relationships through collaboration, credibility and open communication and can influence others toward a shared vision or outcome.
- You are a curious, self-starting problem-solver who is comfortable navigating ambiguity. You seek out information, ask thoughtful questions and take initiative to move work forward.
- You bring strong business acumen and an understanding of organizational and cultural differences, allowing you to recognize challenges, understand business priorities and adapt your approach accordingly.
- You are organized and thoughtful in planning strategy and tactics while remaining flexible as priorities and business needs evolve.
- You embrace complex challenges, take accountability for results, act with integrity and follow through on commitments.
- You demonstrate our core values through a thirst for learning, a willingness to challenge the status quo and a commitment to helping yourself and others grow.
Work Perks that You Need to Know About:
- Flexible work programs that support work life balance including a hybrid work model of 4 days in the office.
- We care about our People and Planet and have challenged ourselves with stretch goals around our key priorities.
- We care about our communities and play our part to make a difference – from charitable donations to hitting the streets together to build parks, giving back to the community is part of our culture and who we are.
- Engagement with a variety of Employee Resource Groups, which can provide volunteer opportunities, leadership experience, and networking through the organization.
- Ability to grow and develop your career centered around our First Choice Learning and Untapped development opportunities.
- Participation in our Total Rewards program with a competitive base salary, incentive plans, parental leave, health, dental, vision, 401k option with incredible employer match, generous paid time off plans, an engaging Wellness Program, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) with amazing resources.
- On site Pub, access to cool brand clothing and swag, top events and, of course... free beer and beverages!
- Work within a fast paced and innovative company, meeting passionate colleagues and partners with diverse backgrounds and experiences.
Molson Coors is an equal opportunity employer. We invite applications from candidates of all backgrounds, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic. If you have a disability and believe you need a reasonable accommodation during the application or recruitment processes, please e-mail jobs@molsoncoors.com.
Pay and Benefits: At Molson Coors, we’re committed to paying people fairly and equitably for the work they do.
Job Posting Total Rewards Offerings: $72,500.00 - $95,100.00 (posting salary range) + 10% target short term incentive + $23,000 on average spent on benefits per employee, including but not limited to health, dental, vision, retirement with above market employer match, wellness incentives and EAP + paid time off (including holidays, vacation days and sick days).
The posting range provided above for salary is what we, in good faith, believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting. We ultimately pay based on a number of non-discriminatory factors that inform pay decisions including but not limited to the required work location, previous work experience, skill set and internal equity.
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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.