Independent Change Leaders
Connecting independent professionals to meaningful work and lasting partnerships
Across every industry, talented professionals are rethinking how they work. Senior consultants, transformation directors, programme managers and advisors are choosing independence. They’re balancing flexibility with purpose and joining a new movement of trusted specialists shaping how change gets done.
At changemaker, we recognise that independence doesn’t mean isolation. We work with independent change leaders not just to place them on projects, but to partner with them for the long term. We help you find, deliver, and sustain work that aligns with your values, expertise, and style.
Our goal is simple:
To help you do work that matters, with people who care, for organisations that are ready to change.
A trusted community for independent change leaders
changemaker is a UK-based change management consultancy and service that partners with independent consultants, interims and transformation professionals across all sectors.
We help you:
- Find your next engagement, through our Resourcing for Change network.
- Deliver your current programme, with structure, governance and expert support.
- Stay connected between projects, as part of a trusted community of practitioners.
Our approach is people-first, partnership-led, and values-driven. Whether you’re leading a transformation, advising on culture, or supporting programme recovery, we’ll help you focus on impact, while we handle structure, communication and delivery alignment.
A community built around trust, opportunity and delivery
changemaker is a UK-based change management service and consultancy that partners with HR leaders, Chiefs of Staff and L&D teams to design, deliver and embed transformation into their organisations with humanity and discipline.
We act as an extension of your team, protecting credibility, aligning stakeholders and ensuring that change lands in the right way. Whether it’s a cultural reset, digital transformation or leadership development programme, we help you build trust, engagement and resilience across the organisation.
Our work connects three core disciplines – Human Change, Change Design, and Change Delivery – to help HR lead transformation projects that stick.
Resourcing for Change
Finding your next opportunity
Our Resourcing for Change network connects experienced professionals with organisations who value both expertise and empathy. We work proactively to match you with the right projects, from short-term assignments to major transformation programmes.
We look beyond job titles and CVs to understand your motivations, values, and preferred ways of working. Because when the cultural fit is right, results follow naturally.
Partnering on delivery
Connecting culture, leadership and strategy
When you’re engaged on a changemaker programme, you’re never operating alone.
Our Change Design, Change Delivery, and Human Change services provide the frameworks, governance and people insight that amplify your impact.
We can help with:
- Structured planning and stakeholder alignment.
- Delivery assurance, reporting and data clarity.
- Coaching and facilitation that bring people with you.
It’s the combination of independence and interdependence. It’s the freedom to work your own way, with the support and credibility of a trusted brand behind you.
Human Change
Staying connected, supported and inspired
We know that being independent can sometimes feel solitary.
That’s why we invest in community, coaching, and peer connection, offering independent professionals access to insights, events and opportunities to learn and share.
Our Human Change practice supports you in managing energy, building resilience, and maintaining confidence during demanding projects. We believe in the wellbeing and sustainability of the people who make change happen.
How we support your change journey
At changemaker, we take a comprehensive and holistic approach to change, offering a wide range of services across four key areas:
Change Design
Supporting you in exploring what change might look like, or navigating your way to realising the change you desire.
Change Delivery
Implementing the governance and skills to plan and deliver change in an ambiguous world.
Human Change
Supporting the human being in understanding why and how to change to realise their full potential.
The Impact
Working with changemaker, independent change leaders gain:
- A trusted network that helps you find meaningful work.
- Partnership and delivery support that make projects run smoothly.
- A people-first community that values honesty, respect and integrity.
- Access to changemaker-led programmes and client introductions.
- Connection, confidence and continuity between projects.
We don’t just find you work, we help you thrive in it.
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Frequently asked questions
Here are some common questions about how we help organisations deliver change more effectively, with the right governance and approach.
How can changemaker help me find my next opportunity?
We connect independent professionals to clients across the UK through our Resourcing for Change network, matching you with assignments that fit your interests, expertise, and purpose.
Do I have to be a change manager to join?
Not at all. We work with consultants, analysts, project leaders, coaches, advisors and transformation specialists from every background who share our people-first approach.
What kind of clients do you work with?
Our programmes span sectors including technology, automotive, finance, healthcare and manufacturing, from FTSE businesses to high-growth scale-ups.
How can I get involved with changemaker programmes?
You can register your interest through our associate network or by reaching out directly. We’ll explore how your expertise aligns with current or upcoming client needs.
Is there a community aspect between projects?
Yes. We stay in touch through calls, events and forums, sharing insights, opportunities and connections. We’re building a collective of independents who want to do good work together.
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