AI Adoption Change Lead

4 days ago


City of Edinburgh, United Kingdom Version 1 Full time

Company Description Version 1 has celebrated over 28 years in Technology Services and continues to be trusted by global brands to deliver solutions that drive customer success. We foster strong partnerships with leading technology giants including Microsoft, AWS, Oracle, Red Hat, OutSystems, and Snowflake, ensuring our customers receive the highest quality solutions and services. We’re an award‑winning employer that places our employees at the heart of what we do. We hire people who share our values and reward those who display and foster them. Invest in us and we’ll invest in you. Job Description We’re hiring an AI Adoption Change Lead to deliver the DSIT AI Code Assistant Adoption Programme—a high‑visibility, cross‑government initiative transforming how 1,000+ civil service engineers work with AI. This is a hands‑on delivery role at the intersection of change management and public sector delivery, enabling 8–12 departmental champions to drive sustainable adoption and embedding lasting behaviours. What You’ll Do Implement sector‑specific change strategies for assigned departments. Onboard and enable 8–12 departmental champions via ADKAR training and coaching. Design and run workshops, skills labs, and facilitated “future of work” conversations. Diagnose ADKAR blockages and design targeted interventions. Create sector‑specific adaptations (archetypes, language guides, quick‑wins libraries). Build champions’ confidence and capability to independently drive change. Qualifications Prosci ADKAR Certification or Prosci Certified Change Practitioner. Degree or postgraduate qualification in OD, HR, Organisational Psychology, Business, Change, or related field. 5–10 years of progressive change delivery experience in complex environments. Evidence of continuous professional development in change management. Desirable Sector experience in NHS, Justice, Local Government, Emergency Services, or Education. Experience with AI or emerging technology adoption programmes. Centre of Excellence / practice‑building experience. Chartered MCIPD (or working towards). Executive coaching credentials (ILM L7, EMCC, ICF). Additional methods (Kotter, Bridges, Lean Change). Security clearance (SC clear). SC clearance can be obtained via the ADS partnership if required. Additional Information Benefits include: Quarterly Performance‑Related Profit Share Scheme. Career progression and mentorship through Strength in Balance & Leadership schemes and a dedicated quarterly Pathways Career Development programme. Flexible/remote working and support for work‑life balance. Pension, Private Healthcare Cover, Life Assurance, financial advice, and employee discount scheme. Gym discounts, Bike to Work, fitness classes, mindfulness workshops, Employee Assistance Programme, generou holiday allowance, enhanced maternity/paternity leave, marriage/civil partnership leave and special leave policies. Educational assistance, incentivised certifications and accreditations (AWS, Microsoft, Oracle, Red Hat). Reward schemes including Annual Excellence Awards and a 'Call‑Out' platform. Environment, Social and Community First initiatives allowing involvement in local fundraising and development opportunities. Contact: Ashley.Smith@version1.com Seniority level Mid‑Senior level Employment type Full‑time Job function Information Technology Industries IT Services and IT Consulting Location Edinburgh, Scotland, United Kingdom #J-18808-Ljbffr



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