Introduction
Together, we're working to welcome millions more passengers, while ensuring aviation can continue to be a force for good by leading global efforts in sustainability. At Heathrow, you can be part of this – providing solutions that make every journey better for millions each year. That means ensuring we meet the changing needs of the passengers, colleagues and partners who use our airport to work, travel, trade, shop, eat, explore and connect. Our Solutions team covers project management, process improvement, business change, technology, cyber defence, masterplanning, infrastructure and procurement. It brings together people with the skills to deliver prestigious and often large-scale projects, from transforming terminals to making big reductions in our carbon emissions.
Every day will test your skills and give you the opportunity to make your mark. You might be working with the technology and data that power our city within a city, driving vital commercial agreements with everyone from retailers to airlines, or improving the unique infrastructure that includes everything from 200 buildings to 250 HV substations. It's a collaborative environment, where you can rely on the support of the experts around you as you take on projects you'll both take pride in and feel passionate about.
Job Description
Join a dynamic team at the heart of Heathrow's transformation. As Business Change Manager, you'll lead cross-functional teams to deliver impactful change programmes that align with our strategic vision: to be an extraordinary airport, fit for the future. Operating in a complex, fast-paced environment, you'll collaborate with stakeholders across the business and industry to drive capital, process, and technological change. With a strong focus on people and process, you'll ensure successful project delivery and measurable business benefits - shaping the experience of millions of passengers every year.
Your role will involve
* Work with cross-functional teams to identify, develop, and implement business change strategies and operational improvements.
* Formulate and manage the portfolio plan, including planning, coordination, and reporting of programmes and projects.
* Use strong internal networks and awareness of Heathrow's business planning to overcome barriers and drive strategic change.
* Lead and deliver business change initiatives that may sit outside of capital programmes.
* Act as the concept guardian throughout project lifecycles to ensure original intent and benefits are realised.
* Capture solution benefits, build robust business cases, and lead prioritisation aligned to Heathrow's strategic vision.
These Skills Are Essential
* Strong problem-solving, analytical, and data management capabilities to support effective decision-making.
* Proven ability to lead cross-functional and technical programmes or projects, driving delivery in complex environments.
* Excellent communication skills with experience engaging diverse stakeholder groups and inspiring collaboration.
* High proficiency in IT tools to support planning, reporting, and project delivery.
* Demonstrated success in building and leading high-performing teams, including virtual and cross-departmental groups.
* Skilled in creating and executing project and programme plans, supported by compelling business cases and strategic alignment.
Ideally, you will also have:
* Business change expertise supported by relevant qualifications or frameworks (e.g. Prosci).
* Project management experience or certification (e.g. APM), with a track record of successful delivery.
* Strong networking and relationship-building skills across Heathrow and the wider airport industry.
* In-depth understanding of end-to-end passenger journey processes and operational impacts.
About Us
There's something so special about working at the world's most iconic airport. Its sights. Its sounds. Its constant air of excitement. Heathrow is an amazing backdrop to a career filled with unique opportunities.
Every day, you'll discover a world full of fresh possibilities and end the day buzzing with stories to tell, as you encounter people from all cultures, nationalities and experiences. A world full of pride for what we do and no end of exciting career prospects to explore.
It brings out the best in all of us. And inspires everyone to deliver on our ambitious plans. Together, we're working to welcome millions more passengers while ensuring aviation can continue to be a force for good by leading global efforts in sustainability.
Join us on that journey and we'll help you achieve your ambitions too. Supporting you to learn, encouraging you to be yourself, backing you to achieve more than you might ever have imagined. Because there's no place like Heathrow.
Our rewards
We offer competitive salaries and excellent benefits that will support you now and in the future. As well as performance-based annual bonuses and our longer-term Share in Success Bonus plans, we also offer generous annual leave allowances and market-leading pensions. With family friendly policies, access to private health insurance and a wide range of wellbeing tools, we'll support you to be at your best inside and outside work. And of course, we'll provide varied learning and development opportunities too. Here you'll find everything you need for a fulfilling career journey that can take you in exciting directions.
Working Location
Our Hybrid working approach offers the opportunity for colleagues in some roles to work from home for an average of two days a week, providing the flexibility to work in an agile way whilst ensuring we deliver for the operational needs of Heathrow. Working arrangements vary from team to team and will be confirmed during the recruitment process. You'll need to be based in the UK and within a commutable distance to Heathrow.
Sustainable Travel to work
Heathrow's Sustainable Travel Guide sets out easy and sustainable travel options that everyone can access.
Equal Opportunities
As an equal opportunities employer, we encourage applications from all. We believe that diverse talent makes us stronger – not least because we welcome passengers from all corners of the globe, every single day. Heathrow is an accessible place to work. With five diversity networks, we champion inclusivity and celebrate individuality.