VP, Transformation & Change Enablement

Lazard is one of the world’s preeminent financial advisory and asset management firms. Our people and culture make the difference. While global in presence and reach, ours is a close, collaborative community of just over 3,000 professionals. Lazard is a place of continuous knowledge sharing, skill development and relationship building, where professionals grow and succeed together. Our entrepreneurial culture, flat structure and embrace of individual differences, allow creative ideas, original concepts, and unique perspectives to drive our business forward — and for careers to take flight. In our pursuit of Lazard 2030 and beyond, we’ve created a permanent, embedded transformation capability within Lazard — one that operates with the rigor and pace of a top-tier consulting firm while carrying full accountability for implementation outcomes. This role sits at the intersection of organizational design and human change management — the critical bridge between what the technology enables and what the organization can actually absorb. We’ll trust you to Lead the people and process dimension of every transformation project Redesign operating models and re-engineer processes across corporate and support functions Design and execute change management frameworks that drive adoption at all levels Build internal communications and training infrastructure that makes change stick Navigate stakeholder complexity across senior leadership, middle management, and frontline staff You’ll need to have 5-8 years of consulting experience focused on operating model and organizational design Demonstrated process mapping, optimization and re-engineering experience, from concept through implementation Change management framework design and execution expertise (Prosci / ADKAR preferred) Exceptional stakeholder engagement, workshop facilitation and executive communication abilities Previous experience designing training programs with measurable impact An innovative and creative AI-assisted approach to process analysis and documentation What we offer We strive to enhance the total health and well-being of our employees through comprehensive, competitive benefits. Our goal is to offer a highly individualized employee experience that enables you to balance your commitments to career, family, and community. When you work for Lazard, you are working for an organization that cares about your unique talents and passions, and will continue to invest in the development of your career. We expect the base salary range for this role to be approximately $140,000-$175,000 USD. Various factors contribute to determining the actual base compensation offered, including but not limited to the applicant’s years of relevant experience, career tenure, qualifications, level of education attained, certifications or other professional licenses held, relevant skills for the role. Base salary is one component of Lazard’s compensation package, which also includes comprehensive benefits and may include incentive compensation. Representation at Lazard Lazard is an intellectual capital business committed to delivering the best advice and solutions to clients. To achieve these objectives, we focus on attracting, developing and retaining the best talent. We believe that a workforce comprised of people who represent a wide array of backgrounds, experiences and perspectives creates a rich variety of thought that empowers us to challenge conventional wisdom, solve problems creatively and make better decisions. Lazard was built on the premise that a multicultural firm can best serve a global clientele. As a global firm that has grown organically from local roots in different countries, we have a deep tradition of respecting and appreciating individual differences. Doing so has been core to our success for over 175 years. We are committed to sustaining an environment where every colleague is supported in their professional pursuits, can maximize their individual potential and contribute to our collective success. #LI-CN1