From Science Labs to Change Management: A Career Fueled by Curiosity
Discover how Tayla Kneller pivoted from science research to IT and change management at Akkodis, driven by curiosity and a passion for people.
5 minutes
22nd of September, 2025
Not every career path is straightforward. For Tayla Kneller, Business Consulting Practice Manager at Akkodis, the journey began in environmental science research before curiosity led her toward IT, science outreach, and eventually, organizational change management. Along the way, she realized her true passion was about people—helping them adapt, grow, and succeed.
How a Career Pivot Opened the Door to Growth and Opportunity
Tayla began her professional journey as an environmental science researcher, but she soon realized that her true passion was not just in data and experiments—it was in supporting people. This discovery led her to pivot into IT support and science outreach, where guiding others through challenges and helping them adapt became the most fulfilling part of her work.
Key takeaway: A career pivot can unlock unexpected opportunities to grow, build new skills, and make a meaningful impact.
Change Management Insights: Connecting Skills, Strategy and People
At Akkodis, Tayla was introduced to experienced organizational change managers who helped her recognize how her existing strengths could translate into a new career. She discovered that the very skills she had cultivated over time—explaining complex concepts, guiding people through challenges, and providing consistent support—were also the core competencies required in effective change management.
At Akkodis, Tayla was introduced to experienced organizational change managers who helped her recognize how her existing strengths could translate into a new career.
This realization became the turning point in her professional journey. By connecting her passion for helping people with the strategic side of business transformation, Tayla built the foundation for a fulfilling career in organizational change management, where communication, empathy, and adaptability drive lasting impact.
Why Change Management Work Matters for People and Organizations
For Tayla, change management is about more than processes on paper. It’s about understanding problems, finding solutions, and making sure change truly works for the people experiencing it.
I love to come in, figure out the problem, and make sure the change sticks in a way that works for people.
– Tayla Kneller
Exploring Career Growth in Change Management at Akkodis
Tayla’s journey shows that careers at Akkodis aren’t defined by titles alone. They’re about curiosity, adaptability, and finding where you can make a difference.
Whether you’re pivoting from another discipline or building directly in business consulting, there’s room to grow and create lasting impact.
Ready to Shape Change?
If you’re driven by curiosity and want to help people navigate transformation, this is your chance to join a team where change is about more than strategy—it’s about people.
