Commissioning Manager

About The Job

Contract type:
Permanent. Hours per week: 37. Salary: £47,181–£50,269 a year plus £3,203 car benefit allowance. Commissioning Manager to develop and deliver commissioning strategies that will transform the lives of residents in Luton. The Commissioning Service sits within the Population Wellbeing Directorate and works with Health Partners and local Voluntary and Community Sector to find innovative solutions. The role will be a core member of the Commissioning Team, delivering work across a range of portfolios, developing new commissioning strategies, and playing a key role in monitoring the delivery of existing services to drive performance.

Applicants must meet work demands, targets and deadlines, and have the ability to manage staff and budget responsibilities. Please note this role does not attract sponsorship.

• Dynamic Commissioner who wants to make a difference to people accessing Adult Social Care services.
• Passionate about working with residents, providers, partners and staff to maximise resident outcomes and Value for Money.
• Great interpersonal, data analysis and project management skills.

We welcome applications from all sections of the community and are committed to developing a workforce that reflects the diversity of our borough.

• 25 to 32 days’ annual leave, linked to length of service and grade.
• Buying annual leave scheme: buy up to 20 days additional annual leave.
• Career Pathways: step up in your career or move into a specialist area.
• Pension scheme: generous employer contributions up to 20.2% (July 2023) and 3x salary death in service grant.
• Generous relocation package: up to £8,000 (subject to eligibility).
• Employee Assistance Programme: free 24/7 confidential counselling and wellbeing support to employees and eligible dependents.
• Work/life balance: flexible working options including working from home where possible; requests for part-time hours and alternative patterns welcomed.
• Training and support: unlimited access to development courses, mentoring and support, and clear career pathways.
• Staff offers: discounts on MOT, gym, fitness, restaurants, salons.
• Arriva Travel Club: savings on local bus travel.