Commissioning and Contract Manager

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across commissioning and contract management activity, shaping sustainable services and influencing system-wide improvement
• Lead the development and delivery of commissioning strategies and service models that improve outcomes and enable people to live better lives
• Build and influence effective relationships with providers, partners and stakeholders to shape the market and support sustainable, high-quality provision
• Provide oversight and challenge on contract performance, driving continuous improvement, value for money and strong governance across commissioned services
• Champion co-production lived experience and partnership working to influence service delivery and deliver person-centred, strengths-based approaches
• Use data, insight, performance and financial information to inform strategic decisions, prioritise resources and support long-term service improvement
• Lead and develop high-performing teams, creating clarity, accountability and a positive culture that supports people to perform at their best and deliver continuous improvement
• Lead assurance on risk, quality and safeguarding, ensuring commissioned services are compliant, resilient and responsive to changing needs

• Have experience in commissioning and/or contract management, ideally within Adult Social Care or a related field
• Understand the Care Act 2014 and key commissioning principles
• Are confident working with a range of stakeholders, building strong relationships and influencing outcomes
• Have strong analytical, communication and problem-solving skills
• Can manage competing priorities and work effectively in a changing environment
• Are committed to delivering high-quality, person-centred services