Commissioning and Transformation Programme Manager

Venn Group; London; On-site; GBP 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A London-based recruitment agency is seeking an Interim Commissioning & Transformation Programme Manager for a 3-month contract. This hybrid role is essential in shaping and delivering integrated commissioning strategies to improve outcomes for children and families. Candidates must have a proven track record in programme delivery and demonstrate commissioning experience in children's services.

Benefits

Recommendation scheme with vouchers

Hybrid work model

Qualifications

• Proven leader in programme delivery.
• Demonstrable commissioning experience, ideally in Children’s joint commissioning.
• Strong sector insight into local authorities and integrated care systems.

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the overarching work programme for the new function.
• Drive the rollout of a joined-up commissioning approach across the Council and NHS.
• Spearhead priority initiatives in child and adolescent mental health.

Skills

Strategic project management

Planning and reporting

Risk control

Influence and collaboration

Job description

Interim Commissioning & Transformation Programme Manager

Based in London, hybrid

Length: 3 months initially

Inside IR35

We are working with a London-based Local Authority to recruit an interim Commissioning & Transformation Programme Manager, a key leadership role within a new Integrated Commissioning & Health Function. This will play a central role in shaping and delivering an integrated commissioning approach that drives improvements for children and families.

Key Responsibilities include:

• Develop and manage the overarching work programme for the new function, ensuring key milestones, governance, and decision-making points are effectively planned and delivered
• Drive the rollout of a joined-up commissioning approach across the Council and NHS, embedding a collaborative, disciplined, and commercially sound process
• Spearhead priority initiatives, including improving child and adolescent mental health and building resilience through our amily Mental Healthriendly programme
• Work with senior leaders across the NHS, local authority, and voluntary sector to align priorities and deliver shared outcomes
• Promote a systemic, trauma-informed, and anti-racist approach to commissioning and service design for children and young people

Experience and knowledge required:

• Proven leader in programme delivery – with expertise in strategic project management, planning, reporting, and risk control
• Demonstrable commissioning experience, ideally in Children’s joint commissioning
• Strong sector insight – bringing a clear understanding of local authority, NHS, and integrated care systems within the wider public sector
• Influential and collaborative – able to inspire confidence, manage competing priorities, and work effectively with senior leaders, clinicians, and the wider community

To apply for this role or to find out about other jobs, please contact Niki Herek on the London Local Government Recruitment team on 020 7557 7667 or send your CV to [e-mail]

*Venn Group’s “Recommendation Scheme”: if you recommend a candidate who is subsequently placed by Venn Group (for a minimum of 2 weeks) you will be eligible for vouchers from a choice of high street organisations