Mental Health S117 Pooled Fund Manager

Panoramic Associates Limted; United Kingdom; Remote; GBP 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

A public sector organization in the UK is seeking an experienced Interim Mental Health S117 Pooled Fund Manager. This role involves managing a £45m pooled fund for aftercare services, ensuring compliance with regulations, and leading a multi-agency approach. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in strategic commissioning and financial oversight. This is a remote position with an initial onsite requirement, starting in early November.

Qualifications

• Proven experience managing large-scale pooled budgets.
• Deep understanding of Section 117 and the Mental Health Act.
• Strong commissioning, financial, and partnership skills.
• Confident working across complex systems and senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Drive integrated commissioning for £45m pooled fund.
• Ensure legal and financial compliance with the Mental Health Act.
• Lead market shaping and provider sustainability.
• Engage with multiple agencies and stakeholders.

Skills

Strategic commissioning

Financial management

Leadership

Stakeholder engagement

Job description

Interim Mental Health S117 Pooled Fund Manager

South West Local Authority | Remote (initial onsite requirement)

12-week contract | Early November Start

Are you an experienced leader in strategic commissioning and financial oversight within health and social care?

A local authority and NHS partnership is seeking an interim professional to manage a £45m pooled fund for Section 117 aftercare services. This senior-level role will drive integrated commissioning, ensure legal and financial compliance, and shape sustainable service delivery across mental health.

Responsibilities

• Strategic commissioning aligned with statutory duties
• Financial management and assurance of pooled budgets
• Governance and compliance with the Mental Health Act
• Market shaping and provider sustainability
• Multi-agency leadership and stakeholder engagement

Ideal Candidate

• Proven experience managing large-scale pooled budgets
• Deep understanding of Section 117 and the Mental Health Act
• Strong commissioning, financial, and partnership skills
• Confident working across complex systems and senior stakeholders

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