Senior Commissioning Lead, Regulated Care & Market Development

Birmingham City Council; West Midlands; On-site; GBP 47,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Birmingham City Council is looking for a motivated and experienced Senior Commissioning Officer to join its Adult Social Care Commissioning Team. This permanent role offers a key leadership position in commissioning, contract management, policy development and strategic planning across Birmingham, with a focus on outcomes for adults and older people.

You will work with NHS partners, providers and other stakeholders to shape high-quality, cost-effective services that promote independence, choice

Qualifications

• Experience of analysing and interpreting complex data from multiple sources.
• Strong track record building collaborative relationships with citizens and partners.
• Effective negotiation, influencing and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Ability to translate strategy into practical delivery plans and manage priorities.
• Experience with commissioning cycle, service specifications and contract negotiations.

Responsibilities

• Lead development and delivery of commissioning strategies and plans.
• Analyse data to understand demand and inform decisions.
• Develop the care market in partnership with providers.
• Manage contracts and monitor performance for value for money.
• Drive service improvement through reviews and needs assessments.
• Promote co-production with citizens and carers.
• Build partnerships with NHS, local authorities and providers.
• Support safeguarding and responsible use of resources.
• Develop evidence-based practice to reduce inequalities.

Skills

Data analysis

Stakeholder engagement

Negotiation

Strategic planning

Partnership working

Job description

Birmingham City Council is looking for a motivated and experienced Senior Commissioning Officer to join its Adult Social Care Commissioning Team. This permanent role offers a key leadership position in commissioning, contract management, policy development and strategic planning across Birmingham, with a focus on outcomes for adults and older people.

You will work with NHS partners, providers and other stakeholders to shape high-quality, cost-effective services that promote independence, choice