Strategic Commissioning and Systems Development Lead

Baltimore Consulting; London; Hybrid; GBP 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting firm is seeking an experienced Strategic Commissioning & Systems Development Lead for a 6-month interim contract with a Local Authority in London. The role involves steering transformation projects in Children's Services and Public Health, requiring strong leadership and stakeholder engagement skills. Applicants must have a solid track record in public sector project management, political acuity, and excellent communication abilities to succeed in this high-profile role.

Qualifications

• Track record managing complex projects in public sector—preferably in children’s services or public health.
• Strong political awareness and ability to gain buy-in from stakeholders.
• Experience in commissioning, tendering, or service redesign is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate the recommissioning of Youth and School Nursing Services.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to shape service delivery models and workforce plans.
• Drive delivery through working groups, ensuring deadlines are met.

Skills

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Communication

Job description

Strategic Commissioning & Systems Development Lead
6-month interim contract (potential extension)
London based Local Authority
£450 per day
Inside IR35 (via umbrella)
Hybrid working – minimum 1 day/week onsite


CVs are being reviewed immediately, with interviews taking place next week.

Baltimore Consulting are partnered with a Local Authority in London who are looking for a strong Strategic Commissioning Lead to support two high-profile transformation projects within the Children’s Services and Public Health space. These initiatives carry significant political and public visibility and will require an experienced project leader who can manage complex stakeholder dynamics and deliver results across multiple workstreams.

Your Role as the Strategic Commissioning & Systems Development Lead:

• Lead and coordinate the recommissioning of Youth and School Nursing Services including preparing service specifications, tender documentation, and supporting cabinet decisions.
• Collaborate with senior leaders and stakeholders to shape service delivery models and future workforce plans.
• Provide strategic coordination for the Children’s Centres and Health Visiting transformation programme, navigating structural, provider and site-level changes.
• Drive delivery through working groups, ensuring deadlines and governance requirements are met.
• Maintain project momentum through effective communication, risk management and stakeholder engagement.

Your Experience as a Strategic Commissioning & Systems Development Lead:

• Proven track record managing complex projects/programmes within public sector environments – preferably in children’s services, public health, or early intervention.
• Strong political awareness with the ability to gain buy-in from elected members and cross-sector stakeholders.
• Demonstrated ability to deliver through influence, coordination and structured project methodology.
• Excellent written and verbal communication, with experience drafting strategic plans, business cases and cabinet papers.
• Experience with commissioning, tendering or service redesign is highly desirable.

If you’re interested in this exciting opportunity or know someone suitable, please contact Lucy Connick on 0117 3137110 or apply today.

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Our clients are passionate about creating and evolving a diverse workforce and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant. Recruiting decisions are based on your experience and skills. Any reasonable adjustments in the workplace will be fully supported throughout the application and hiring process.