Strategic Commissioning & Contracts Lead

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Cambridge; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Job summary

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Deputy Senior Commissioning Manager to oversee a portfolio of contracts and lead the Commissioning team. The role emphasizes effective communication, relationship-building with IC/ICBs, NHSE and DH, and expert negotiation in a resource-constrained NHS environment.

Educated to degree level with substantial health service commissioning experience, you will drive contract development and performance, ensuring robust governance and

Qualifications

• Educated to degree level or professional equivalent in contracting or commissioning.
• Substantial experience in health service commissioning or financial planning.
• Experience in financial management and contract management.
• Knowledge of NHS payment schemes and standard contracts.

Responsibilities

• Support Deputy Director of Commissioning to secure legally binding contracts for NHS and non-NHS services.
• Lead and develop the Commissioning team with objectives and development plans.
• Ensure effective communication and collaboration across the team and with external bodies.
• Manage contractual disputes and liaise with Trust personnel and external commissioners.

Skills

Contracting

Commissioning

Financial planning

Negotiation

Leadership

Stakeholder management

MS Office

Analytical thinking

Team collaboration

Risk management

Education

Degree level or professional equivalent

Tools

NHS Payment Scheme

NHS Standard Contract

Job description

Cambridge University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Deputy Senior Commissioning Manager to oversee a portfolio of contracts and lead the Commissioning team. The role emphasizes effective communication, relationship-building with IC/ICBs, NHSE and DH, and expert negotiation in a resource-constrained NHS environment.

Educated to degree level with substantial health service commissioning experience, you will drive contract development and performance, ensuring robust governance and