Strategic Commissioning Lead — Data-Driven Change

Westmorland and Furness Council; Kendal; On-site; GBP 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Commissioning Officer to join their Commissioning Team. This role involves leading commissioning activities across adult services, children’s services, and public health. Candidates should be organised, confident communicators with abilities in project management, IT and data analysis. The Council offers a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave among other benefits. This position has a closing date for applications on 18/01/2026.

Benefits

Competitive pension scheme

Enhanced annual leave allowance

Various perks and discounts

Qualifications

• Highly organised and confident communicator.
• Experience in managing multiple projects or workstreams.
• Proficient in IT and data analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead commissioning activity in adult services and public health.
• Collaborate with health partners for integrated care pathways.
• Support transformation of services through effective management.

Skills

Project management

Ability to manage multiple workstreams

IT and data analysis

Presentation and report writing

Ability to develop and manage relationships with stakeholders and providers

Team player

Job description

A local authority in the UK is seeking a Commissioning Officer to join their Commissioning Team. This role involves leading commissioning activities across adult services, children’s services, and public health. Candidates should be organised, confident communicators with abilities in project management, IT and data analysis. The Council offers a competitive pension scheme and enhanced annual leave among other benefits. This position has a closing date for applications on 18/01/2026.