Strategic Lead, Adult Mental Health & Autism Commissioning

Venn Group; Greater London; Hybrid; GBP 50,000 - 70,000; Part time

Job summary

A healthcare solutions provider is seeking an Assistant Director of Adult Integrated Commissioning for adult mental health and autism services. The role involves strategic commissioning, overseeing procurement, and providing leadership for projects to ensure high-quality care. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mental health and autism commissioning, procurement, and stakeholder relationship management. This hybrid role requires working 2/3 days on-site, reporting directly to the Divisional Director.

Responsibilities

• Strategic and operational commissioning for adult mental health and autism services.
• Oversee procurement and contract management for commissioned services.
• Provide strategic leadership and consulting support for commissioning projects.
• Ensure delivery of high-quality, outcome-based care models.
• Work collaboratively with local authority, health partners, and community stakeholders.

Skills

Commissioning expertise in adult social care, mental health, and autism

Strong procurement and contract management

Autonomous project leadership

Experience in disability services and domiciliary care

Understanding of integrated health and social care systems

Strong project management

Stakeholder relationship management

Job description

A healthcare solutions provider is seeking an Assistant Director of Adult Integrated Commissioning for adult mental health and autism services. The role involves strategic commissioning, overseeing procurement, and providing leadership for projects to ensure high-quality care. The ideal candidate will have significant experience in mental health and autism commissioning, procurement, and stakeholder relationship management. This hybrid role requires working 2/3 days on-site, reporting directly to the Divisional Director.