Strategic Quality & Commissioning Lead

NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board; Leicester; On-site; GBP 67,000 - 77,000; Full time

Job summary

NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board is seeking a Senior Clinical Quality Manager (Band 8b) to lead strategic planning and commissioning to embed quality standards across the ICB. You will translate system priorities into commissioning plans that improve outcomes and efficiency, and work with providers and partners to deliver service improvements.

This role requires strong leadership, policy understanding, and the ability to drive data-informed decisions across Leicestershire,

Qualifications

• Educated to master’s level in relevant subject or equivalent
• Extensive knowledge of healthcare policy and NHS structures
• Proven leadership experience at a senior level
• Experience with commissioning and performance improvement
• Member of a relevant professional body

Responsibilities

• Lead strategic planning for commissioned services
• Embed quality standards in contracts and monitor compliance
• Develop and implement commissioning strategies
• Use data and evidence to inform decisions
• Collaborate with providers and system partners

Skills

Leadership experience

Policy engagement

Strategic planning

Data-driven decision making

Education

Master’s degree in a relevant subject

Job description

NHS Northamptonshire Integrated Care Board is seeking a Senior Clinical Quality Manager (Band 8b) to lead strategic planning and commissioning to embed quality standards across the ICB. You will translate system priorities into commissioning plans that improve outcomes and efficiency, and work with providers and partners to deliver service improvements.

This role requires strong leadership, policy understanding, and the ability to drive data-informed decisions across Leicestershire,