OverviewPertemps Network Group are delighted to be partnering with a reputable housing provider to recruit an experienced Head of Commissioning to lead a significant portfolio of public health commissioning and transformation programmes. This is a high-impact strategic leadership role responsible for shaping and delivering commissioning activity that improves public health outcomes, strengthens service delivery, and ensures value for money across a substantial multi-million-pound portfolio.The successful candidate will play a pivotal role in leading complex transformation programmes, procurement activity, and market development while working closely with senior stakeholders across the health and care system.Location: London | Hybrid WorkingSalary: Competitive Salary The RoleAs Head of Commissioning, you will provide senior leadership across a portfolio of commissioning and transformation projects valued at approximately £23m.You will take ownership of the end-to-end commissioning cycle, ensuring services are designed, procured, implemented, and reviewed effectively to deliver improved outcomes for communities.Key responsibilities include:Leading a programme of commissioning and transformation projects across public health servicesProviding strategic oversight of procurement activity and commissioning frameworksEmbedding robust programme, change and risk management frameworks across commissioning activityLeading cross-functional teams including Procurement, Finance, Legal, Contracts and Adult ServicesEnsuring commissioning strategies align with political, financial and strategic prioritiesDriving innovation, efficiency and value for money across commissioned servicesProactively developing and managing markets to ensure sustainable service deliveryBuilding strong partnerships across the health and care systemEmbedding robust contract and performance management frameworksManaging complex stakeholder relationships and influencing senior decision-makersEnsuring compliance with procurement regulations, governance frameworks and safeguarding responsibilitiesYou will oversee all stages of the commissioning cycle:Assess – analysing data, market intelligence and service needs to develop evidence-based commissioning strategiesPlan – designing innovative service models, commissioning plans and performance frameworksDeliver – overseeing procurement, service implementation, contract mobilisation and programme deliveryReview – ensuring strong contract management, monitoring outcomes and delivering value for money About YouWe are seeking a strategic commissioning leader with extensive public health experience, capable of leading complex programmes and influencing senior stakeholders across the public sector landscape.EssentialSignificant experience working strategically in public health commissioningProven track record of delivering large-scale transformation programmesStrong understanding of the public sector commissioning cycle and procurement processesExperience leading cross-functional teams across complex organisational environmentsAbility to manage multi-million-pound programme portfoliosStrong stakeholder management and influencing skillsExcellent analytical and strategic report writing capabilitiesEducated to Master’s level or equivalent professional experienceDesirableAdditional professional development within public health or commissioningExperience working within local government, housing or integrated care systems What’s On OfferOpportunity to lead high-profile public health commissioning programmesStrategic leadership role with real community impactCollaborative working across health, care and public sector partnersCompetitive salary and comprehensive benefits packageFlexible and hybrid working arrangements If you are a senior commissioning professional with a passion for improving public health outcomes, Pertemps Network Group would be delighted to hear from you.Apply Now to learn more about this exciting leadership opportunity with a reputable housing provider delivering vital services across the public sector. #J-18808-Ljbffr