To support the high-quality delivery of commissioning programmes in line with the One Council Commissioning Framework and Model across services within the Adult Care and Community Wellbeing Directorate including joint commissioning opportunities with the NHS Integrated Care Board (ICB). To support Heads of Service in the development and implementation of commissioning plans and make/recommend commissioning decisions to meet identified needs, ensuring that the Council achieves the expected and desired outcomes across portfolios and service categories. To deliver improved outcomes through service innovation and development whilst assuring value for money is achieved in commissioning decisions. To develop and implement commissioning strategies and plans in line with the Joint Strategic Needs Analysis (JSNA) / Health and Wellbeing Strategy priorities and Corporate Plan Priorities. To ensure all commissioning activities are carried out in accordance with legislation, statutory guidance and Council policies and procedures. The work closely with the Senior Strategic Contract Manager and Senior Strategic Commercial and Procurement Manager to ensure effective leadership and delivery of key aspects of the commissioning cycle including; reviewing, shaping, planning and design of new commissioned services; the redesign of existing services, joint review processes, engagement, benchmarking, best practice, demand, intelligence, cost and risk analysis. If you are interested in the role, please email your CV to bethessentialemploy.co.uk quoting the reference number. Essential Employment is acting as an Employment Business in relation to this vacancy. Essential Employment is an Equal Opportunities Employer. All our roles may be subject to pre-employment checks including references so please be prepared