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NEW JOB ALERT – CONTRACT – HEAD OF COMMISSIONING & MARKET DEVELOPMENT FOR COMMUNITY AND HOUSING

A local authority in London is seeking an experienced strategic leader to take on the role of Head of Commissioning & Market Development. This is a high-impact interim position overseeing commissioning, procurement, and market shaping across Adult Social Care, Housing, and Libraries – driving forward transformation, integration, and improved outcomes for residents.

📍 MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE:

  • Leading commissioning and market development in local government or related public services
  • Managing large-scale contracts and procurement processes
  • Overseeing multidisciplinary teams (contracts, brokerage, BI, financial assessments)
  • Delivering cost efficiencies, service transformation, and resident-focused outcomes
  • Working collaboratively with NHS, voluntary sector, and internal senior stakeholders
  • Applying Care Act duties and public procurement law in a strategic commissioning context

📍 ESSENTIALS:

  • Strong strategic thinking and commercial insight
  • Leadership experience in politically sensitive, fast-paced environments
  • Excellent stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
  • Proven ability to improve contract performance and drive innovation
  • Financial oversight of commissioning budgets (£40m+)
  • Ready to hit the ground running in a short-term interim role

📍 Location: London / Hybrid (3 days on-site in South London)

📍 Rate: £600 per day

📍 IR35: Inside IR35

📍 Contract Length: 3 months initially (Possibility of extension)

If you’re interested – or know someone who might be – send your CV to zhinkinson@welovesalt.com

*Rates depend on experience and client requirements

Job Information

Job Reference: JO-2505-353388
Salary:
Salary per: annum
Job Duration: 3
Job Start Date: 19/05/2025
Job Industries: Data
Job Locations: Greater London
Job Types: Contract

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