Senior Commissioning Manager


Company:	NHS Jobs
Salary:	£57,528 - £64,750
Hours:	Full-time
Location:	Eastleigh, SO50 5PB
Job type:	Permanent
Posting date:	7 Aug 2026
Closing date:	21 Aug 2026

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Summary

Analytical and judgement skills Analyse and interpret complex qualitative and quantitative data to support clear project reporting and delivery of outcomes Produce and present high-level reports for local and ICB-wide project groups, detailing progress against milestones, risks, dependencies, and resource requirements, and make evidence-based recommendations where multiple options exist. Apply sound judgement to resolve complex issues, balancing operational, financial, and strategic considerations. Planning and organisation Lead multi-agency project teams in delivering project plans, allocating tasks, managing risks and dependencies, and ensuring decisions align with best practice and project objectives. Develop comprehensive project plans consistent with strategic direction and minimise disruption to stakeholders. Provide proactive leadership, managing conflict and fostering collaboration across departments and agencies. Maintain project documentation, including initiation documents and plans, and monitor progress through regular team meetings. Ensure flexibility to adapt plans to changing requirements and priorities. Organise and manage events and meetings, ensuring timely communication of agendas, minutes, and presentations. Contribute to strategic planning by identifying interdependencies, resource requirements, and contingency measures across projects. Support development of governance strategies and improvement programmes, contributing to short, medium, and long-term business plans. Policy and service development Draft and propose changes to policies, guidelines, and service level agreements relevant to projects. Recommend improvements to service delivery and maintain awareness of emerging health and care policies. Support implementation of operational processes that strengthen governance and drive continuous improvement. Financial and physical resources Subject to the financial rules and processes in place: Conduct cost-benefit analyses and assess proposals objectively. Develop business cases and delivery plans to secure funding or investment, ensuring financial impacts are rigorously considered. Manage and monitor project budgets, ensuring compliance with financial governance processes and Standing Financial Instructions. Commission and procure services, resources, and products to support transformation and change. Prepare strategic reports and briefings for governance groups, providing clear financial advice and recommendations. Information management Draft reports summarising project status, risks, and outcomes for senior stakeholders. Collate and analyse qualitative and quantitative data to develop robust business cases and inform decision-making. Ensure data-driven approaches underpin all development and implementation activities. Liaise with Communications teams on public relations and marketing activities. Apply structured change management methodologies and maintain collaborative relationships with stakeholders. Research and development Plan, develop, and evaluate methods for gathering, analysing, and presenting data to inform commissioning and transformation. Deliver projects in line with KPIs and performance standards. Coordinate research and evaluation initiatives, delegating tasks as appropriate to support continuous improvement. Key Working Relationships Internal Strategic Commissioner for Childrens Care Other Commissioning Managers and Support Officers within the Integrated Care Board (ICB) Finance, Contracting, and Performance Teams Quality and Safeguarding Teams Transformation and Programme Management Offices External NHS Provider Trusts (Childrens and Community Services) Independent and Voluntary Sector Providers Local Authorities (Adult Social Care and Public Health) Primary Care Networks and GP Practices Service Users, Carers, and Advocacy Groups Regional and National NHS England Teams (where relevant) Healthwatch and other patient engagement bodies

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