Senior Commissioner

Senior Commissioning Lead – Adult Learning Disabilities
3 month initial contract likely to last c12‑months
c£450 per day via umbrella
Inside IR35
Hybrid working – 2 days per week on site

South London

CVs are being reviewed wc 20th April with interviews taking place week around a week later.

Reporting to the Assistant Director and take ownership of high‑profile transformation activity that directly impacts people, families and communities. You will be trusted to lead complex change, influence system partners and drive innovation at pace — all while ensuring value for money and measurable outcomes.

If you thrive on challenge, collaboration and turning strategy into reality, this is an opportunity you don’t want to miss.

Your role as Senior Commissioner – Adult Learning Disabilities:

• Lead service transformation for adults with learning disabilities and autism, from review through to recommissioning
• Drive co‑production with people who draw on services, carers and providers to shape inclusive community offers
• Own commissioning strategy, ensuring services prevent escalation and promote independence
• Deliver value for money, managing budgets, specifications and performance with confidence
• Influence across health, voluntary sector and system partners to deliver sustainable change

Your experience as a Senior Commissioner – Adult Learning Disabilities:

• Proven local authority commissioning experience within learning disability and/or autism services
• Strong track record of transformational change and improving service outcomes
• Confidence leading complex procurement and contract management activity
• Ability to work at pace, managing multiple stakeholders and senior decision‑makers
• Excellent analytical, reporting and presentation skills, including business cases

This role is ready to start quickly and will suit someone who wants to make an immediate impact while shaping longer‑term commissioning and transformation plans. Learning Disabilities Transformation Lead is a critical appointment, with senior visibility and clear accountability from day one.

If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail, or know someone who could be a strong fit, please contact Melanie on 0117 313 7110 or apply today.

(We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in touch.)

Our clients are committed to creating a diverse workforce and do not discriminate. Recruitment decisions are based on experience and skills, and any reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the process.

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