Commissioning Officer

Overview

Commissioning Officer (JCT)

Fixed Term Contract/ or 2 year secondment

Grade 4 - £34,434 - £41,771

Consultation grade - subject to formal evaluation under the Pay Equity Review

Working 36.5 hours per week

We are seeking a proactive and adaptable Commissioning Officer to join our newly established team within the Adult Social Care and Health Directorate. This role is a two-year fixed term contract to backfill a vacancy created by internal progression.

As a Commissioning Officer, you will play a key role in supporting complex placements. You'll work closely with social workers and specialist providers to secure tailored care packages for individuals with diverse and often complex needs-including mental health, learning disabilities, physical disabilities, and dementia.

This is a dynamic and rewarding opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of Birmingham's citizens through relationship-based commissioning.

Key Responsibilities

• Liaise with social workers and providers to source bespoke care solutions
• Manage and negotiate care packages, ensuring value for money and quality outcomes.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date data and documentation.
• Support transitions and attend multidisciplinary meetings.
• Contribute to strategic commissioning intentions and service development.
• Undertake quality assurance and contract compliance tasks.

What we're looking for

• Has strong relationship-building and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Is highly organised, with excellent prioritisation and data management abilities.
• Can work independently in a fast-paced, evolving environment.
• Has foundational knowledge of complex needs and commissioning practices.
• Is comfortable with negotiation and understands the importance of cost-effective service delivery.

While direct experience in commissioning is desirable, we welcome candidates with transferable skills and a willingness to learn. You will be supported and coached by experienced colleagues to succeed in the role.

Essential Criteria

• Ability to analyse complex data and produce clear reports.
• Strong interpersonal communication and negotiation skills.
• Commercial awareness and understanding of commissioning frameworks.
• Proficiency in using IT tools for data analysis and reporting.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a new and innovative team shaping the future of commissioning in Birmingham.
• Work on meaningful projects that directly impact vulnerable individuals.
• Enjoy flexible working arrangements and a supportive team culture.
• Gain exposure to a wide range of commissioning areas and service types.

Please upload an up-to-date CV and Personal Statement via the attachments part of your application. The Personal Statement should outline how you meet the essential criteria for the role through your personal qualities, skills and experience and include your motivation for applying to the post. Note the Personal Statement should be no more than 1500 words. Unfortunately, we cannot consider any applications without a CV and Personal Statement attached

Birmingham City Council is an accredited Disability Confident Leader employer, and we are committed to employing, retaining and developing all of our people.

We want to ensure your recruitment journey with us is a positive and equitable one, so please let us know if there are any reasonable adjustments, additional support, accessibility needs, or if there is any way in which we can support you through your application.

We are dedicated to supporting internal mobility and the development of our people. As such, applications from internal employees and those under S118 will be given priority and reviewed before external applications are considered.

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We welcome applications from people with caring responsibilities and flexible working options will be considered.

A Disclosure and Barring Service (DBS) check will be undertaken.

Proof of Right to work in the UK will be required for all applicants in accordance with the UK Home Office requirements, before any employment offer can be confirmed.

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