Commissioning and Contracts Manager - Remote

About the Role

We are seeking a Commissioning and Contracts Manager - Remote to join our dedicated team at Babergh and Mid Suffolk District Councils. This role is pivotal in enhancing the quality of life for our residents, serving approximately 200,000 people across two districts. As a Commissioning and Contracts Manager, you will have the opportunity to innovate and implement strategies that improve service delivery and community engagement.

What You'll Do

• Improve and optimize contracts to strengthen value and service quality.
• Analyze and manage third-party spend to ensure accountability and sustainability.
• Model services to reflect strategic priorities and commissioning intentions.
• Work collaboratively across programs, providing challenge, insight, and support.
• Use performance data to inform decisions and strengthen outcomes.
• Promote continuous improvement and encourage agile, smarter commissioning.

Requirements

• Relevant commissioning and contract management experience, supported by study or practical expertise.
• A collaborative, creative, and co-productive mindset, bringing ideas, curiosity, and problem-solving skills.
• Strong analytical and strategic ability, using data, financial insight, and big-picture thinking to inform decisions.
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills, influencing and working effectively with diverse stakeholders.
• A resilient, improvement-focused approach, taking ownership, delivering quality work, and driving continuous improvement.

Nice to Have

• Experience in public sector commissioning.
• Knowledge of local government operations.
• Familiarity with performance management frameworks.

What We Offer

• Flexible working options available.
• Collaborative and supportive team culture.
• Opportunity to make a real difference in people's lives.
• Hybrid working model with remote flexibility.
• Continuous support for personal growth and professional development.

Join us as a Commissioning and Contracts Manager and be part of a team that is passionate about improving the future and lives of the people we support. Your innovation, ambition, and commitment will help shape meaningful change, continually improving the way we work. With the support and opportunities we offer, you’ll make a real difference and leave a positive, lasting legacy.