Commissioning And Market Review Officer

Contract - Permanent

Hours - 37hrs

Salary - NJC  Grade H1 SCP 27 - 30 £38,220 - £40,777 per annum

Closing Date - 8th July 2026 at 23.59pm

This post is open to employees currently On Notice/At Risk and Internal.  Please note applications from employees currently On Notice/At Risk will be given priority. On Notice/At Risk employees should complete the application form as normal, upon submission you must email the Recruitment Team – recruitment@blackpool.gov.uk to ensure that your application form is marked as priority.

We are seeking a Commissioning and Market Review Officer to join the Commissioning Team and support the planning, development and commissioning of Social Care services. This is a key role, working collaboratively across internal departments and with external partners to shape and strengthen the local market.

You will play a vital part in identifying service gaps, supporting procurement processes, and ensuring robust contract management and performance oversight. Your work will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, sustainable services that meet the needs of our community.

Key Responsibilities
•    Support the development and commissioning of key social care services and programmes.
•    Work collaboratively with internal colleagues and external stakeholders to shape service delivery.
•    Lead market development initiatives to ensure a diverse and responsive provider landscape.
•    Identify gaps in provision and contribute to strategic planning.
•    Oversee procurement processes and contract negotiations with a range of providers.
•    Monitor contract performance and ensure compliance with service standards.
•  Promote a broad understanding of commissioning and market development across the organisation.

Skills and Experience Required
•    Experience of commissioning and market review
•    Strong understanding of social care systems and service delivery.
•    Ability to manage a varied workload and work independently using your own initiative.
•    Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to build effective relationships.
•    Analytical skills to interpret data and inform decision-making.
•    Comfortable working in a fast-paced and evolving environment.
•    Self-motivated, proactive, and solution focused.

Why Join Us?

This is an exciting opportunity to make a real impact in shaping services that improve lives. You’ll be part of a supportive team committed to innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.

Contact: Naomi Houldsworth: naomi.houldsworth@blackpool.gov.uk for further information

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This post requires access to PSN (Public Services Network) services or networks and the successful post holder will be required to undertake a Basic Disclosure check of unspent convictions through Disclosure & Barring Service (DBS). This post is also subject to satisfactory references, medical clearance, evidence of any essential qualifications and proof of legal working in accordance with the Asylum and Immigration Act 1996.