Director of Commissioning and Partnerships

Shape the Future of Commissioning in Walsall

Walsall Council is embarking on a bold transformation of its commissioning functions, and we’re looking for a visionary leader to join us as Director of Commissioning and Partnerships. This is a pivotal role in our newly integrated commissioning model, bringing together Health, Care, and Communities to deliver outcomes that truly matter to our residents.
  
As part of our Corporate Management Team, you’ll lead strategic and operational commissioning across Adult Social Care and Health, working collaboratively with partners including the NHS, voluntary sector, and social care providers. You’ll drive innovation, champion quality, and ensure services are designed around people and place.
  
Responsibilities:

• Lead the design and delivery of Walsall’s Commissioning Strategy.
• Oversee commissioning across the borough, adapting services to meet current and future needs.
• Develop new service models and ensure value for money.
• Build strong partnerships to enable integrated, person-centred support.
• Champion quality assurance and continuous improvement.
• Shape systems and processes that support effective social care delivery.

We’re seeking a dynamic, forward-thinking leader with:

• Proven experience in strategic commissioning and a track record of delivering transformational change and measurable outcomes.
• Strong partnership skills and the ability to work across systems and sectors.
• Commercial acumen and a commitment to value for money.
• A passion for improving lives and reducing inequalities.

Why Walsall?

• Ambitious Vision: Be part of a council with bold plans for the future.
• Collaborative Culture: Work with committed professionals across sectors.
• Impactful Work: Lead programmes that make a real difference in people’s lives.
• Supportive Environment: Hybrid working and a culture of inclusion and development.

This is a rare opportunity to lead a newly invested commissioning function and shape the future of services in a diverse and vibrant borough.

Closing Date: Midnight on Sunday, 19th October 2025

To apply:
To apply, please submit an up-to-date copy of your CV (two sides of A4 maximum), along with a supporting statement (two sides of A4 maximum) detailing your experience, and achievements and addressing the key criteria for the role set out on this site and using examples to demonstrate how you meet the requirements. Documents should be uploaded via our website, please include and upload the below information in two documents only. If you experience any issues whilst applying, please contact Rebecca.Keen@tile-hill.co.uk.

Applications should include:

• Full contact details;
• Names, positions, organisations and contact details for two referees (we will ask your permission before contacting referees);
• Details of your current salary and notice period
• Notification of any dates when you are not available for an interview.

At Tile Hill, we are committed to inclusion and accessibility. We champion and support all individuals to ensure everyone feels valued, listened to and motivated to get the very best out of each recruitment process and that processes are designed to meet the needs of individuals. If you have any specific requests and would like a confidential discussion with the Tile Hill team, then please email inclusion@tile-hill.co.uk.