Strategic Commissioning Manager – Adult Social Care

Company: Rochdale Council
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Location: Greater Manchester
Job Description:

Rochdale’s Integrated Commissioning Directorate is growing, and we are recruiting two Commissioning Managers to help shape the future of Adult Social Care in Rochdale. This is an exciting opportunity to influence strategic transformation, develop innovative services and improve outcomes for people who draw on care and support across the borough.

Commissioning Manager – £50,269 – £54,495

  • Working Age Adults-Working across the Learning Disability, Mental Health and neurodiversity sector
  • Living & Ageing Well- Leading commissioning activity across older people’s services, dementia, carers support, community provision and prevention. Helping people to live well, remain independent for longer and stay connected to their communities.

Do you have the background that will bring the right qualities to the Commissioning Manager role?

We are looking for people who can build relationships, influence change, work collaboratively with partners and translate strategy into action. You should have experience of Adult Social Care, commissioning activity and market development, but most importantly you will bring an attitude that ensures that people who use services are at the heart of everything you do.

In this role, you will be part of a dynamic commissioning team with the vision and capacity to deliver meaningful change. These roles provide the opportunity to shape services that genuinely improve lives, strengthen prevention, and build a sustainable, high quality Adult Social Care market across the borough.

This is a great opportunity to work in a supportive and ambitious environment, where you will help develop services that are person-centred, preventative, outcome-focused and responsive to local need.

Closing date is August 25

Interviews to be held September 1

Unfortunately, we are unable to offer sponsorship for this role. Previous applicants need not reapply.

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Posted: July 30th, 2026