Waltham Forest Council is looking for a Commissioning Manager - Age Well. It’s a permanent, full-time post based in Walthamstow, with hybrid working, paying £64,839 a year. Applications close on Tuesday 24 November 2026.
About the role
Leads strategic commissioning, procurement, contract management and service development for adult social care and health services, mainly for people aged 65 and over and carers. Sits within Adult Services, working with providers, the NHS and NEL ICB. No line management.
About Waltham Forest Council
Waltham Forest Council is the London borough council for the north-east London borough of Waltham Forest, covering Walthamstow, Leyton, Leytonstone, Chingford, Highams Park and Lea Bridge. Based at the Town Hall on Forest Road in Walthamstow, it runs borough services such as schools, social care, housing, waste and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Degree-level education, postgraduate desirable
- Relevant professional qualification
- Strong commissioning experience
- Experience in large, complex organisations
- Procurement and contracting knowledge
- Satisfactory DBS check
What’s on offer
- Hybrid working
- Mayor of London Good Work Standard employer
- Flexible working options considered
- Benefits details on council website
How to apply
You apply directly with Waltham Forest Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 24 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Waltham Forest Council’s website.
