Senior commissioning role leading public health services and large complex projects in Brighton and Hove, based at Hove Town Hall. Closes 22 November 2026.
Brighton and Hove City Council is looking for a Head of Public Health Commissioning. It’s a full-time post based in Hove, with hybrid working, paying £71,224 to £77,997 a year. Applications close on Sunday 22 November 2026.
About the role
Leads commissioning and transformation of public health services, reporting directly to the Director of Public Health. Based at Hove Town Hall, working with NHS partners, senior clinicians and elected members.
About Brighton and Hove City Council
Brighton and Hove City Council is the unitary authority for the city of Brighton and Hove on the Sussex coast, covering Brighton, Hove, Portslade and suburbs such as Patcham, Woodingdean and Rottingdean. With town halls in both Brighton and Hove, it runs all local council services, from schools and social care to highways, housing and planning.
What they’re looking for
- Senior management experience in commissioning
- Experience across three named public health service areas
- Knowledge of Health and Social Care Act 2012
- Expert knowledge of sexual health and family planning
- Substance misuse commissioning knowledge
- DBS check required
What’s on offer
- Mix of in-person and hybrid working
- Wide range of wellbeing benefits
- Leave and pension benefits
- Training and development offered
How to apply
You apply directly with Brighton and Hove City Council: the Apply button takes you to their full advert. The closing date is 22 November 2026.
Interested in this role?
You’ll complete your application on Brighton and Hove City Council’s website.