Head of Commissioning, Contracts and Business AssuranceLocation: SwindonHours: 37Salary: £62,611 p.a. plus benefitsClosing date: 26/05/2025Job reference: 252Interview date: 05/06/2025Date posted: 29/04/2025Swindon Borough Council are on an exciting journey to transform service delivery and have been shortlisted for the ''Most Improved Council'' at the Local Government Awards (LGA).We want our town to be the best it can be. Our ambitious vision in the new Swindon Plan is supported by realistic transformation programmes, with the people of Swindon at their heart. Because that''s who we''re doing it for - the communities and businesses that make our town great. As part of the Council, you''ll support a friendly local authority making decisions with real impact. It''s all for better public services. Better processes. And a better quality of life, for everyone. Join us, and Swindon will be better with you.As the Head of Commissioning and Business Assurance, you will be a vital member of the Director of Operations Senior Management Team. In this role, you will collaborate with colleagues across departments and engage with internal and external partners to deliver high-performing, efficient, and community-focused services aligned with the Council''s vision, priorities, and strategic objectives.You will spearhead effective service commissioning within the Operations Directorate, ensuring the implementation of best practices that deliver optimal services to the community. This include