Head of Brokerage

Head of Brokerage Interim Contract | ASAP start £542.88 per day Inside IR35 (via umbrella) 3 month initial contract London Local Authority Hybrid working (3 days onsite per week)   CVs are being reviewed immediately and interviews will be taking place week commencing 18 May 2026   Step into a pivotal leadership opportunity where you will shape, transform and lead a critical frontline service. As Head of Brokerage, you will report into senior leadership and take full operational ownership of a high‑impact service that connects people with the right care, at the right time, and at the right value. You will lead a specialist Placements and Quality team, hold responsibility for significant commissioned spend, and play a defining role in a major transformation programme that will set the future direction of brokerage services.   This is a role for a confident, credible leader who thrives in complexity, can balance pace with quality, and is motivated by improving outcomes for residents while maintaining strong financial control. As Head of Brokerage, you will be at the heart of strategic change, market engagement and high‑value decision‑making, with real influence across social care, commissioning and transformation colleagues.   Your role as Head of Brokerage: Lead high‑quality, person‑centred brokerage, ensuring the best outcomes and value for money • Drive the brokerage transformation programme, reshaping processes, systems and governance • Take control of high‑value negotiations and complex provider relationships • Provide strong financial oversight of placements and care packages • Build a high‑performing, motivated team with clear standards and accountability  Your previous experience as Head of Brokerage: Proven leadership of complex change programmes within social care or a similar environment • Strong background in commissioning, procurement and market management • Demonstrable success in commercial negotiation and supplier relationship management • Experience managing significant budgets, performance and cost improvement • Credibility working with senior leaders, Members and external partners  You will be trusted to manage politically sensitive issues, advise on risk, and ensure services meet all professional, legislative and safeguarding standards. You will also be a visible leader, influencing practice, championing continuous improvement and ensuring brokerage intelligence informs wider strategic planning. This Head of Brokerage role offers the chance to leave a lasting legacy in how services are delivered and experienced.   If you’re interested in discussing this opportunity in more detail or know someone who would be a strong fit for the Head of Brokerage role, please contact Sarah Williams on (phone number removed) or apply today. (We offer a senior referral scheme upon successful placement of your recommendation, so please do get in contact.) Our clients are committed to creating a diverse workforce and welcome applications from all suitably qualified individuals. Recruiting decisions are based solely on experience and skills, and reasonable adjustments will be fully supported throughout the process