Assistant Commercial Manager

DITL Group; Eynsham; On-site; GBP 40,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

A key player in defence sector management is seeking an Assistant Commercial Manager for their Eynsham location. This role involves overseeing financial and commercial control, managing subcontracts, and ensuring compliance across supply chains. The ideal candidate will possess strong skills in quantity surveying, subcontractor management, and advanced Excel. This position offers a competitive salary and extensive benefits including a car allowance, holiday, and generous pension contributions.

Benefits

£4.3K Car allowance

26 days holiday plus bank holidays

Generous pension contribution

Life assurance

Ongoing training and development

Qualifications

• Experience in Quantity Surveying or Assistant Commercial Management, ideally in FM or Defence.
• Strong grasp of subcontractor management and commercial processes.
• Detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Ensure financial and commercial control across the contract.
• Manage and draft subcontracts aligned with MoD requirements.
• Oversee Work in Progress and deliver timely financial reports.

Skills

Quantity Surveying

Subcontractor management

Advanced Excel skills

Communication

Analytical thinking

Tools

Maximo

COINS

Job description

Assistant Commercial Manager Defence Sector (Eynsham, Oxford)

£40,000 - £50,000 | Permanent | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 40 Hours

• £4.3K Car allowance (paid monthly alongside salary)
• 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
• Generous pension contribution
• Life assurance
• Ongoing training and development

Are you ready to take the next step in your commercial career within a high-profile Ministry of Defence facilities management contract? We’re looking for a commercially sharp and proactive Assistant Commercial Manager to join our team in Eynsham, Oxford! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working collaboratively, and have a passion for precision and performance, this could be your perfect fit.

What Youll Be Doing

As Assistant Commercial Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring financial and commercial control across the contract. Your focus will span supply chain management, cost assurance, and performance reporting. You’ll be the point of contact between operational teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders driving accuracy, compliance, and commercial success.

Key Responsibilities

Subcontractor Management

• Draft and manage subcontracts aligned with MoD requirements
• Lead performance reviews and ensure timely, accurate payments
• Approve applications and maintain compliance across the supply chain

Commercial & Financial Control

• Oversee Work in Progress and deliver timely financial reports
• Monitor contract P&L, identify risks, and drive improvements
• Manage contract variations and ensure accurate client billing

Systems & Reporting

• Use Maximo and COINS to track jobs, assets, and financials
• Maintain audit‑ready records and present commercial reports to stakeholders

What Youll Bring

• Experience in Quantity Surveying or Assistant Commercial Management, ideally in FM or Defence
• Strong grasp of subcontractor management and commercial processes
• Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
• Detail‑oriented with strong analytical thinking
• Collaborative mindset and confidence working across teams

Apply now. The following steps will involve me giving you a quick phone call within 24 hours of applying to gain further details to build a full, compelling application on your behalf to secure you an interview. Keep an eye out for my call, SMS & emails.

Dom at Utilise Recruitment .co .uk