Assistant Commercial Manager - C&P

Network Rail; York; On-site; GBP 27,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company as an Assistant Commercial Manager in York. This role supports the Commercial Manager in pre-contract activities and ensures the correct certification of works. The ideal candidate will possess problem-solving and negotiation skills, with opportunities for training and development.

Benefits

28 days annual leave + bank holidays

75% discount on rail leisure travel

Subsidized Season Ticket

Various pension options

Performance-related pay

Flexible working

Shopping discounts

Qualifications

• Ability to meet deadlines.
• Basic commercial awareness.

Responsibilities

• Assist in measuring and evaluating the commercial value of payments.
• Prepare contract specifications and pre-tender documentation.

Skills

Problem Solving

Negotiation

Communication

Tools

Relevant Software

Job description

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Department Name
AM Eastern Regional Commercial Delivery [Major Programmes] (570527) G1

Location
York, GB

About Network Rail
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Vacancy: Assistant Commercial Manager

Location: York Cinder Building (minimum 3 days a week in the office)

Salary: Circa £27,000 per annum

Role Type: Permanent, Full time

Role Overview

Assist the Commercial Manager in pre-contract activities, evaluating and agreeing payments and variations for works across the Route.

Key Responsibilities

1. Assist in measuring and evaluating the commercial value of payments, ensuring correct certification of works.
2. Report on all commercial aspects of projects.
3. Prepare contract specifications and pre-tender documentation.
4. Support procurement and commercial management across contract categories.

Minimum Requirements

• Ability to meet deadlines
• Good problem-solving skills
• Basic commercial awareness
• Negotiation skills with decision influence
• Computer literacy with relevant software

Desirable Skills

• Effective communication at all levels
• Membership or working towards membership of a professional organization
• Experience with electronic sourcing or procurement systems

Application Process

Network Rail welcomes applications from all backgrounds and is a Disability Confident Leader. For adjustments or support, contact Tom Carter at [e-mail]. We support flexible working arrangements.

Benefits

• 28 days annual leave + bank holidays
• 75% discount on rail leisure travel for you and your family
• Subsidized Season Ticket
• Various pension options
• Performance-related pay
• Flexible working
• Shopping discounts, gym memberships, and more

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Additional Information

Pre-employment checks include a criminal record check and verification of right to work in the UK. The closing date for applications is 9th June 2025. Late applications will not be accepted.