Commercial Administrator - Social Housing

CIH International Housing Group; Islington; On-site; GBP 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading company focused on refurbishment projects within the social housing sector as a Commercial Administrator. This full-time role in Islington offers a chance to apply your finance skills in a supportive team, with career development opportunities and valuable benefits. Contribute to meaningful projects that make a difference in communities.

Benefits

23 days of holiday per year

Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations

Significant savings on daily shopping through benefits portal

Friendly colleagues and team socials

Annual training budget for personal and professional development

Qualifications

• At least 2 years' experience in a similar finance or commercial role.
• Professional and organised approach with strong communication skills.
• Confidence to ask questions, solve problems, and prioritise effectively.

Responsibilities

• Support financial control of projects, including forecasting and cost tracking.
• Prepare and present commercial reports and budget updates.
• Ensure compliance with legal, quality, and contractual standards.

Skills

Attention to detail

Proactive

Communication skills

Problem solving

Job description

Location: Islington, with travel to London-based sites

Salary range: £28,808 per annum

Role type: Permanent, full time

Are you looking to build a meaningful career where your financial and commercial skills can make a real difference in communities? We're seeking a Commercial Administrator to join our supportive, purpose-driven team, working on refurbishment projects within the social housing sector.

This is a fantastic opportunity for someone with experience in finance or accounting who is ready to develop their career in a dynamic, inclusive environment. You'll play an important role in ensuring our projects run smoothly while gaining hands-on experience and learning from a diverse team of professionals.

At PiLON, we know that great ideas and strong performance come from diverse perspectives and collaborative working. If you're someone who is detail-oriented, proactive, and eager to learn, we'd love to hear from you, whether you're returning to work, changing careers, or seeking your next big step.

What You'll Be Doing

You'll support our Commercial Manager and project teams by helping to deliver high-quality projects on time and on budget. Key responsibilities include:

• Supporting the financial control of projects, including forecasting and cost tracking
• Preparing and presenting commercial reports, cash flow forecasts, and budget updates
• Assisting with monthly applications to maximise commercial performance
• Supporting supply chain management and engaging with clients on project feasibility and costs
• Ensuring compliance with legal, quality, and contractual standards
• Identifying and contributing to new business opportunities

What We're Looking For

• At least 2 years' experience in a similar finance or commercial role
• A professional and organised approach with strong communication skills
• Confidence to ask questions, solve problems, and prioritise effectively
• Comfortable working to deadlines and supporting across multiple projects
• A collaborative mindset and desire to grow within a team environment

Why Join Us? Here are some of the brilliant benefits you could get at PiLON:

• 23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ get more days with length of service)
• Up to £2,000 reward for successful recommendations as part of our referral scheme
• Significant savings on daily shopping through our benefits portal
• A welcoming office, snacks, beverages, friendly colleagues and team socials throughout the year
• A supportive culture and a great team with exceptional talent and experience
• Trained Mental Health First Aiders support
• Annual training budget so you can focus on your personal and professional development and much more...

About Us:

At PiLON, we're more than just a business. We are a trusted name in construction, known for our reliability and dedication to quality of works. Specialising in planned maintenance and refurbishments within the social housing sector, we're excited to welcome you to our rapidly growing team. Apply today for an opportunity to create lasting legacies together!

Our customers come from all walks of life, and so do we. We hire great people from a wide variety of backgrounds, not just because it's the right thing to do, but because it makes our company stronger. Taking our commitment to diversity seriously, we are proud members of the Black Professionals in Construction Network, a leading organisation focused on promoting inclusion in the built environment sector.

If you are driven and reliable and you aspire to make a meaningful impact, we want to hear from you. In return, you can expect support in achieving both your personal and career aspirations, as you'll work with a team that has a strong sense of motivation and pride in what we deliver.