Commercial Assistant

JR United Kingdom; Barnsley; Hybrid; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Job description

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Hours: 37.5 hours per week, Monday – Friday

Contract: 12-month FTC (MAT leave cover starting May)

Overview

We are partnering with a leading facilities management provider to recruit a Commercial Assistant for their Complex Facilities Team. This is a 12-month fixed-term contract (maternity cover) based in Barnsley, with hybrid working available.

We're looking for someone with some experience in a commercial role, ideally within a PFI (Private Finance Initiative) environment. The successful candidate will provide key support in the commercial delivery of a large Schools PFI contract.

The Role

This is a hands-on, fast-paced role that will involve a range of commercial administration duties, including:

• Setting up and maintaining subcontractor and supplier contracts
• Reviewing and processing applications for payment
• Supporting monthly reporting cycles and maintaining financial records
• Keeping commercial admin tasks up to date and well-organised
• Assisting in the preparation of monthly valuations and cost reports
• Attending and taking notes during monthly commercial meetings
• Supporting the wider commercial and operational teams with documentation and data input
• Ensuring all activity aligns with company processes and contractual obligations

What We're Looking For

• Ideally 2+ years’ experience in a commercial assistant or administrator role, preferably within a PFI and facilities management environment
• Good understanding of commercial processes and contract administration
• Confident reviewing payment applications and raising queries where needed
• Highly organised with excellent attention to detail
• Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and other Microsoft Office tools
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• A proactive, team-focused approach

This role is ideal for someone looking to build on their existing experience in a supportive and structured commercial team, with exposure to a major PFI contract.

Ready to apply or want to know more? Get in touch today!