Commercial Assistant

United Infrastructure Ltd; Dacorum; On-site; GBP 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

23 days holiday per year

£2,000 reward for referrals

Savings on daily shopping

Supportive office environment

Annual training budget

Job summary

United Infrastructure Ltd is seeking a motivated and commercially aware Commercial Assistant to join their team in Hemel Hempstead. This full-time position involves delivering various projects in the social housing sector. The successful candidate will support financial processes, ensure projects meet quality standards, and play a key role in project management.

A background in finance or commercial roles is essential, with at least 2 years’ experience preferred. The position offers a range of benefits, including professional development and a supportive work culture.

Qualifications

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar role.
• Background in accounting or finance is desirable.
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities.

Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Lead to deliver projects on time and budget.
• Assist with commercial management to maximize value and performance.
• Prepare and submit monthly applications.

Skills

Organisational skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Influencing and negotiating

Attention to detail

Education

Qualification in Finance, Accounting, Quantity Surveying, or related field

Job description

United Infrastructure is a dynamic and rapidly expanding business focused on delivering critical infrastructure projects across the utility and social infrastructure sectors. Our highly skilled specialists deliver innovative solutions to the complex challenges our clients face.

Equal Opportunities Statement – At United Infrastructure, we are committed to making every interaction a positive and inclusive experience. If there is anything we can do to support you, remove barriers, or make the process more accessible, please let us know – we want this to be the best possible experience for you.

Location: Hemel Hempstead (with travel to sites as required)

Job Type: Permanent, Full‑time

Salary: Competitive (depending on experience)

About The Role

We are looking for a commercially aware and motivated Commercial Assistant to join our growing team. This is a great opportunity to support the delivery of a variety of projects, comprising a mix of Planned, Voids & refurbishment contracts within the social housing sector, while developing your career in a fast‑paced environment.

In this role, you will support the Commercial lead and wider project team to ensure projects are delivered on time, within budget, and to the required standards. You will play a key part in managing financial processes, supporting reporting, and maintaining strong commercial control across projects.

This role is well‑suited to someone with a background in either commercial or finance who is looking to develop their career within a commercial function.

Key Responsibilities

• Support the Commercial Lead and project teams to deliver projects on time and within budget
• Assist with the commercial management of projects to maximise value and performance
• Support the preparation and submission of monthly applications
• Price new work orders using the pre‑agreed pricing structure (e.g., using NHF pricing Schedule)
• Assist with forecasting and monitoring project costs
• Ensure projects comply with contractual, legal, and quality requirements
• Prepare and contribute to monthly commercial reports, cash flow forecasts, and budgets
• Support supply chain management and subcontractor coordination

What We’re Looking For

• Minimum 2 years’ experience in a similar Commercial Assistant or finance‑related role
• A background in accounting or finance is desirable
• Strong organisational skills with close attention to detail
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to build effective working relationships
• Confident in influencing and negotiating where required
• Ability to work to deadlines and manage competing priorities
• Proactive and methodical approach to work

Qualifications

• Qualification in Finance, Accounting, Quantity Surveying, or a related field (desirable)

Benefits

• 23 days of holiday per year, excluding Bank Holidays (+ 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 Aider support
• Annual training budget to support personal and professional development