Commercial Assistant

Peabody; Epping Forest; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 35,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

25 days annual leave

Two volunteering days

Flexible benefits scheme

Up to 10% pension contribution

Job summary

Peabody is recruiting a Commercial Assistant to help keep our repairs service accurate, efficient and on budget. You’ll be part of a small, essential team coding contractor repair works, validating invoices and reviewing SOR codes to ensure value for residents.

In this 14‑month fixed‑term role, you’ll maintain records, support commercial reporting and keep stakeholders informed while collaborating with contractors, planners and colleagues to deliver high‑quality, cost‑efficient repairs for our

Qualifications

• Experience applying SOR codes within repairs or maintenance
• Familiarity with CVR processes
• Strong data accuracy and confident administrative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word and Excel
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and confidence working across teams
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy

Responsibilities

• Review contractor repair orders and apply the correct SOR (Schedule of Rates) codes
• Validate contractor invoices against agreed rates
• Review repair photos and reports to ensure works meet Peabody’s quality standards
• Assist in preparing weekly cost and productivity reports
• Support the Commercial Analyst in tracking financial performance and budget adherence
• Maintain cost databases, records and commercial tracking tools
• Support productivity reviews and assist with audits
• Work closely with contractors, planners, supervisors and commercial colleagues
• Provide administrative support to the Commercial Manager and wider team
• Help ensure commercial controls are followed and data is consistently accurate

Skills

SOR codes

CVR processes

Data accuracy

MS Office

Organisation

Communication

Independence

Attention to detail

Job description

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Vacancy Reference peabodygroup/TP/1231/1428

Number of Positions:

1

Contract Type:

Fixed Term Contract Full Time

Monday to Friday 8:00 - 17:00

Working Hours:

42.5

Location:

Waltham Forest

Closing Date:

09/10/2026

Vacancy Category:

Trades & Repairs

Service Area:

Peabody Group Maintenance

Directorate:

Peabody Group Maintenance

Our Vacancy

Commercial Assistant – Help Keep Our Repairs Service Accurate, Efficient and On Budget

This role is on a 14 month fixed-term contract.

Enjoy working with data? Have an eye for accuracy and detail? As a Commercial Assistant at Peabody, you’ll be part of a small but vital team making sure all contractor repair works are correctly coded, costed and quality checked. From validating invoices to reviewing photos and SOR codes, you’ll play a key role in helping us deliver a high‑quality, cost‑efficient repairs service.

This is a role where your precision and organisation really matter. You’ll help maintain accurate records, support commercial reporting, and keep stakeholders informed—all while contributing to our commitment to delivering excellent repairs for our residents.

What you’ll do

• Review contractor repair orders and apply the correct SOR (Schedule of Rates) codes
• Validate contractor invoices, checking that costs align with agreed rates
• Review repair photos and reports to ensure works meet Peabody’s quality standards
• Assist in preparing weekly cost and productivity reports
• Support the Commercial Analyst in tracking financial performance and budget adherence
• Maintain cost databases, records and commercial tracking tools
• Support productivity reviews and assist with internal and external audit requirements
• Work closely with contractors, planners, supervisors and commercial colleagues
• Provide accurate administrative support to the Commercial Manager and wider team
• Help ensure commercial controls are followed and data is consistently accurate

What you’ll need

• Experience applying SOR codes within repairs or maintenance
• Familiarity with Cost Value Reconciliation (CVR) processes
• Strong data accuracy and confident administrative skills
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office, especially Outlook, Word and Excel
• Excellent organisational skills with the ability to meet tight deadlines
• Strong communication skills and confidence working across teams
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• A keen eye for detail and a commitment to accuracy

Why Join Us?

When you join Peabody, you’re joining a team guided by our values:
Be Kind, Do the Right Thing, Love New Ideas, Celebrate Diversity, Keep Our Promises, and Pull Together.
We believe in creating a workplace where everyone feels supported, included and empowered.

What We Offer

• 25 days annual leave, plus bank holidays
• Two paid volunteering days each year
• Flexible benefits scheme and discount portal
• Up to 10% pension contribution

Please read before applying

Interviews will be on MS Teams on Thursday 15th October.

You’ll need to be comfortable working with financial data, liaising with contractors and colleagues, and maintaining accuracy across multiple commercial processes. Strong attention to detail is essential.