Commercial Manager (12 month FTC)

Chartered Institute of Procurement and Supply (CIPS); Cambridge; On-site; GBP 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A dynamic digital marketing company is seeking a Commercial Manager for a 12-month fixed-term contract. The role requires strong commercial acumen and relationship management skills to lead partnerships and negotiate deals. You will collaborate with various teams to drive revenue and improvements in offers. This position is remote with occasional travel to the Cambridge office, offering a competitive salary and various employee benefits.

Benefits

Remote Working Allowance

Flexible Working

25 Days Annual Leave

Employee Referral Scheme

Quarterly Social Events

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial, partnerships, or account management roles.
• Proven track record of negotiating deals and hitting revenue targets.
• Strong experience managing client relationships at a senior level.

Responsibilities

• Lead on delivering our commercial strategy and managing relationships.
• Negotiate and secure market-leading deals.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Product teams to improve offers.

Skills

Commercial acumen

Relationship management

Analytical skills

Negotiation skills

Communication skills

Tools

Google Analytics

Looker

CRM systems

Job description

Job Details

Job Title: Commercial Manager (12 month FTC)

Company: Genie Ventures Ltd

Department: Broadband Genie

Location: Flexible - Remote with use of Cambridge office and occasional travel

Working Hours: Full Time 37.5 hours per week with flexible working arrangements

Salary: £47,024 pa

About Us

Broadband Genie is the UK's broadband comparison expert, on a mission to support consumers at every step of their journey. Building on an impressive legacy, we have strategic relationships with all of the UK's major broadband providers, including Sky, BT, Virgin Media and more.

Broadband Genie is part of Genie Ventures, a group of fast-growth digital marketing companies based in Cambridge. As such we benefit from the culture, executive leadership and shared services of this larger group of over 60 employees. Genie operates a hybrid model, with a mix of remote and in-person working. Our face-to-face time is primarily at Genie's office hub in Cambridge, although this role may also need to occasionally visit clients, partners and other contacts across the UK.

We are proud to be a certified Great Place to Work!

Job Overview

We're thrilled to announce an exciting new opportunity within the Commercial Team at Broadband Genie.

As our Commercial Manager, you'll be the primary point of contact for our 30+ provider partners, taking centre stage in shaping and executing our commercial strategy. This is a role where you'll lead the delivery of outstanding service, build strong and lasting relationships, and negotiate market-leading deals whilst driving revenue to fuel our ambitious growth plans.

Why Join Us?

At Broadband Genie, we take pride in our operational excellence and strong partnerships. In this role, you'll play a fundamental part in delivering both, helping us and our partners grow stronger together. You'll be empowered to make a tangible impact, working at the heart of a fast-growing, innovative business.

This role is fixed term for 12 months while one of our team is on maternity leave.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead on delivering our commercial strategy, shaping product mix, pricing, and propositions.
• Act as the key point of contact for broadband providers, managing day-to-day relationships.
• Negotiate and secure market leading deals, presenting commercial proposals and performance insights.
• Commercial creativity. Spotting commercial growth opportunities and bringing them back to the team to explore and implement.
• Collaborate with Marketing and Product teams to improve offers, customer journeys, and revenue performance.
• Own client performance reporting, including analysis of CPAs, conversion rates, and market trends.
• Support financial processes, including P&L input, reconciliation, and revenue tracking.
• Manage and mentor junior team members while representing the Broadband Genie brand externally.

Skills & Experience

We're seeking someone who brings a strong mix of commercial acumen, relationship management, and analytical skills.

Essential Experience

• Able to demonstrate strong experience in commercial, partnerships, or account management roles.
• Integrated into the affiliate industry with a demonstrable passion for it.
• Proven track record of negotiating deals and hitting revenue targets.
• Strong experience managing client relationships at a senior level.
• Hands-on experience with commercial reporting and data-driven decision making.
• Experience working cross-functionally with marketing, product, and finance teams.

Skills & Attributes

• Excellent negotiation, communication, and presentation skills.
• Analytical mindset, confident with KPIs, CPAs, and financial metrics.
• Highly organised, able to manage multiple partnerships and projects.
• Collaborative team player with experience mentoring junior members of the team.
• Comfortable representing the brand externally and influencing stakeholders.

Desirable

• Background in broadband, telecoms, utilities, digital marketplaces, or price comparison.
• Experience in digital performance marketing or e-commerce.
• Familiarity with tools such as Google Analytics, Looker/Tableau, or CRM systems.

Who We're Looking For

At Genie, we're driven by ambition, collaboration, and continuous growth. We set and engage with meaningful goals, take pride in producing high-quality work, and take responsibility for our own learning. Every Genie is expected to bring fresh ideas to the table, stay sharp and attentive, and show respect for their teammates.

Our culture is built on pace and agility - we embrace uncertainty, make quick, informed decisions, and learn from our mistakes. We value clarity, setting clear goals and fostering open, transparent communication. We're solutions people who focus on possibilities, using practical creativity to overcome challenges.

As a challenger brand, we're bold, innovative, and unafraid to take risks. We evolve quickly, think differently, and stay true to our vision while delivering impact.

If you're motivated by growth, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and want to shape the future with a team that values quality, respect, and innovation - Genie is the place for you.

What We Offer

• Remote Working Allowance - We pay all Genies £126 per month WFH allowance
• Flexible Working - We provide flexibility in working options and work in a distributed team model
• 25 Days Annual Leave + Bank Holidays
• Enhanced Absence and Family Leave Policies
• Workplace Pension - Your 4% employee contribution is matched by Genie via salary exchange
• Employee Referral Scheme - A bonus payment if we hire someone you recommend
• Electric Car Scheme - Allows you to lease an electric car through salary exchange, giving savings on Tax and NI
• Cycle to Work Scheme - The Cycle2Work Scheme allows you to buy a new bike for commuting to work, spreading the cost over 12 months via salary exchange
• Genie Academy - Our in-house training helps develop talented people into world-class digital marketers. Courses cover all aspects of the business
• Quarterly Social Events - We all get an afternoon off each quarter to attend a staff social. Events range from bowling and punting to cocktail making and quizzes
• Access to Spill - Professional therapist sessions
• Wellness Activities - Workshops and support sessions cover everything from crafting, exercise, posture and staying fit in the workplace through to managing both stress and financial wellbeing
• Wellbeing Perks - Paid eye tests, contribution towards glasses for DSE use and a yearly flu jab reimbursement
• Genieversaries - Work anniversary awards give gratitude to Genies for their dedication and commitment to the business

We look forward to receiving your application!

Closing Date: 31 October 2025

Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

Genie is committed to creating a diverse, equitable and inclusive experience for our Genies and clients, in turn fostering a safe and happy workplace where everyone can be their authentic selves and thrive. We strive to build a team that reflects the diversity of the community we work in and encourage applications from traditionally underrepresented groups. If we can make this easier through accommodation in the recruitment process, please let us know via [e-mail]

Department Broadband Genie Locations Cambridge, Distributed Yearly salary £47,024 Employment type Full Time, Fixed Term Remote Status Distributed Working (Remote with usable office and occasional travel)