Assistant Commercial Manager

Assistant Commercial Manager Defence Sector (Eynsham, Oxford)40,000 - 50,000 | Permanent | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 40 Hours+ 4.3K Car allowance (paid monthly alongside salary)+ 26 days holiday plus bank holidays+ Generous pension contribution+ Life assurance+ Ongoing training and developmentAre you ready to take the next step in your commercial career within a high-profile Ministry of Defence facilities management contract? Were looking for a commercially sharp and proactive Assistant Commercial Manager to join our team in Eynsham, Oxford! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working collaboratively, and have a passion for precision and performance, this could be your perfect fit.What Youll Be DoingAs Assistant Commercial Manager, youll play a pivotal role in ensuring financial and commercial control across the contract. Your focus will span supply chain management, cost assurance, and performance reporting. Youll be thepoint of contactbetween operational teams, subcontractors, and stakeholdersdriving accuracy, compliance, and commercial success.Key Responsibilities:Subcontractor Management:Draft and manage subcontracts aligned with MoD requirementsLead performance reviews and ensure timely, accurate paymentsApprove applications and maintain compliance across the supply chainCommercial & Financial Control:Oversee Work in Progress and deliver timely financial reportsMonitor contract P&L, identify risks, and drive improvementsManage contract variations and ensure accurate client billingSystems & Reporting:Use Maximo and COINS to track jobs, assets, and financialsMaintain audit-ready records and present commercial reports to stakeholdersWhat Youll BringExperience in Quantity Surveying or Assistant Commercial Management, ideally in FM or DefenceStrong grasp of subcontractor management and commercial processesAdvanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilitiesDetail-oriented with strong analytical thinkingCollaborative mindset and confidence working across teamsApply now the following steps will involve me giving you a quick phone call within 24 hours of applying to gain further details to build a full, compelling application on your behalf to secure you an interview.Keep an eye out for my call, SMS & emails.Dom at Utilise Recruitment .co .ukJBRP1_UKTJ

Created: 2025-10-30