Mears Group
Commercial Assistant
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Commercial Assistant
Commercial Assistant
Position Details
- Annual salary: Up to £28,516.62
- Location: Leeds
- Contract Type: Full-Time, Permanent (42.5 hours per week, Monday–Friday)
About the Role
We’re seeking a highly motivated Commercial Assistant to join our team in the Leeds office. In this supportive role, you’ll work closely with the Commercial Manager & Head of Operations and the wider commercial team to help maintain effective commercial control and accurate reporting across our housing property contracts.
You’ll support day-to-day commercial, administrative, and customer-facing duties, ensuring costs are controlled, processes are followed, and operations run smoothly. Ideal for those building or developing a career in commercial environments within a leading housing and care provider.
Role Responsibilities
Core Support & Reporting
- Assist the Commercial Manager & Head of Operations in maintaining commercial control and accurate reporting across housing maintenance contracts
- Support cost control activities, ensuring information is recorded accurately and aligned with company procedures
- Promote best-practice commercial processes to maximise value recovery and customer service standards
Administrative & Operational Duties
- Handle administrative tasks across local operations and internal departments
- Record and professionally respond to client and service user communications in a timely manner
- Support materials requisitions, purchase orders, and invoicing processes
- Input cost and work order data to timely completion and billing
- Communicate updates to service users regarding ongoing works
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Customer Service & Compliance
- Liaise with colleagues to ensure accurate and timely information sharing
- Maintain company assets in line with policy and report damages/potential issues promptly
- Uphold excellence in professionalism, health & safety, and customer care
Additional Support
- Provide commercial and administrative support to quantity surveyors, including pricing and general commercial tasks
Role Criteria
Key Skills & Abilities
- Strong time management, organisational, and prioritisation skills
- Competent in using computerised systems and Microsoft Office
- Proficient in written, numeracy, verbal, and interpersonal communication
- Strong customer service orientation with a professional approach
- Ability to effectively liaise with service users, colleagues, and external stakeholders
- Commitment to health & safety requirements and company procedures
Personal Attributes
- Emphasis on learning and development (willingness to attend meetings/training)
- Alignment with company values: Customers, Innovation, Teamwork, Responsibility
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Benefits
- 25 days annual leave plus bank holidays
- Annual Mears Fun Day – celebration of team achievements
- Volunteering leave to support community initiatives
- Mears Rewards – discounts on groceries, holidays, eye tests, and more
- Family-friendly policies and support
- Accessible and inclusive application process with support available at all stages
Note: All UK work eligibility required. Background, Identity & Security checks apply.
Apply Today?
For further discussion, contact: Francesca Swan – francesca.swan@mearsgroup.co.uk
Our Commitment to Diversity & Inclusion
At Mears Group, we foster a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can thrive. We’re an accredited Disability Confident employer and proudly support:
- The Armed Forces Covenant
- Defence Employer Recognition Scheme (ERS) Gold Award
- Social Mobility Index to enhance opportunities for all backgrounds
Applying & Your Journey: We encourage voluntary sharing of social mobility information to better understand and improve accessibility. This is optional.
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