Commercial Assistant

Commercial Assistant 📍 Bristol (Hybrid Working) 💼 Permanent 💰 £35,000 + 5% Bonus + Excellent Benefits We're supporting a major UK infrastructure programme in the recruitment of a Commercial Assistant to join their growing Commercial Team in Bristol. This is an excellent opportunity for an ambitious individual with experience in commercial administration, contract support, procurement, or project administration who is looking to develop their career within a highly regulated and fast-paced environment. The Opportunity Reporting to the Commercial Manager, you'll play a key role in supporting the commercial management of contracts, ensuring accurate administration, reporting, and compliance with contractual and governance requirements. Key Responsibilities

• Support the assessment and valuation of contractor applications.
• Process payment certificates in line with contractual requirements.
• Administer Task Orders, Compensation Events, and Early Warnings.
• Monitor commercial performance and escalate risks or issues as required.
• Assist with contract administration and goods receipting activities.
• Maintain commercial management systems, including SAP and CEMAR.
• Produce and maintain commercial reports and records.
• Ensure activities are delivered in accordance with internal procedures, governance, and delegated authority requirements.
• Work collaboratively with project, procurement, finance, and commercial stakeholders. About You
• Experience within a commercial, procurement, contracts, or project support environment.
• Previous contract administration and/or goods receipting experience.
• Strong organizational and prioritisation skills.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities.
• High attention to detail with a proactive approach to work.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, collaborative environment.
• Knowledge of contracts, valuations, cost reporting, or financial processes would be advantageous. What's in It for You? ✅ £35,000 basic salary ✅ 5% annual bonus ✅ Pension contribution up to 15% employer contribution ✅ 28 days annual leave plus bank holidays ✅ Hybrid working (typically 2-3 days in the Bristol office) ✅ Excellent long-term career progression opportunities ✅ Work on one of the UK's most significant infrastructure programmes Apply If you're interested in hearing more about this opportunity, please apply via LinkedIn or send your CV directly to: 📧 aaqilah.harris@kentonblack.com