Administrator
12 hours ago
Leatherhead
About the Role An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Commercial Assistant to join a busy and fast-paced Commercial team. This role is ideal for someone with strong administrative skills who thrives in a detail-oriented environment and enjoys supporting financial and operational processes. You will provide efficient, professional, and customer-focused administrative support, with a particular emphasis on subcontractor and supplier payments, documentation, and coordination across the department. Key Responsibilities Commercial & Financial Administration • Set up and manage supplier and subcontractor accounts, ensuring all documentation is complete and up to date, • Issue and maintain framework agreements and ensure compliance with company policies, • Raise purchase orders and process invoices and payment applications, • Support payment runs, including subcontractor payments and issuing payment certificates, • Assist with managing service bills, supplier queries, and finance-related matters (e.g. VAT queries, refunds), • Handle sales extras, including costing, ordering, and liaising with subcontractors, • Support retention releases and bought ledger activities where required Coordination & Support • Work closely with Surveyors and internal teams to ensure timely payments and smooth site operations, • Maintain accurate records, databases, and documentation with a high level of attention to detail, • Provide administrative support for meetings, reports, and board papers, • Assist with onboarding new team members and maintaining departmental systems Communication & Organisation • Act as a key point of contact for internal and external queries via phone and email, • Build and maintain strong working relationships with suppliers, subcontractors, and colleagues, • Manage departmental calendars, meeting schedules, and office coordination tasks, • Handle incoming correspondence, deliveries, and general office administration Skills & Experience • Previous experience in an administrative or organisational role (ideally within Commercial, Finance, or Construction), • Strong IT skills, including Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook (experience with COINS or similar systems is advantageous), • Ability to work in a fast-paced, deadline-driven environment, • Excellent organisational skills with the ability to multitask and prioritise workload, • High attention to detail and accuracy in documentation, • Strong communication and teamwork skills, • Proactive, reliable, and motivated approach to work, • Full UK driving licence preferred About You You are a highly organised and detail-focused individual who enjoys supporting a team and ensuring processes run smoothly. You are comfortable handling multiple tasks, communicating with a range of stakeholders, and working under pressure to meet deadlines. What’s on Offer • Competitive salary of £35,000, • Opportunity to work within a supportive and collaborative team, • Exposure to a dynamic commercial environment with opportunities to develop your skills