Assistant Commercial Manager

Vision Personnel are seeking an Assistant Commercial Manager to join a growing Fit-Out company based in Essex. The ideal candidate will be ambitious, energetic, and come from a background of either quantity surveying or estimation and with a minimum of 5 years’ experience within the construction industry. If you have worked within the fit-out sector, are confident in client facing, and looking for a clear route to progression - this could be the role for you! Key Responsibilities Commercial Support & Administration * Assist in preparing commercial proposals, quotations, and tender submissions. * Support the preparation and review of customer contracts. * Maintain accurate records of commercial documents, pricing models, and contract changes. Financial & Data Analysis * Monitor contract performance, profitability, and KPIs. * Support financial modelling, forecasting, and pricing calculations. * Analyse sales and revenue data to identify trends, risks, and opportunities. Customer & Stakeholder Engagement * Work closely with key customers to support ongoing commercial discussions. * Liaise with internal teams (Sales, Finance, Operations, Legal) to ensure alignment on commercial terms and obligations. * Assist in resolving commercial queries from customers or internal stakeholders. Risk & Compliance * Assist in identifying commercial risks and ensuring compliance with company policies. * Support contract governance processes and ensure documentation is kept up to date. * Monitor contractual obligations and escalate potential issues early. Skills & Experience Required * Experience in a commercial, sales operations, project administration, or finance support role. * Understanding of basic contract law or commercial principles. * Experience with CRM or ERP systems. Qualifications * Degree or equivalent experience in BSc / BA in Quantity Surveying , Construction Management, Commercial Management, Construction Economics (preferred but not essential). Career Development This role provides a clear pathway to a Commercial Manager position. The role offers exposure to contract negotiation, pricing strategy, customer management, and commercial governance, with the opportunity to take on increasing responsibility as skills develop. We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified candidates regardless of age, disability, gender reassignment, marriage or civil partnership, pregnancy or maternity, race, religion or belief, sex, or sexual orientation