Aspiring Assistant QS Commercial Administrator (Temp-to-Perm) – Social Housing
£28,000 equivalent salary | Excellent Career Progression | Walton on Thames
Are you a highly organised and detail-oriented administrator with proven commercial administration experience and a long-term goal of becoming an Assistant Quantity Surveyor This is an exceptional temp-to-perm opportunity to kickstart your career within a leading social housing provider!
We're seeking a proactive Commercial Administrator to join our dynamic team, based in Walton on Thames. This role is perfect for someone with strong administrative skills and excellent Excel proficiency who's eager to learn the commercial aspects of property maintenance, with a view to progressing into a Trainee Assistant QS position.
What You'll Be Doing:
As a Commercial Administrator, you'll play a vital role in our financial operations, gaining exposure to key commercial processes. Your responsibilities will include:
Billing & Invoicing: Accurate and timely data input for all billing activities, ensuring correct figures and adherence to contractual terms.
Cost Code Management: Working with various financial codes, including HF codes, to accurately allocate costs and track project expenditure.
Data Analysis & Reporting: Utilising your strong Excel skills to assist with compiling reports, analysing data, and supporting financial reconciliations.
Commercial Team Support: Providing comprehensive administrative support to the commercial department, assisting with queries, documentation, and general office duties.
Problem Resolution: Identifying and highlighting any billing discrepancies or problematic jobs, collaborating with the team to resolve issues efficiently.
Process Improvement: Contributing to the continuous improvement of commercial processes and procedures.
What We're Looking For:
Commercial Administration Experience: Proven experience in a commercial administration role is essential.
Career Ambition: A genuine interest in developing a career towards an Assistant Quantity Surveyor or commercial management role.
Excel Proficiency: Strong, demonstrable skills in Microsoft Excel (e.g., VLOOKUPs, pivot tables, formulas).
Data Accuracy: Exceptional attention to detail and a methodical approach to data entry and financial information.
Analytical Mindset: An aptitude for working with numbers and understanding financial data.
Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication to liaise effectively with internal teams and external stakeholders.
Proactive & Eager to Learn: A self-starter who is keen to absorb new information and take on additional responsibilities.
What We Offer:
Competitive Pay: An equivalent permanent salary of circa £28,000 per annum.
Temp-to-Perm Pathway: A clear and supported route from a temporary contract to a permanent position, investing in your long-term career.
Career Development: Direct exposure to commercial functions and the potential to progress into a Trainee Assistant QS role.
Working Hours: Stable working hours from 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM.
Location: Opportunity to work for a social housing provider based in Walton on Thames.
Impactful Work: Contribute to the efficient management of services that benefit social housing residents.
Ready to build your career in commercial management and quantity surveying Apply now with your CV and a brief cover letter outlining your interest in a future QS career