The Company Since the 1970s, the Briggs Group has grown to become one of the world leaders in the marine and environmental services industry, currently employing around 800 dedicated members of staff. Providing clients with services ranging from terminal operations to subsea cable repair, we are committed to employing dedicated and skilled staff who are looking for a career that offers stability, genuine career progression, and recognition. Our core values support the Company’s mission and decision-making and provide a benchmark for everything that we believe in. They are the Company’s fundamental beliefs and are integrated into every employee process, shaping the Company’s culture for future success. The Role The Commercial Assistant will work closely with the Commercial Management team to support the implementation of commercial strategies and plans that meet the organisation’s objectives. Key Responsibilities Main Duties • Identify and assess potential commercial opportunities and risks. • Develop and maintain strong relationships with key clients and vendors to strengthen business partnerships. • Monitor contract performance, ensuring compliance with agreed terms and initiating appropriate actions to address any issues. • Collaborate with divisional teams to procure project requirements. • Assist in running competitive tender processes across the supply chain, including supporting the preparation and review of documentation and financial information. • Respond to ad hoc commercial enquiries. The Candidate We are seeking an individual with either commercial experience or a relevant qualification who is interested in starting or developing their career in a commercial environment. Experience Preferred • Sound understanding of a commercial environment. • Experience in project costing and building commercial relationships. • Composed, organised, professional, and resilient under pressure. • Ability to produce and present clear reports and papers. • Experience using contract forms such as LOGIC, NEC3 and NEC4, and BIMCO. What’s in it for you? We offer an excellent package, including a pension, life assurance, the Cycle to Work scheme, and more, along with opportunities for on-the-job training and career progression within a stable environment. Flexible working options are also available. As an equal opportunity employer, we encourage diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants from all protected characteristics and are committed to providing any reasonable adjustments you need during the application, assessment, and onboarding process. The next steps You must be able to provide relevant documentation confirming that you have the right to work in the UK. Please be advised that all employees may be required to undergo security vetting at any point during their employment with Briggs Marine. Data will be processed through Serco, who are our FSC vetting partner. Their privacy statement can be found at Privacy Policy – Serco