Assistant Commercial Manager – Defence Sector (Eynsham, Oxford)
£40,000 - £50,000 | Permanent | Full-Time | Monday to Friday | 40 Hours
+ £4.3K Car allowance (paid monthly alongside salary)
+ 26 days holiday plus bank holidays
+ Generous pension contribution
+ Life assurance
+ Ongoing training and development
Are you ready to take the next step in your commercial career within a high-profile Ministry of Defence facilities management contract? We’re looking for a commercially sharp and proactive Assistant Commercial Manager to join our team in Eynsham, Oxford! If you thrive in a fast-paced environment, enjoy working collaboratively, and have a passion for precision and performance, this could be your perfect fit.
What You’ll Be Doing
As Assistant Commercial Manager, you’ll play a pivotal role in ensuring financial and commercial control across the contract. Your focus will span supply chain management, cost assurance, and performance reporting. You’ll be the point of contact between operational teams, subcontractors, and stakeholders—driving accuracy, compliance, and commercial success.
Key Responsibilities:
Subcontractor Management:
Draft and manage subcontracts aligned with MoD requirements
Lead performance reviews and ensure timely, accurate payments
Approve applications and maintain compliance across the supply chain
Commercial & Financial Control:
Oversee Work in Progress and deliver timely financial reports
Monitor contract P&L, identify risks, and drive improvements
Manage contract variations and ensure accurate client billing
Systems & Reporting:
Use Maximo and COINS to track jobs, assets, and financials
Maintain audit-ready records and present commercial reports to stakeholders
What You’ll Bring
Experience in Quantity Surveying or Assistant Commercial Management ideally in Facilities Management, Construction Maintenance, or Defence sectors
Strong grasp of subcontractor management and commercial processes
Advanced Excel skills (pivot tables, formulas, data analysis)
Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement abilities
Detail-oriented with strong analytical thinking
Collaborative mindset and confidence working across teams
Apply now – the following steps will involve me giving you a quick phone call within 24 hours of applying to gain further details to build a full, compelling application on your behalf to secure you an interview.
Keep an eye out for my call, SMS or email.
Dom @ Utilise Recruitment .co .uk