Commercial Contracts Assistant

A vacancy has arisen within the Commercial Contracts team for a Commercial Contracts Assistant, based at their Head Office in Barnsley (with hybrid option at line manager's discretion). You will join them on a full-time, permanent basis, and in return, you will receive a competitive salary.

About our client:

Our client is the leading supplier of fitted kitchens and bedrooms for new build homes with a market share of over 50%. They supply leading housebuilders such as Barratt and Taylor Wimpey, as well as developers of inner city high rise projects and social housing providers where a diverse product range and outstanding service sets them apart. Their investment in the largest field based team in the industry, along with outstanding manufacturing capabilities, delivery process and after-sales service means they have built strong long-term relationships with their customers. They are an Equal Opportunities company and abide by the Equalities Act 2010.

The key responsibilities of their Commercial Contracts Assistant will include:

• Completing full contract reviews to propose and negotiate amendments.
• Identifying commercial risk and adhering to authorisation/escalation protocol.
• Hosting/attending/supporting customer-facing and internal meetings.
• Reviewing and signing customer meeting minutes.
• Liaising and working closely with internal departments (such as sales and finance).
• Interacting directly with customers and internal teams (via telephone and email).
• Preparing cover letters and processing documents for signature.
• Maintaining accurate records (electronic systems, spreadsheets, and hardcopy filing).
• Manage and generate reports from the contract database.
• Manage the team email inbox to acknowledge, action or direct queries accordingly.
• Provide input to the weekly team call on progress and tasks.
• Drafting and processing contractual notices.
• Delivery of in-house staff training.
• Other ad hoc duties.

In order to succeed in this Commercial Contracts Assistant role, you must have:

• Excellent attention to detail.
• The ability to read and digest a high volume of documentation efficiently and accurately.
• Strong organisational skills to manage your own workload and meet strict deadlines.
• Prior experience with contracts in the construction industry (JCT is highly beneficial).

You will be:

• A reliable team player who displays a positive and flexible attitude.
• A confident communicator able to interact at all levels and adapt to different customers.
• Able to work under pressure in a fast-paced environment.
• Computer literate (such as Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook).

Both internal and external training will be provided.

This position will be rewarded with a competitive salary. In order for your application to be taken further please state your required salary.

If this sounds like the perfect opportunity for you and you’d like to become their Commercial Contracts Assistant then please click ‘apply’ today – don’t miss out, they’d love to hear from you!